African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County

The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is an annual Labor Day Weekend celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, dance, food and community. Explore the work of visual artists in our Art Gallery Walk; music & dance performances on our Main Stage; and interactive family activities in our Family Village! Come out and celebrate AACF’s 7th year of teaching, sharing, and celebrating the traditions of African Americans here in NC and from around the world.

THIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN FOR ALL TO ENJOY!

FAMILY VILLAGE

The African American Cultural Festival Family Village is a great place for festival goers of all ages to have a fun, educational, hands-on experience. Enjoy engaging performances on the Family Village stage by storytellers, dance troupes, drum circles, and much more. Create something of your own in the Make-and-Take craft tents. Learning about African American culture is a unique experience in the Family Village – bring the whole family! Read more …

VENDOR MARKETPLACE

The Vendor Marketplace tents on Fayetteville Street are full of unique products sold by individual business owners and vendors. Browse the variety of clothing, accessories, jewelry, natural bath products, home decor and much more. The African American community has a long history of entrepreneurship – come support small business owners and see what the Vendor Marketplace has to offer. Read more …

ART GALLERY WALK

The Art Gallery Walk lines both sides of Fayetteville Street with tents displaying original art created by artists from North Carolina and across the country. Stroll along the street; be inspired by the plethora of paintings, jewelry, ceramics, sculptures, and mixed media art the festival has to offer. Meet the artists, learn about their techniques, and purchase an original creation to enjoy for years
to come. Read more …

Festival Times

Saturday, September 3rd
Festival Hours 11:00am – 10:00pm
Family Village Hours 11:30am-8:00pm

Sunday, September 4th
Festival Hours 1:00pm – 10:00pm
Family Village Hours 1:30pm-8:00pm