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Black · Festival · Charlotte, North Carolina

Afro Legacy Fest

2027 dates not announced yet · usually February

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About Afro Legacy Fest

A three-day festival of Afro-descendant cultures of the Americas and the Caribbean, organized by La Casa de la Cultura in Charlotte. Events rotate between the VAPA Center, the Harvey B. Gantt Center and Historic Rosedale, with performances, drum and dance workshops and panels. 2026 was the third year.

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.

Afro Legacy Fest has included music, dance, workshops, educational panel and potluck.

The organizer has not announced dates for 2027 yet. In 2026 it was held February 6-8, 2026.

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Workshops
  • Educational panel
  • Potluck

Where it happens

Afro Legacy Fest is held at VAPA Center, Harvey B. Gantt Center, Historic Rosedale in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is one of 33 cultural festivals in North Carolina on this calendar.

Map centered on Charlotte. The organizer lists VAPA Center, Harvey B. Gantt Center, Historic Rosedale.Directions

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Questions about Afro Legacy Fest

When is Afro Legacy Fest 2027?
The organizer has not announced 2027 dates yet. In 2026 it was held February 6-8, 2026.
Where is Afro Legacy Fest held?
Afro Legacy Fest takes place at VAPA Center, Harvey B. Gantt Center, Historic Rosedale in Charlotte, North Carolina.
What happens at Afro Legacy Fest?
Events have included: music, dance, workshops, educational panel, potluck.
Who organizes Afro Legacy Fest?
Afro Legacy Fest is organized by La Casa de la Cultura. Their official site is lacasadelacultura.net/in-the-house/afro-legacy-fest.
What other cultural festivals are near Charlotte?
The closest others on this calendar are Charlotte Black Film Festival in Charlotte, NC (same city); Charlotte Jewish Film Festival in Charlotte, NC (same city); Charlotte Latino Film Festival in Charlotte, NC (same city).

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