FAIF Foundation signature initiative
A festival where mental wellness feels human, open, and connected.
More than an event
MindFest makes room for the conversations communities need.
MindFest combines mental health education, youth voices, wellness resources, music and culture, interactive experiences, community connection and open conversation.
Co-built by Dominique “FAIF” Owens, Jasmine Presley, Lauren Muir and Renesha Martin, MindFest brings organizations and community voices into one shared experience.
2026 event recap
Fifth year of MindFest
MindFest Youth: The Future of Mental Health
- Date
- May 30, 2026
- Location
- PlayPort at Waterfront Park · Louisville
- Admission
- Free community event
The 2026 experience centered young people and families while connecting the community with wellness organizations, creative expression, education and practical resources.
The experience
Wellness that meets people where they are
Interactive wellness
Open conversation
Trusted resources
MindFest through the years
A growing community tradition.
This archive records verified milestones while preserving space for more photography and event history.
The first MindFest
The free festival welcomed the community to Roots 101 African American Museum for mental health education, culture, wellness and connection.
A second year of connection
MindFest returned to Roots 101 with workshops, wellness vendors, art, entertainment and pathways to mental health resources.
MindFest Youth
The fifth year centered youth and families at PlayPort in Louisville Waterfront Park under the theme The Future of Mental Health.
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