🌹 ROSES 2026
An Experience of Black History, Present & Future
February 28, 2026 | Las Vegas, NV
Presented by The Analog Dope Store
Roses is an immersive cultural experience rooted in the brilliance, resilience, and imagination of the Black community. Through literature, music, art, and storytelling, Roses explores the continuum of Black history, celebrates the richness of the present, and invites us to collectively imagine what the future can be.
First introduced in 2022 as a month-long pop-up cultural activation, Roses became the catalyst for the founding of The Analog Dope Store. In 2026, Roses returns—expanded, reimagined, and more intentional than ever—bringing together readers, creatives, educators, families, and culture-shapers for a multi-day experience centered on connection, creativity, and consciousness.
✨ What to Expect
Roses 2026 will feature a dynamic mix of programming and installations, including:
Curated Book & Vinyl Experiences spotlighting Black authors, thinkers, and musicians
Black History Immersive Gallery honoring legacy while envisioning the future
Authors, Speakers & Community Panels
Live DJ Sets
Children’s Book Readings & Creative Workshops
Vendor Market featuring Black-owned brands
Visual Art & Painting Installations
Mentorship, Wellness, Business Building & Networking Opportunities
Roses is intentionally intergenerational and interdisciplinary—designed to engage minds, spark conversation, and build meaningful community.
🌍 Who Is Roses For
Readers, thinkers, and creatives of all ages and cultural backgrounds
Families and community members
Educators, literacy advocates, and community activists
Students, HBCU alumni, and youth organizations
Artists, entrepreneurs, and small business owners
Brands and partners aligned with cultural equity and creative impact
🛍️ Vendor Applications Opening Soon!
We will be accepting applications from Black-owned brands and culturally aligned vendors offering mission-driven products rooted in culture and community:
Vendors selected for Roses will be part of a thoughtfully curated market designed to support discovery, connection, and economic circulation within the community.
Vendor Apps Opening Soon!
Additional partnership opportunities for authors, educators, artists, mentors, and media collaborators will be announced soon.
🌹 About The Analog Dope Store
Founded in 2022 by Rachelle and Charlie Luster, The Analog Dope Store is a Black-owned, woman-owned, queer-owned bookstore and cultural hub located in the Las Vegas Arts District. We amplify stories and sound that shape identity, empower community, and preserve cultural legacy.
Our mission is simple and intentional: to raise the vibration of communities through literature, music, and culture.