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Black · Film festival · Providence, Rhode Island

African Film and Arts Festival

2027 dates not announced yet · usually September

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About African Film and Arts Festival

A five-day festival of films and art from Africa and the African diaspora across Providence, run by PVD World Music. The 2026 edition had more than 30 screenings plus filmmaker talks and music. 2026 was the 7th annual.

What to expect

Film festivals like this one screen features, documentaries and shorts by or about the community, often with filmmaker talks and panels after the screenings.

African Film and Arts Festival has included film screenings, filmmaker conversations, live music and community gatherings.

The organizer has not announced dates for 2027 yet. In 2026 it was held September 16-20, 2026.

  • Film screenings
  • Filmmaker conversations
  • Live music
  • Community gatherings

Where it happens

African Film and Arts Festival is held at Providence Public Library, Southside Cultural Center and other venues in Providence, Rhode Island. It is one of 3 cultural festivals in Rhode Island on this calendar.

Map centered on Providence. The organizer lists Providence Public Library, Southside Cultural Center and other venues.Directions

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Questions about African Film and Arts Festival

When is African Film and Arts Festival 2027?
The organizer has not announced 2027 dates yet. In 2026 it was held September 16-20, 2026.
Where is African Film and Arts Festival held?
African Film and Arts Festival takes place at Providence Public Library, Southside Cultural Center and other venues in Providence, Rhode Island.
What happens at African Film and Arts Festival?
Events have included: film screenings, filmmaker conversations, live music, community gatherings.
Who organizes African Film and Arts Festival?
African Film and Arts Festival is organized by PVD World Music. Their official site is pvdworldmusic.com.
What other cultural festivals are near Providence?
The closest others on this calendar are Juneteenth RI Festival in Providence, RI (same city); Rhode Island Black Film Festival in Providence, RI (same city); Black Heritage Juneteenth Festival in Worcester, MA (about 37 miles).

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