The African Music and Cultural Festival will return to Federation Square with three huge days celebrating the vibrant culture of Africa this weekend. Kicking off for a huge opening night on November 18, with a live outdoor cinema showing African Australian short films on the big screen alongside spoken word and jazz performances between films.
With days two and three of the festival showcasing 12 and 10 hours of non-stop entertainment respectively, it’s the perfect place to celebrate the very best of African culture.
The African Music and Cultural Festival
The African Music and Cultural Festival is heading to Federation Square this weekend
Due to the overwhelming success of past events, the festivities will last for three days for the first time ever this year
It will take place from November 18 to 20
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Currently in its ninth iteration, The African Music and Cultural Festival is a highlight of Melbourne’s springtime. With over 35 African countries and community organisations represented through music, fashion, film, dance, art and culture, it’s the first time that the festival has run for three whole days.
This year, they’ve partnered with The Walt Disney Company and the theatrical release of the latest Marvel film, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Enjoy mouth-watering, authentic African Street Food for dinner, learn a new skill with their free drumming lessons for adults and kids alike, browse the markets where vendors will be selling traditional wares and enjoy performances and film from Australian African musicians, performers and filmmakers
