Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival

Name: Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival
Start: 2025-09-13T11:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-09-13T15:00:00-04:00
Location: 1931 Brookgreen Dr, Murrells Inlet, SC, United States, South Carolina 29576

Schedule

Sat Sep 13 2025 at 11:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

1931 Brookgreen Dr, Murrells Inlet, SC, United States, South Carolina 29576 | Murrells Inlet, SC

Join us for Brookgreen’s Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival, a vibrant celebration of West African, Caribbean, and Gullah Geechee heritage. This event will feature presentations, African drumming and dancing, children’s crafts, and delicious food tastings. Enjoy live Afro-Brazilian Jazz by the all-female trio Sisters-In-Song and captivating Gullah storytelling by Veronica Gaillard. Come dressed in colorful, casual, or Afro-centric attire.
Inspired by the Bahamian Junkanoo festival, our celebration highlights the rich cultural connections of the African Diaspora. Participate in mask decorating, craft activities, and explore exhibits such as “Gullah Geechee Gaardin,” “Seen, Heard, Esteemed,” “Lowcountry Trail,” and “From Chaos to Beloved Community.” Dance to the music, join the Junkanoo Mask Parade, and visit the Artisans Market for unique items. Don’t miss the opportunity to taste traditional Gullah and African-inspired dishes.
For more information, visit our website: https://www.brookgreen.org/events/gullah-geechee-junkanoo-festival
“This project is funded in part by the South Carolina Arts Commission which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts.”