The Juneteenth Event Of The Season Returns - The 5th Annual “Imagination Unchained” Concert At The Lauderhill Performing Arts Center

Marking its 5th Anniversary, this one-night-only cultural experience honors 250 years of Black imagination, resilience, creativity, and achievement through an unforgettable evening of live music, poetry, visual art, and storytelling. The event will also recognize recipients of the Patra Baker Technology Scholarship, celebrating the next generation of innovators and leaders.

"Imagination Unchained has become a signature Juneteenth tradition—bringing together artists, community leaders and audiences for a powerful celebration of freedom, culture, and collective excellence," says NWP Founder Belvit Jordan.

This year's featured artists include:

Marlo Vashti — the captivating jazz vocalist, poet, and actress known for intimate, soul-baring performances that draw audiences into every word.

Cande Rivers — the acclaimed diva songstress whose dynamic tributes to Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan, Dionne Warwick, Etta James, Roberta Flack, and other legendary performers leave audiences singing along and on their feet.

Alexander Star — Emmy-nominated hip hop and R&B artist, social activist, and creator of Greater Fort Lauderdale's anthem, "Laudy Dayo," whose music inspires social change through powerful storytelling.

Tre Henderson — dynamic host and vocalist trusted by NBA stars, Fortune 500 executives, and audiences around the world to create memorable experiences from opening curtain to final applause.

Guests will also experience the vibrant work of Dionne H.E. Polite, the Guyanese-born South Florida artist whose bold paintings transform Caribbean culture and everyday life into powerful visual narratives filled with color, spirit, and meaning.

Hosted by the City of Lauderhill and produced by Next Weekend Productions, Inc., the celebration is presented in partnership with BankUnited iCARE and will feature special participation from on-air personalities from iHeartRadio.

With a unique blend of artistry, culture, and community, the 5th Annual "Imagination Unchained" Concert stands as the must-attend Juneteenth event of the season.

Event Information:

VIP Experience: $75

General Admission: $40

Date: Saturday, June 20th, 2026 | 7:00 p.m.

Location: Lauderhill Performing Arts Center

Tickets are available now. Seating is limited.

Experience freedom. Experience culture. Experience everything.

This one-night-only, one-of-its-kind Juneteenth celebration is not to be missed.

Secure Your Seats at: https://www.showpass.com/imagination-unchained-2026/

About Next Weekend Productions, Inc.

Next Weekend Productions, Inc. is rooted in South Florida’s vibrant creative landscape, serving clients who demand excellence, innovation, and seamless execution. For more than 20 years, the company has partnered with government agencies, local municipalities, Fortune 500 corporations, Non-Profit Organizations, flagship performing arts venues, and public/private event activation facilities.

At Next Weekend Productions, our mission is to create unforgettable moments that move people. We produce experiences that elevate the spirit and support mental well-being. As a minority and woman-owned business, we bring cultural awareness, artistic flair, and precision planning to every activation.

We believe artistic, spiritual, and cultural events are living, breathing experiences that tell stories, connect communities, and uplift the human spirit. Whether engineering the flow of a large-scale public event or designing a VIP-level production, we operate with one goal in mind: Turn vision into impact — creatively, safely, and boldly.