55th Annual International African Arts Festival Preferred Seating

Join us July 3–5 for the 55th Annual International African Arts Festival at its new Brooklyn home! Celebrate culture & unity.
About this Event

Join us for the 55th Annual International African Arts Festival (IAAF) as we celebrate over five decades of culture, creativity, community, and connection at our exciting new home: Lincoln Terrace / Arthur S. Somers Park in Brooklyn, New York.

For three unforgettable days, immerse yourself in the beauty, brilliance, and diversity of the African Culture:Continental Diaspora. Experience world-class live performances, traditional and contemporary African dance, music from across the globe, fashion showcases, visual arts, educational programming, cultural demonstrations, authentic cuisine, and one of the largest African marketplaces in the nation.

This year's Namibian Theme, "Hanganeni – Let's Unite/Unity," calls on us to come together in the spirit of shared heritage, collective strength, and global community. As we honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future, IAAFestival continues to serve as a vibrant gathering place for families, artists, artisans, entrepreneurs, educators, and culture bearers from around the world.

Whether you're a longtime supporter or attending for the first time, you'll discover why the International African Arts Festival remains one of Brooklyn's most cherished cultural traditions.

Come celebrate. Come connect. Come experience the richness of Africa and the African Diaspora.

Become a friend of festival!!!! Our exclusive VIP package is limited, and includes premium seating and EXCLUSIVE festival benefits. Get your Friends Of Festival VIP ticket Today!!!

July 3–5, 2026
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Daily
Lincoln Terrace / Arthur S. Somers Park
Buffalo Avenue between Eastern Parkway & East New York Avenue
Brooklyn, New York

55 Years Strong. One Community. One Culture. One Festival