The third annual Pan African Festival takes place on the Decatur Square on Saturday, August 19, 2023. Hours are 3 to 8 p.m.
The festival celebrates innovation, culture, and economic empowerment. It is FREE to attend, family-friendly, and open to everyone.
Live entertainment includes African music, singing, dance, and drumming. You can also enjoy talks by Black leaders, hip hop music, and spoken word performances.
Over 20 vendor booths will be hosted by Black entrepreneurs, selling innovative products and services.
You can purchase food on site.
More info here
While the festival is a one-day event, a self-guided walking tour is available year round. It allows you to visit 12 points of interest around Decatur that highlight the contributions of Black residents. You can use a Google map to navigate between stops.
You may also be interested in:
- The Dragon Con Parade in downtown Atlanta
- The Piedmont Park Arts Festival
- The Summer Shade Festival in Grant Park
- Doggy Con Pageant & Costume Contest in Woodruff Park
- Marietta Art in the Park Festival on Labor Day Weekend
- Atlanta Jazz Festival in Piedmont Park
More upcoming summer events:
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