50 Black-Owned Businesses in Bronzville
Since its inception in 2012, Bronzeville Summer Nights (BSN) has promoted support of local small businesses in the Bronzeville community. Bronzeville is a culturally rich community that offers amenities for people of all economic backgrounds and ethnicities. As the area’s community and economic development organization, Quad Communities Development Corporation, NFP (QCDC) is committed to ensuring Bronzeville is economically healthy today and for years to come. QCDC recognizes that .67 cents of every dollar spent in a community stays in that community and the community is only as strong as our local economy.
Bronzeville Summer Nights is the platform we use to encourage everyone to experience, eat, shop and explore Bronzeville! During the Bronzeville Summer Nights Guests can enjoy over 20 live performances and visit over 25 local businesses and organizations using the free BSN trolleys. offers entertainment, refreshments and exclusive BSN specials. There will also be a drawing for a $100 Shop Local Bronzeville eGift Card.
There are also a guided community bike tour during each event. No matter your riding ability, join other cyclists for a community ride. Bring your own bike or borrow a free Divvy. The ride starts at 6pm. Check-in is at 5:45pm at Small Shop Cycles & Service, 4250 S Cottage Grove, IG: smallshopcycles.
August is Black Business Month and QCDC is excited to continue its tradition of supporting Black businesses in the Bronzeville community. Established in 2004 by Frederick E. Jordan and John William Templeton, this annual ceremony recognizes entrepreneurs who continue to succeed despite adversity. It is time to recognize and celebrate Black-owned businesses across the country and celebrate all they represent in the country’s ongoing pursuit of diversity and equality. with special guest, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle!
This month’s BSN highlights Chicago Shakespeare Theater, with a performance at 4400 S. Cottage Grove, 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., followed by Senite, featuring DJ Marco, hosted by Eros, 6:30-7:30 p.m. and 8:00-9:00 p.m. Tiaybe, featuring DJ Chyna, hosted by Jeronimo, performs at Amour Salon, 648 E. 43.rd St, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. March’e Blu, hosted by Clara Hubbard, is at Two Fish Crab Shack, 641 E. 47.th St.
Only two Fridays left – August 9th and September 13th from 5pm to 9pm – Guests can go for a walk, bike ride or Bronzeville Summer Nights Trolleys to experience the sights, sounds and magic of Bronzeville.
QCDC is very proud that this family-friendly event has been incident-free since its inception. We take the safety of our guests seriously and appreciate the support of the CPD 2and District, 3rd Ward Ald. Dowell and 4th Ward Ald. Robinson. BSN belongs to everyone, QCDC thanks the vendors, business owners, community partners, residents and visitors who continue to support this annual family-friendly event.
For more information about the event, featured companies and monthly performance schedule, visit www.bronzevillesummernights.com.
Bronzeville Summer Nights is supported by Quad Communities Development Corporation, NFP, Wells Fargo, Associated Bank, The Chicago Community Trust, SSA 17, SSA 56, Choose Chicago, Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection, and Department of Planning and Development.
For more information about businesses in the Bronzeville area, visit www.Shoplocalbronzeville.com.
About Quad Communities Development Corporation, NFP (QCDC)
The mission of the QCDC is to bring together residents, organizations, businesses and institutions within the Quad Communities to plan, lead, support and oversee human infrastructure and community development activities to create a sustainable, healthy, mixed-income neighborhood. The Quad Communities include North Kenwood, Oakland, part of Douglas and part of Grand Boulevard.
