Yard Goats to host Black-Owned Business Expo at Dunkin’ Park on October 9th

An event with over 50 vendors hosted by Yard Goats on October 9^th from 6:00-8:30 PM

The Hartford Yard Goats Baseball Club, the Double-A Eastern League Affiliate of the Colorado Rockies, in partnership with The STO, has announced it will be once again hosting the Black-Owned Business Expo at Dunkin’ Park in Hartford. It is the fifth time that the Yard Goats have hosted this event at Dunkin’ Park. The event “Black To The Future,” is free and open to the public, and will take place on Thursday, October 9^th from 6:00-8:30 PM in the YG Club inside Dunkin’ Park. Attendees will be able to purchase apparel, products and services from the 50 vendors participating in the expo. The Yard Goats hosted the first Black-Owned Business Expo at Dunkin’ Park in February of 2023.

With more than 50 Black-owned businesses participating, guests are invited to explore a dynamic showcase of local entrepreneurship — from fashion and wellness products to art, services, and more. The expo not only offers a unique opportunity to shop local and support Black entrepreneurs, but also serves as a celebration of the innovation, culture, and economic impact these businesses bring to our community.

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“This isn’t just about commerce, it’s about connection,” said Aisha Petteway, Executive Director of Community Partnerships for the Yard Goats Foundation. “By opening our ballpark for events like these, we hope to amplify the voices, creativity, and contributions of Hartford’s Black business community.”

Each season, the Yard Goats host two Black-Owned Business Expos at Dunkin’ Park, in addition to featuring local entrepreneurs during every home game through the Bank of America Black-Owned Business Spotlight.

Black-Owned Business Expo Details

Black-Owned Business Expo – “Black To The Future”
Thursday, October 9, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Dunkin’ Park, 1214 Main St, Hartford, CT
Free and open to the public

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