WAKANDA BALL 2026

We cordially invite you to FALL IN LOVE WITH US.

CELEBRATE BLACK LOVE, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY

Our most anticipated cultural event of the year! Join us on February 14th for an immersive journey into Afrofuturism where tradition meets tomorrow.

WAKANDA BALL 2026 powered by Express Newark

AFRICAN ROYALTY / AFROFUTIRSM ATTIRE

Tickets cover admittance, entertainment, food, and Wakanda punch. 21+ and up Valid ID required.

AWARDS FOR BEST DRESSED MALE| FEMALE | COUPLE

Tickets/Outfits available at:

Ancient African Formula - 109 Halsey St. Newark, NJ 07102

Source of Knowledge Bookstore - 867 Broad St. Newark, NJ 07102

This event is open to the public, with all nationalities, ethnic groups, and sexual orientations welcomed.

Visit the event website for more information and details.

www.khemfest.com

All a part of 12th Annual Khem Fest taking place September 2026.

Khem Fest is a convention, festival, and celebration. Our goal of the event is to use comic books, animation, films, and popular culture to develop youth literacy and expression through S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math). Hence, we created a festival that will feature and promote creators of comics, animation, books, film, and other media with a focus on people of color; culture, concepts, and interests. Our festival is for everyone and a diverse networking event for professionals as well as enthusiasts to aspire, inspire and appreciate people of color contributions as it relates to Popular Arts media. KHEM FEST is not limited to comics. Our events highlight other literary genres like speculative fiction, as well as video games, collectible toys and models, films/documentaries, and all other media related to the Popular Arts.

KHEM FEST will also provide relevant, engaging, informative entertainment and professional networking opportunities for the Newark community. Among the attractions provided are interactive activities which include; Animation Film Festival, Marketplace, Comic Book workshops, Panel Discussions, Screenings, and STEAM Lab. Our organization works with its community partners to promote awareness of the competition and the many activities taking place to serve as a bridge to bring the community together.

For more information go to http://khemfest.com