AfroRhythms 2026 – Afrobeat, Amapiano & Culture Night at Chew's Yard - FREE entry
Schedule
Fri, 29 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
103-111 Market Street West, PR1 2HB Preston, United Kingdom | Preston, EN
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AfroRhythms 2026 – Afrobeat, Amapiano & Culture NightChew's Yard
103-111 Market Street West, Preston PR1 2HB
Friday 29th May 7.30pm - 11pm - FREE entry
AfroRhythms returns with a vibrant cultural celebration bringing together Afrobeat, Amapiano, live music, fashion, film, conversation, and emerging talent for an unforgettable evening of creativity and community. Expect high-energy performances, engaging cultural talks, inspiring creatives, and a powerful atmosphere celebrating African excellence and influence within Lancashire’s creative scene.
Event Schedule
7:30pm – 11:00pm
7:30pm – Welcome & Opening
* Arrival & DJ Warm-Up
* Opening hosted by Ace Omar & Manwell
7:40pm – Opening Address
* Tony Rigg
7:50pm – Curator’s Welcome
* Dr. AKP
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Talk Segments
8:00pm – Cinematography Talk (20 mins)
“African Cinematography: Shaping Identity and Influencing Lancashire’s Creative Scene”
Guest Speaker: Shobowale Ibrahim Oladipupo
8:20pm – Music Talk (20 mins)
“Music as a Cultural and Spiritual Language: The African Perspective”
Guest Speaker: Israel Oladipo
8:40pm – Fashion & Culture Talk (20 mins)
“Sustainable African Fashion: Tradition, Innovation and Global Impact”
Guest Speaker: Valery Touchet
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Live Performances
9:00pm – Music Performances Begin
* Aceix
* Tee Pop & Dr. AKP
* Vib3st
* Bosuntheplug
* Special Performance: Vib3st x Bosuntheplug (New Release)
10:00pm – 11:00pm
DJ Close-Out Set
* DJ Deedee
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Artist & Speaker Bios
### Ace Omar (Host)
Nigerian-Italian-Lebanese performer known for comedy, skits, and high-energy hosting. Based in Preston, Ace Omar connects effortlessly with diverse audiences and returns after hosting last year’s AfroRhythms with humour and strong crowd engagement.
Instagram: @alejandro_omar11
### Manwell (Host)
Preston-based host and founder of Peaches & Cream. Passionate about building community through music, culture, and live experiences, Manwell is known for an engaging and relatable hosting style.
Instagram: @manwelltmp
### DJ Deedee
Versatile DJ blending Afrobeats, Amapiano, R&B, and House. Known for reading the crowd and shaping sets that move between high energy and deep emotion. Returning this year after delivering an unforgettable set at last year’s event.
Instagram: @its.djdeedee | @im.deola
### Dr. AKP
Artist, curator, and cultural leader with a PhD from UCLan. A key figure within Preston’s Afrocentric creative scene, combining music with cultural leadership while preparing his debut album The Essay.
Instagram: @soundsofakp
### Aceix
Emerging Preston-based artist with music available across major streaming platforms. Known for projects including Aceix In The Building and Jekalo, representing a fresh and evolving local sound.
Instagram: @aceix_
### Tee Pop
Artist behind Erima & Roots EP featuring Dr. AKP, blending storytelling with Afro-influenced contemporary sounds and strong collaborations across the local scene. Has performed throughout Preston for over five years.
Instagram: @teepopmessianic_
### Vib3st
Preston-based musician and creator of the VIB3 VAULT album. His sound explores modern, vibe-driven music across multiple genres, bringing fresh and experimental energy to the stage.
Instagram: @vib3st
### Bosuntheplug
Nottingham-based artist and creative industry figure recognised for influence across music and digital spaces, combining performance with industry insight and creative experience.
Instagram: @bosunthepluggg
### Shobowale Ibrahim Oladipupo
Director, videographer, and editor with over 10 years of experience working across African film projects and visual storytelling. Currently based in Preston and contributing to the city’s creative landscape.
Instagram: @sholad77
### Israel Oladipo
Preston-based music director, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and author focused on music as both cultural and spiritual expression. Leads musical development through ITF Global House of Music. Intagram: @izzietalkingfingers
### Valery Touchet
Award-winning Cameroonian designer and founder of VTCreation. Specialises in sustainable fashion using natural materials while promoting eco-conscious design and community impact from Manchester.
Instagram: @_vtcreation
Event Highlights
* Afrobeat & Amapiano vibes
* Live performances & collaborations
* African culture & creative industry talks
* Fashion, film & music conversations
* Networking & community atmosphere
* Emerging artists & cultural innovators
AfroRhythms is more than a music event — it is a celebration of African creativity, identity, and cultural impact through sound, storytelling, fashion, and live experience.
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Where is it happening?
103-111 Market Street West, PR1 2HB Preston, United Kingdom, 105 Market Street West, Preston, PR1 2, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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