Dear Summer Festival is a multi-city Black culture festival and touring property that officially kicked off its 2026 tour on June 20 at Citi Field in Queens, New York. Founded by Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) alumni, the event has evolved from an intimate Harlem backyard barbecue into a massive nationwide "summer homecoming". It celebrates the intersection of culture, cuisine, and entertainment by featuring live sets from premier radio DJs,