Looking for community as a Black woman making a name for herself?
For six years, Grind Pretty Fest has offered an immersive, go-to experience for women on a leadership journey devoted to creating real impact. Far more than a festival, Grind Pretty is a weekend-long celebration of women who are turning vision into legacy. Founded by Mimi Johnson, the intention is rooted in celebrating, uplifting, and most importantly, up-leveling.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, founder, corporate professional, creative, or innovator across beauty, wellness, and lifestyle, or simply a woman ready to expand your network and visibility, this is an event worth adding to your calendar. Ahead, everything to know about the upcoming festivals in Houston, Atlanta, and Chicago.
Grind Pretty Fest Houston (APRIL 25-26)
Ready to turn your vision into a legacy? The event promises a powerhouse lineup of panels and fireside chats designed to help you elevate in every area of business and life, from pitching and gaining access to capital to real estate investing, wealth-building, financial literacy, and smart money strategy. You can also expect conversations around growing community and digital engagement, beauty entrepreneurship, and the future of business across AI and tech.
Beyond the learning, the experience is designed to feel just as dynamic as it is informative. Attendees can expect live music and high-energy moments throughout the weekend, including an all-star female DJ crew led by the iconic DJ Traci Steele. The $7,500 Grind Pretty Elevator Pitch Competition brings a standout moment where founders compete for funding and visibility, while immersive brand activations and curated shopping highlight some of the most exciting female-founded brands.
Luxury is woven throughout the experience, from thoughtfully curated swag bags to open bar moments, beautiful food, and elevated vibes all weekend long. The celebration culminates with the Grind Pretty Awards Brunch, a signature gathering that honors powerhouse women making major moves across business, leadership, and culture.
Grind Pretty Fest Houston is a can’t miss event. Buy your ticket here.
Grind Pretty Fest Atlanta Remix (JUNE 6)
Are you a woman near the Peach State seeking opportunity and visibility? The Atlanta Remix Edition transforms the festival into a dynamic one-day experience rooted in ambition, creativity, and connection, all in true Grind Pretty style.
This reimagined format brings together powerful conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, and creatives, including Blavity’s own Morgan DeBaun, who will be honored at the event. Expect intentional networking designed to spark meaningful connections. There will a curated marketplace spotlighting women-owned brands and interactive activations that create immersive, memorable moments. With music, culture, and high-vibe community energy woven throughout, the experience also offers plenty of content-worthy photo opportunities and media moments.
Grind Pretty Fest Atlanta Remix is this summer’s hottest event. Buy your ticket here.
Grind Pretty Chicago Remix (SEPTEMBER 12)
Grind Pretty Fest Chicago will bring together entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, creatives, and innovators. The curated experience will center on growth, collaboration, and empowerment. As a new host city, Chicago marks an exciting next chapter for the Grind Pretty community.
The fall debut will feature thought-provoking conversations with founders and industry leaders, alongside intentional networking designed to spark real connections. Guests can explore a curated marketplace highlighting women-owned brands. They can also engage with immersive activations and experiential moments. Plus, there will be a blend of music, culture, and elevated community energy. The experience also offers plenty of content-worthy opportunities designed to foster both connection and visibility.
Grind Pretty Fest Chicago Remix marks the start of a very special expansion. Buy your ticket here.
There are VIP and General Admission options available for all events. All ticket sales are final.
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