# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 9th Annual Neo Kizomba Festival 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon, 20 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: The Neo Kizomba Festival is over. Not postponed. Over.

After 8 editions over 10 years, I didn't expect to be writing these words under these circumstances. 

But for the first time in over a decade, I'm choosing myself.

I wore every hat. Carried every risk. Gave everything I had to this scene under extreme circumstances, and it cost me more than most people will ever know.

I'm not disappearing. But I can't carry this any longer.

I wrote the full story — the economics, the sacrifices, the accusations, and why I went silent. 

The letter includes refund details and a way to donate toward closing the festival equitably.

http://www.neokizfest.com/choosing-myself

8 Editions. 10 Years.

The festival is done. I'm taking what's left of me and reinvesting it back into myself.

— Charles Ogar, "Mr. Neokiz"
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/austin/9th-annual-neo-kizomba-festival-2026/200028546879908
- **Event Categories**: festivals, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 106

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Austin
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Austin Southpark Hotel
- **lat**: 30.202113679097
- **long**: -97.6904296875
- **full address**: Austin Southpark Hotel, 3500 McCall Ln, Austin, TX 78744-2404, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: 9th Annual Neo Kizomba Festival 2026
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/7247f49e5517afac6aef2159d5d23ee9db7d6a46bf8f298ff5a174eb991e2100-rimg-w1200-h675-dc181412-gmir?v=1777086130

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 9th Annual Neo Kizomba Festival 2026 being held?
  - **A:** 9th Annual Neo Kizomba Festival 2026 takes place on Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Mon, 20 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Austin Southpark Hotel, 3500 McCall Ln, Austin, TX 78744-2404, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 9th Annual Neo Kizomba Festival 2026?
  - **A:** 9th Annual Neo Kizomba Festival 2026 is organized by Neo Kizomba Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 9th Annual Neo Kizomba Festival 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Austin, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 100+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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