PURCHASE JUST BE YOU FESTIVAL MERCH
WHEN YOU BUY MERCH IT HELPS US HELP KIDS!
We are excited to launch our new festival gear! When you make a purchase in our virtual store on Teespring.com it helps us help the youth! The logo design is made in creative collaboration with a youth artist, DJ Clarke. All proceeds go towards the festival so we can continue keeping the event totally free for families to enjoy. We hope you will rock your Just Be You Children's Festival gear with joy and happiness. Thank you for your support. We decided to have an online store as we are very much conscious of our carbon footprint and being eco-friendly. Plus, we can offer more variety with the virtual store. So shop away! We have hoodies, t-shirts, mugs, and more! Thank you for helping us make a difference in the lives of children and families! Buy your gear TODAY and help us with the festival for 2026 and upcoming JBY programming for youth!
SHOW YOUR FESTIVAL SUPPORT
THE JUST BE YOU AWARDS
The Annual Just Be You Children's Festival Awards
The Just Be You Children’s Festival ™ includes an inspiring youth award ceremony that recognizes youth who are doing great things in their community and leading by a positive example. Each year we will grant awards to youth in a variety of categories. Attend the festival to find out who will be the next recipients of The Just Be You Awards™.
You can even submit a nomination for the awards ceremony! If you wish to nominate a child or teen (grades K-12) AND an adult (over the age of 18) AND a business or organization for consideration to be a recipient, please prepare to submit the following information to us no later than December 31, 2025.
All nominations will be carefully reviewed by our committee. Those nominated are required and expected to attend the awards ceremony in person in 2026 (event date, time and location will be announced soon).
Complete details will be shared with the nominees accordingly.
Nominations submitted after the deadline (December 31, 2025) will not be considered for next year's awards ceremony.
NOMINATION FORM COMING SOON!
STAY TUNED!
But start thinking of who you will nominate for The Just Be You Awards!
DJ Clarke, artist/musician and Ja'siah Young, actor, recipients of The Just Be You Award in 2023.
JBY Children's Fest' IS THE BEST!
JBY Fest' GIVES BACK. founder/artistic director, Ms. Mahogany, happily gives away slices of fresh yummy pizza at no cost to families because she cares.
JBY Fest' GIVES BACK. founder/artistic director, Ms. Mahogany, happily gives away slices of fresh yummy pizza at no cost to families because she cares.
JBY Fest' GIVES BACK. founder/artistic director, Ms. Mahogany, happily gives away slices of fresh yummy pizza at no cost to families because she cares.
JBY Fest' is the BEST for kids to have a rare opportunity to get on a stage and shine bright with tons of encouragement and cheers.
JBY Fest' GIVES BACK. founder/artistic director, Ms. Mahogany, happily gives away slices of fresh yummy pizza at no cost to families because she cares.
JBY Fest' GIVES BACK. founder/artistic director, Ms. Mahogany, happily gives away slices of fresh yummy pizza at no cost to families because she cares.
JBY Fest' is DIFFERENT. Kids are inspired to dream and explore career pathways during an interactive science show and Q&A.
JBY Fest' GIVES BACK. founder/artistic director, Ms. Mahogany, happily gives away slices of fresh yummy pizza at no cost to families because she cares.
JBY Fest' is DIFFERENT. Kids are inspired to dream and explore career pathways during an interactive science show and Q&A.
JBY Fest' is FABULOUS. During the fashion show kids had a chance to walk the runway and build confidence in themselves.
JBY Fest' is FABULOUS. During the fashion show kids had a chance to walk the runway and build confidence in themselves.
JBY Fest' is DIFFERENT. Kids are inspired to dream and explore career pathways during an interactive science show and Q&A.
JBY Fest' is EMPOWERING. Models showoff their custom designed t-shirts that have positive statements.
JBY Fest' is FABULOUS. During the fashion show kids had a chance to walk the runway and build confidence in themselves.
JBY Fest' is EMPOWERING. Models showoff their custom designed t-shirts that have positive statements.
JBY Fest' ROCKS. Kids take center stage and perform a talent with lots of support and upliftment.
JBY Fest' is FABULOUS. During the fashion show kids had a chance to walk the runway and build confidence in themselves.
JBY Fest' is EMPOWERING. Models showoff their custom designed t-shirts that have positive statements.
JBY Children's Fest' OUTSHINES THE REST!
JBY Fest' founder, Ms. Mahogany, with her son, DJ, filmmaker, photographer, musician, and the production assistant intern.
JBY Fest' founder, Ms. Mahogany, with her son, DJ, filmmaker, photographer, musician, and the production assistant intern.
JBY Fest' founder, Ms. Mahogany, with her son, DJ, filmmaker, photographer, musician, and the production assistant intern.
JBY Fest' attendee happily receives back to school supplies smiling with Ms. Mahogany, festival artistic director.
JBY Fest' founder, Ms. Mahogany, with her son, DJ, filmmaker, photographer, musician, and the production assistant intern.
JBY Fest' founder, Ms. Mahogany, with her son, DJ, filmmaker, photographer, musician, and the production assistant intern.
JBY Fest' is a family affair, associate producer, Mr. Dale, works hard to make the event great for the kids.
JBY Fest' founder, Ms. Mahogany, with her son, DJ, filmmaker, photographer, musician, and the production assistant intern.
JBY Fest' is a family affair, associate producer, Mr. Dale, works hard to make the event great for the kids.
JBY Fest' is fun for all kids and all ages to explore their creativity and engage in interactive activities.
JBY Fest' is fun for all kids and all ages to explore their creativity and engage in interactive activities.
JBY Fest' is a family affair, associate producer, Mr. Dale, works hard to make the event great for the kids.
JBY Fest' wellness and fitness fun, because JBY teaches the value of living a healthy balanced lifestyle.
JBY Fest' is fun for all kids and all ages to explore their creativity and engage in interactive activities.
JBY Fest' wellness and fitness fun, because JBY teaches the value of living a healthy balanced lifestyle.
JBY Fest' music fun, during "Drumming with DJ" as families learned to play the African djembe drum.
JBY Fest' is fun for all kids and all ages to explore their creativity and engage in interactive activities.
JBY Fest' wellness and fitness fun, because JBY teaches the value of living a healthy balanced lifestyle.
THIS IS A FESTIVAL TRULY ABOUT COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY-ENGAGEMENT
FAMILY-ENGAGEMENT
JBY CHILDREN'S FEST' SUCCESS
JBY IS MAKING A DIFFERENCE!
Each year, the Just Be You Children's Festival is set apart from other festivals, because we encourage learning, creative expression, wellness, and exploration. JBY is raising the bar and making a difference in the lives of children, families and communities. Additionally, we provide outstanding youth programming all year long, with a big smile, that shines bright, everywhere we go and grow.
JBY FEST' SPONSOR HALL OF FAME
JBY FEST' SPONSOR HALL OF FAME
Festival Founder & Artistic Director
Empowering Communities
Motivating and empowering the youth to believe in themselves is the hallmark of Mahogany Reynolds' legacy as a mentor, coach and teacher. Come be inspired by her motivational speech presented in an interactive talk show format to engage the youth. Children will be invited on stage to have an engaging conversation with Ms. Mahogany. Plus, have some fun during her energetic dance-along as she teaches us how to Detroit Hustle. Her way of paying homage to her hometown of Detroit, Michigan.
For over 20 years, Mahogany Reynolds has mentored the youth through various philanthropic programs on the East Coast and around the world through her virtual platforms and programs.
"The Just Be You Festival is an event designed with children and teens in mind with a focus on family engagement and cultural diversity. Children will be inspired and celebrated during this family-friendly event. Your support is greatly appreciated." --Ms. Mahogany
