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African World Festival

2027 dates not announced yet · usually July

About African World Festival

A three-day festival of African diaspora music, art, food and culture at Hart Plaza in downtown Detroit, organized by the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History.

What to expect

Cultural festivals like this one bring a community's food, music, dance, art and traditions to a public space, usually with performers, local vendors and community organizations.

African World Festival has included live music, spoken word, cultural showcases, artisan marketplace, food vendors and children's village.

The organizer has not announced dates for 2027 yet. In 2026 it was held July 10-12, 2026.

  • Live music
  • Spoken word
  • Cultural showcases
  • Artisan marketplace
  • Food vendors
  • Children's Village

Where it happens

African World Festival is held at Hart Plaza in Detroit, Michigan. It is one of 14 cultural festivals in Michigan on this calendar.

Map centered on Detroit. The organizer lists Hart Plaza.Directions

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Questions about African World Festival

When is African World Festival 2027?
The organizer has not announced 2027 dates yet. In 2026 it was held July 10-12, 2026.
Where is African World Festival held?
African World Festival takes place at Hart Plaza in Detroit, Michigan.
What happens at African World Festival?
Events have included: live music, spoken word, cultural showcases, artisan marketplace, food vendors, children's village.
Who organizes African World Festival?
African World Festival is organized by Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History.
What other cultural festivals are near Detroit?
The closest others on this calendar are Arab and Chaldean Festival in Detroit, MI (same city); Detroit Black Film Festival in Detroit, MI (same city); Juneteenth Jubilee Detroit in Detroit, MI (same city).

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