Keur Khaleyi's 16th Annual Conference & Concert "All Roads Lead to Africa"

All Roads Lead to Africa is a vibrant 3-day African Dance & Drum Conference celebrating the rich traditions, rhythms, and cultural journeys of the African diaspora. Hosted at the SpringHill Suites Baltimore Downtown Convention Center Area in the heart of downtown Baltimore, this immersive experience brings together participants from across the region for transformational classes, live drumming, cultural exchange, and community connection.
Featuring internationally recognized master artists from Senegal, Guinea, Mali, Ghana, and the Republic of Congo, attendees will experience authentic traditional and contemporary African dance and music through workshops designed for all levels. Guests will also enjoy an African Marketplace filled with vendors from across the DMV offering art, fashion, jewelry, textiles, cultural goods, and more.
On Saturday, July 11th the weekend culminates in an electrifying evening concert at Chesapeake Arts Center on Hammonds Road, where culture comes alive through powerful performances, storytelling, and celebration—taking audiences on a journey that reminds us that no matter where we are in the world… All Roads Lead to Africa.
A celebration of movement. A gathering of culture. A journey home. 🌍🥁✨