The Land of Black Excellence
From Aug. 6-10, 2025, thousands of the nation’s top journalists, media leaders, innovators and students will gather in The Land for the National Association of Black Journalists' 50th Annual Convention & Career Fair at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland.
As proud hosts, we’re ready to showcase a city where the Black community’s impact on culture, history and progress runs deep — from breaking barriers in sports and business to shaping music, politics and the arts.
We can't wait to show off the bold spirit, deep pride and unstoppable energy that defines Cleveland. See you in The Land for #NABJ25.
Greater Cleveland Associationof Black Journalists
Cleveland’s bringing the heat for NABJ 2025, and GCLEABJ is leading the charge with Cleveland experiences you won't find anywhere else.
- Aug. 3: Drive Cleveland Golf Outing benefitting The 100 Black Men of Greater Cleveland and GCLEABJ.
- Aug. 5: Pre-convention reception in the Eastman Reading Gardento mix it up with the city’s media scene.
- Aug. 6: Celebrate CLE's musical legacy with a night of dancing, drinks and history at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
- Aug. 9: Dive into the real Cleveland with curated tours that spotlight Black history, urban farming and local arts.
This is more than a schedule — it’s a love letter from The Land. Register today.
Know Before You Go
The Land Lounge
Destination Cleveland welcomes NABJ Convention attendees to a CLE-style party at The Land Lounge on Mall B outside the front entrance of Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland. Bring your badge and enjoy summer views of Lake Erie, food trucks, live music, retail pop-ups, games and authentic Black CLE programming from Black CoLabs.
Wednesday, August 6
- 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Lunch-Hour Activation (Convention attendees only.)
- Food trucks on West Mall Drive.
- 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Lunch-Hour Activation (Convention ttendees only.)
- Food trucks on West Mall Drive.
- 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.: Happy Hour Activation (Local community also invited.)
- Additional food, artists, live music, local business marketplace and interactive experiences.
