2026 AfriFest: Taste of Africa

2026 AfriFest: Taste of Africa

Overview

Get ready to experience the vibrant colors, sounds, and flavors of Africa at 2026 AfriFest - it's going to be a taste sensation!

Experience the Vibrant Spirit of Africa at AfriFest: Taste of Africa

AfriFest Taste of Africa 2026 is the city’s largest celebration of African arts and culture, bringing the community together to experience the vibrant traditions, music, and flavors of Africa. This free, family friendly summer festival offers an immersive arts and cultural experience for all ages.

Note: AfriFest Pre-Festival Programming - July 13-17 & the Main Festival on July 18.

Taste of Africa means more than food. It is the taste of African arts, culture, cuisine, fashion, and traditions. Most importantly, it is the taste of connection. Join us at Sawyer Point Park and experience Africa together in the heart of Cincinnati.

What to expect

  1. Live entertainment and music
  2. AfroBeats, drumming, and traditional dancing
  3. African and Caribbean food, food trucks, and vendors
  4. Handcrafted goods, art, and unique products
  5. Fashion, art/culture, and community showcases
  6. A lively outdoor marketplace and business showcase

To Partner, Collaborate, Sponsor & Donate, please complete THIS FORM - Partnership Opportunities.

Vendor Application & Entertainment/Performance Application

AFRIFEST is OPEN to the public – 🎉 Admission is FREE – but we’d love to know you’re coming! Let us know you’re attending and stay in the loop with festival updates, giveaways, and more.

Interested in volunteering, complete VOLUNTEER FORM

More Details at https://www.myapnet.org/afrifest/

DIRECT LINKS TO FORMS

Get ready to experience the vibrant colors, sounds, and flavors of Africa at 2026 AfriFest - it's going to be a taste sensation!

Experience the Vibrant Spirit of Africa at AfriFest: Taste of Africa

AfriFest Taste of Africa 2026 is the city’s largest celebration of African arts and culture, bringing the community together to experience the vibrant traditions, music, and flavors of Africa. This free, family friendly summer festival offers an immersive arts and cultural experience for all ages.

Note: AfriFest Pre-Festival Programming - July 13-17 & the Main Festival on July 18.

Taste of Africa means more than food. It is the taste of African arts, culture, cuisine, fashion, and traditions. Most importantly, it is the taste of connection. Join us at Sawyer Point Park and experience Africa together in the heart of Cincinnati.

What to expect

  1. Live entertainment and music
  2. AfroBeats, drumming, and traditional dancing
  3. African and Caribbean food, food trucks, and vendors
  4. Handcrafted goods, art, and unique products
  5. Fashion, art/culture, and community showcases
  6. A lively outdoor marketplace and business showcase

To Partner, Collaborate, Sponsor & Donate, please complete THIS FORM - Partnership Opportunities.

Vendor Application & Entertainment/Performance Application

AFRIFEST is OPEN to the public – 🎉 Admission is FREE – but we’d love to know you’re coming! Let us know you’re attending and stay in the loop with festival updates, giveaways, and more.

Interested in volunteering, complete VOLUNTEER FORM

More Details at https://www.myapnet.org/afrifest/

DIRECT LINKS TO FORMS

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Highlights

  • 10 hours
  • In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Location

Sawyer Point Park, East Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH, USA

705 East Pete Rose Way

Cincinnati, OH 45202

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