This weekend the African Descent Festival takes over English Bay Beach on Saturday and Sunday 11am-9:30pm.
Join our two-day 10th anniversary of the festival showcasing local and international megastar talent, the famed African drum circle, Samba dancers, poetry and storytelling, African history in Vancouver presentation, African dancers, delicious food, vendors and more!
Our 2024 headliners are global megastars Jose Chameleone from Uganda, Nkulee Dube, TK Dube and Lucky Dube from South Africa on the Lucky Dube Celebration Tour, joining our Canadian artists of African decent Emmanuel Jal, Kharli McClelland, Mr. Fantastik and Samba Fusion and many others!
“We promote the diversity of people of African descent within Vancouver, while recognizing and promoting attitudes of oneness among all ethnic groups and communities”
Admission is free and donations are encouraged. Bring blankets and shade for a hot summer beach day!
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Event Details
When: Saturday August 10th and Sunday 11th from 11am-9:30pm
Where: English Bay
Cost: Free, donations welcome
