Black History Month: Celebrating Fela (Afrobeat Pioneer Night)

Schedule

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 pm to Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 am

UTC-08:00

Location

Gallery Vancouver | a Premier Nightlife Entertainment Experience | Vancouver, BC

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A Black History Month celebration honoring Fela Kuti, the pioneer/father of Afrobeat. Best of Fela mixed with Afrobeat' classics all night.
About this Event

In celebration of Black History Month, we’re honoring the legacy of Fela Aníkúlápó Kuti the pioneer/father of Afrobeat and celebrating his recognition as a 2026 Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award honoree.

Expect a high-energy night featuring:

  • Best of Fela classics
  • Afrobeats classics + Afro-fusion favorites
  • A proper dancefloor vibe from start to close

Music policy

Afrobeat • Afrobeats • Afro-fusion • Classics

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Where is it happening?

Gallery Vancouver | a Premier Nightlife Entertainment Experience, 1312 Southwest Marine Drive, Vancouver, Canada

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Tickets

CAD 0.00 to CAD 33.40

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