Umu Old Bende

General Meeting - August 2024
2024-08-25 16:00 - 18:00 UTC | OBCA Hall, 14829 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX, 77083, United States
June 2024 General Meeting to plan events, discuss UOB business, and network. Women’s dance group practice following immediately after.

SAVE the DATE: UOB & OBCA Day 2024
2024-09-28 19:00 - 2024-09-29 01:00 | Dream Palace Banquet Hall, 11225 Bissonnet St, Houston, United States
Save the Date for the epic UOB/OBCA Day! This signature fete always proves to be one of the events of the year!
Complete form here OBCA or UOB for ad space in the event booklet.
Ad rates:
Full page – $100
Half page – $75
Quarter page – $50
Inside front and back pages – $250
Back cover – $300.

General Meeting - October 2024
2024-10-27 16:00 - 18:00 | OBCA Hall, 14829 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX, 77083, United States
October 2024 General Meeting to plan events, discuss UOB business, and network.

General Meeting - March 2025
2025-03-30 16:00 - 18:00 | OBCA Hall, 14829 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX, 77083, United States
March 2025 General Meeting to plan events, discuss UOB business, and network.

2025 Spring Ball - MET GALA "A Night in the East"
2025-04-11 20:00 - 2025-04-12 02:00 | The Houston Room- Premier Event Venue, 965 S Sam Houston Pkwy E Ste. 100, Houston, TX, 77047, United States
Welcome to the ultimate fete, Met Gala: A Night in the East! Step into an evening where tradition meets opulence, celebrating the beauty, elegance, and vibrant culture of the Bende people in an unforgettable end-of-year ball.
Guests are invited to make their grand entrance adorned in fashion-forward interpretations of Igbo heritage—think agbada with modern silhouettes, shimmering coral beads, and intricate headpieces, all crafted with the flair of Met Gala couture. Highlights include a “Best Dressed” award, where guests can truly showcase their fusion of Igbo tradition with high-fashion glamour.
Kick off your spring at A Night in the East—a celebration of Igbo culture, elegance, and innovation that you’ll never forget!
Price: $20 — currently SOLD OUT
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UOB Jollof Rice Wars 2026
2026-06-19 19:00 - 22:00
🔥🍚 THE BATTLE IS ON! COME HUNGRY!🍚🔥
Get ready for the ultimate showdown as Umu Old Bende proudly presents our FIRST-EVER Jollof Rice Wars!
Who has the best jollof? The smoky flavor? The perfect spice blend? The recipe that reigns supreme?
Join us for an unforgettable Juneteenth filled with delicious food, friendly competition, culture, music, and community as talented cooks go head-to-head for jollof glory. Taste, vote, and help crown the champion!
🎟️ Tickets are on sale NOW!
Don’t miss your chance to witness the rice rivalry everyone will be talking about.
One rice. Many contenders. One champion.
Price: $20 (+2 online fee)
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