Highlights of the 2nd annual I Love Myself Festival at Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza include a performance by GRAMMY Award-nominated multi-platinum R&B singer and songwriter Mario.

The mental health awareness event features a full day of free programming for all ages.

The festival also honors Jhene Aiko (singer-songwriter), Omarion (musician), Karrueche Tran (actress), Angela White aka Blac Chyna (entrepreneur and TV personality), Pretty Vee (comedian and actress), Kayla Nicole (fitness influencer and Founder of Tribe Therepe), Stephanie Ike Okafor (pastor and podcast host), Derek Ali (Grammy Award-winning and multi-RIAA certified mixing engineer), Holly J. Mitchell (Los Angeles County Supervisor), Scottie (Founder and CEO of SBRBN Media), Ali Hasan (wellness entrepreneur), Blavity, and The Drew League for inspiring and invoking change.

Onsite activations include:

• Garden Stage - Performances by R&B singer Mario, R&B Yoga, and Sound Bowls by Sol & Sound. Engaging panel discussions cover diverse topics such as grief, finances, mental health, self-care for caregivers, and the importance of filling your cup first

• Kid Zone + Sparks Zone - Kids can engage in mindful games like air hockey, ping pong, jumbo Jenga, and Connect Four to boost focus and relaxation. The I Love Myself Sparks Zone, an extension of the Kids Zone, focuses on movement through basketball.  

• Mental Health Resource Village - A holistic haven for nurturing your mind, body, and soul, offering hypertension screenings, dental check-ups, and access to essential mental health resources.

• Vendor Village - guests can explore a vibrant hub dedicated to nurturing the mind, body, and soul, featuring a diverse array of community vendors

Attendees can rsvp for this event online.