Featuring The Hidden Gems Experience
Unity in Action Youth Showcase 2026
Unity in Action Youth Showcase 2026 is B.U.I.L.T.’s premier youth empowerment event, bringing together talented young performers, community leaders, businesses, and families for an unforgettable day of inspiration, opportunity, and community.
This year’s event proudly features The Hidden Gems Experience, creating a plat
The Hidden Gems Experience
The Hidden Gems Experience brings another level of excitement to Unity in Action, spotlighting youth talent, creativity, confidence, and community. The experience will feature live performances, youth modeling, young entrepreneurs, community resources, entertainment, and interactive activities—all designed to give young people an opportunity to be seen, heard, supported, and celebrated.
Who Can Participate?
Unity in Action welcomes talented youth ages 16 and under from Philadelphia and beyond. Whether you’re just getting started or already building your brand, this is your opportunity to shine. We welcome singers, rappers, dancers, musicians, spoken word artists, models, young entrepreneurs, visual artists, instrumental performers, and youth with unique talents of all kinds. If you have a gift, a passion, or a talent to share, we want to celebrate it. There is no cost for youth to participate. is your chance to be seen, heard, supported, and inspired.
Event Details
Saturday, October 24, 2026
2:00 PM–6:00 PM
Lucien Blackwell Community Center
761 N 47th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
FREE Community Event — Free tickets required for entry
Unity in Action Youth Showcase is a FREE community celebration of youth talent, creativity, leadership, entrepreneurship, and community impact. We're creating a space where young people can showcase their gifts, build confidence, connect with their community, and experience a platform designed especially for them.
Featuring:
• Live Performances
• Youth Modeling
• The Hidden Gems Experience
• Young Entrepreneurs
• Community Resources
• Family-Friendly Activities
• Food & Entertainment
• Youth Recognition
• Special Guest Performances
• And more!
Admission is FREE. Youth participation is FREE.
Whether you're performing, showcasing your youth business, supporting our youth, or simply coming out with your family, there's a place for you at Unity in Action.
Why Participate?
Unity in Action is more than a chance to perform—it’s an opportunity for young people to be seen, celebrated, encouraged, and connected to opportunities beyond the stage.
Whether this is their first time sharing a talent or they’ve been performing for years, every young person deserves an experience that reminds them that their gifts matter.
Youth participants will have the opportunity to:
- Showcase their talent in front of a live audience
- Receive a certificate of recognition
- Be recognized and celebrated for their gifts
- Have opportunities to win prizes and giveaways
- Experience special guests and featured performers
- Build confidence and create lasting memories
- Connect with other talented youth and positive community leaders
- Learn about B.U.I.L.T. programs and opportunities available after Unity in Action
Youth participation is completely FREE.
Unity in Action is only the beginning. Our goal is to help young people take the confidence, connections, and encouragement they gain from this experience and continue growing through B.U.I.L.T.’s programs, mentorship, creative opportunities, and community throughout the year.