80th Incorporation Anniversary Celebration | Lincoln Heights
September 5 – September 12
Various Venues in the Village of Lincoln Heights
Free Admission
Attend the 80th Incorporation Anniversary Celebration with the Village of Lincoln Heights September 5 through 7 and 12.
The Village of Lincoln Heights will commemorate its 80th Incorporation Anniversary with four days of celebration, reflection, entertainment and community fellowship on September 5–7 and September 12, 2026.
Under the theme “Rooted. Resilient. Rising.” and the message “Honoring Our Past. Building Our Future.”, the celebration will recognize the generations of residents who helped build Lincoln Heights while highlighting the Village’s continued investment in its people, neighborhoods and future.
Admission to the 80th Incorporation Anniversary Celebration
Admission to the 80th Incorporation Anniversary Celebration is free and open to the public.
80th Incorporation Anniversary Celebration Schedule
Saturday, September 5
Community Celebration & Street Festival
- 10 a.m. — Community Parade
- Noon — Band Showcase & Drumline Battle
- 1 p.m. — Official Welcome & Opening Ceremony
- 9:15 p.m. — Fireworks & Sky Show
- 10 p.m. — Festival Finale
Lincoln Heights Days Street Festival featuring food vendors, local businesses, family activities, live entertainment, and community organizations
Sunday, September 6
Community & Family Day
- 10 a.m. – Interdenominational Worship Celebration
- Noon – Vendors Open
- 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Live Entertainment & Street Festival
Enjoy an afternoon and evening of music, performances, family activities, food vendors, local artisans, and community fellowship.
Monday, September 7
Homecoming & Heritage Celebration
Noon – 4 p.m.
Reconnect with friends, family, alumni, and former residents during the Homecoming Gathering featuring:
- Historical exhibits
- Community storytelling
- Historical photo gallery
- Alumni fellowship
- Community potluck (tentative)
- Reflections on 80 years of Lincoln Heights
Saturday, September 12th
Mayor’s Prayer Brunch
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Lincoln Heights Elementary School
Vendor Opportunities
Showcase your business, nonprofit, food truck, or artisan products during one of the Village’s largest community events.
Vendor categories include:
- Food Vendors
- Retail Vendors
- Handmade Goods
- Community Organizations
- Government Agencies
- Nonprofits
- Health & Wellness Resources
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are needed throughout the weekend to assist with:
- Event setup and teardown
- Parade operations
- Information booths
- Vendor assistance
- Children’s activities
- Hospitality
- Parking and guest services
- Event logistics
Whether you can volunteer for a few hours or the entire weekend, your support will help make this celebration a success.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Support one of Ohio’s most historically significant communities while gaining visibility among residents, alumni, regional leaders, and visitors.
Sponsorship opportunities include:
- Ruby Sponsor — $15,000
- Diamond Sponsor — $10,000
- Emerald Sponsor — $5,000
- Sapphire Sponsor — $2,500
Sponsor benefits include recognition on event marketing materials, signage, the Village website, social media, public acknowledgements, promotional opportunities, and invitations to select anniversary events. Customized sponsorship packages are also available.
Interested organizations may contact the Village Manager’s Office for advance sponsorship information.
About the Village of Lincoln Heights
The Village of Lincoln Heights is the first self-governing African American municipality north of the Mason-Dixon Line. Today, Lincoln Heights honors its history while advancing infrastructure, neighborhood revitalization, economic opportunity, public safety, and quality of life for current and future generations.
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