AFRO-SANKOFA FESTIVAL
About this Event
Welcome to the 1st Annual, "AFRO-SANKOFA FESTIVAL" at Buffalo AKG Art Museum! Join us on August 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Eastern Time) for a day filled with education, art, music, vendors, fashion, and culture celebrating the rich heritage of the African diaspora. Immerse yourself in vibrant performances, guest speakers, panel discussions, fashion show, drum & dance, delicious food, and engaging workshops.
We invite all to connect with the community and embrace the African culture & roots of humanity, Sankofa - looking back to move forward. See you there!
Event By: AAARIA EDU
Brought to you by: Buffalo AKG, M&T Bank & That Brown Bag
Hosted By: Shanntel Patton
Co-Hosted By: Efia
Animal Show: Nickel City Reptiles and Exotics w Jeff the Animal Guy (10AM-11AM)
African Drum & Dance: Womba Africa (11AM-12PM)
Keynote Address: "One Race: The Human Race" By Emmanuel Kulu (12PM-1PM)
Afro-Latino Dance: Fanny Olaya (1PM-2PM)
Documentary: "A Shot Rang Out" By Tala Harden & Dr. Nevergold (2PM-3PM)
Panel Discussion: "The Gravest Crime against Humanity" w/ Kinya Baker, Selam Debs, Chey Winston, Janart Addo (3PM-4PM)
Special Guest Performance By: DJ Ilmatic, Womba Africa, David Jonathan & the Inner city Bedlam, Ekua, Vibrant Strings, Big Kulu, Cobbi Kayy, Macnz Marvellous, The Rockaz, Novas Groove, and many more... (4PM-6PM & 7PM-8PM)
Fashion Runway by: African Fashion Week Toronto meets Buffalo w/ Grace Modi (6PM-7PM)
NOTE: To be a Food Vendor, Merch. Vendor, or Sponsor send your inquiry to: [email protected].
MODELS, HAIR & MAKEUP ARTIST INTERESTED? Please send inquiry to: [email protected]
*THIS IS A FREE EVENT BUT ALL ATTENDEES MUST REGISTER!
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