BLKOUT/FEST
BLKOUT/FEST
BLKOUT/FEST

CELEBRATING BLACK EXCELLENCE IN CLIMBING

CHATTANOOGA, TN

NOVEMBER 3-5, 2023

BLK OUT FEST

First Outdoor Company + Lookout Mountain Conservancy presents the Blk Out Fest.

The Blk Out Fest is a climbing + outdoor festival centering and celebrating Black excellence in rock climbing. This 3-day, 2-night festival in Chattanooga, Tennessee is designed to celebrate the accomplishments of Black athletes, entrepreneurs and creatives through film screenings, a community fellowship dinner and the open air Blk Mkt shopping experience.

This retreat-style festival is designed to provide a safe space for mental wellness & rejuvenation for Black climbers but is open to all who supports increasing diversity in climbing. Our commitment to climate action includes local shuttle transportation, composting and an all plant-based menu.

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MISSION

EDUCATE

To provide educational and informational outdoor & climbing experiences for all skill levels focused on safety and sustainability in the outdoors.

CELEBRATE

To celebrate Black climbers and entrepreneurs through the fellowship dinner, Black Excellence Talk and vendors.

CULTIVATE

Cultivate a dedication to mental & physical wellness, commitment to climate action and community-building through during the Crag Kickback & Boulder Buddies.

ABOUT THE FEST

VENUES

All tickets include lodging. Learn about lodging & festival venues.

ACCESSIBILITY

Know before you go! Learn about accessibility information & submit requests.

CONNECT

Carpool, ask questions & connect with other festival attendees.

VENDORS

Want to be a vendor at the Blk Mkt? Financial assistance available. Learn more!

SCHEDULE

Explore the festival schedule to plan your travel accordingly.

STORE

Pre-order limited edition Old Wauhatchie Boulders apparel to support LMC & the Howard School Internship program.

PREPARATION

Get ready to fest! Learn what TO bring and what NOT to bring to the festival.

FAQ

Have questions about accessibility? The festival? Check out our FAQs.

COMMUNITY
GUIDELINES

As a diverse community of climbers, we agree as a whole to the following community guidelines:

No homophobia, transphobia, xenophobia, fat-phobia, racism, colorism, ableism or overall bad vibes
No beta-spraying (unless requested)
Unapproved or unrequested spotting
No physical assault or abuse of any kind
Please respect participant preferred pronouns
No disrespect of any kind