# Event Details - **Event Name**: AFRO-SANKOFA FESTIVAL - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 07 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri, 07 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Celebrate the Global African Diaspora! A Cultural vibrant day festival full of music, fashion, dance, education, art, food, and community!About this EventWelcome to the 1st Annual, "AFRO-SANKOFA FESTIVAL" at Buffalo AKG Art Museum! Join us on August 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Eastern Time) for a day filled with education, art, music, vendors, fashion, and culture celebrating the rich heritage of the African diaspora. Immerse yourself in vibrant performances, guest speakers, panel discussions, fashion show, drum & dance, delicious food, and engaging workshops.We invite all to connect with the community and embrace the African culture & roots of humanity, Sankofa - looking back to move forward. See you there!Event By: AAARIA EDUBrought to you by: Buffalo AKG, M&T Bank & Shades of Humanity ConsultingHosted By: Shanntel PattonCo-Hosted By: EfiaAnimal Show: Nickel City Reptiles and Exotics w Jeff the Animal Guy (10AM-11AM)African Drum & Dance: Womba Africa (10:30AM-11:00AM)NMAAHC Community Curation: Doretha Williams (11:00AM-11:30AM)Keynote Address: "One Race: The Human Race" By Emmanuel Kulu (12PM-1PM)Afro-Latino Dance: Fanny Olaya (1PM-2PM)Documentary: "A Shot Rang Out" By Tala Harden & Dr. Nevergold (2PM-3PM)Panel Discussion: "The Gravest Crime against Humanity" w/ Kinya Baker, Selam Debs, Chey Winston, Janart Addo (3PM-4PM)Special Guest Performance By: DJ Ilmatic, Womba Africa, David Jonathan & the Inner city Bedlam, Henri Mohammad, Ekua, Vibrant Strings, Big Kulu, Macnz Marvellous, Novas Groove, and many more... (4PM-6PM & 7PM-8PM)Fashion Runway by: African Fashion Week Toronto meets Buffalo w/ Grace Modi (6PM-7PM)Live Art & Art on Display throughout the event: Julia BottomsNOTE: To be a Food Vendor, Merch. Vendor, or Sponsor send your inquiry to: aaaria.info@gmail.com.MODELS, HAIR & MAKEUP ARTIST INTERESTED? Please send inquiry to: gracemodibooking@gmail.com*THIS IS A FREE EVENT BUT ALL ATTENDEES MUST REGISTER!SEE OUR SPECIAL PROGRAMS BELOW: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/f4e47ee0-9043-11f1-a33a-f7150662a5aa-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/f4fdfa50-9043-11f1-bae3-ff7b876e3a8d-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8e8d8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/f51293c0-9043-11f1-a33a-f7150662a5aa-rimg-w740-h740-dce8e8d8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/f5257f80-9043-11f1-88dc-e3856eb2568f-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/f53b2a60-9043-11f1-88dc-e3856eb2568f-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/f54cb690-9043-11f1-bae3-ff7b876e3a8d-rimg-w740-h740-dc582828-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/f55edf00-9043-11f1-88dc-e3856eb2568f-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/f56e6f60-9043-11f1-bae3-ff7b876e3a8d-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/f58308d0-9043-11f1-a33a-f7150662a5aa-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/f5983e80-9043-11f1-a33a-f7150662a5aa-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/f5a84410-9043-11f1-bae3-ff7b876e3a8d-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/buffalo/afro-sankofa-festival/100001591585367679 - **Event Categories**: festivals, art, business, sports, fashion, workshops, music-festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 11 hours - Location: Buffalo AKG Art Museum - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Buffalo - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Buffalo AKG Art Museum - **lat**: 42.93245 - **long**: -78.875618 - **full address**: Buffalo AKG Art Museum, 1285 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: AFRO-SANKOFA FESTIVAL - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/5624357977b4a2f49364d6acb4e27b7a3aa62de21c4138f249b19c5d7e2300fd-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc010101-gmir.jpg?v=1757274739 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is AFRO-SANKOFA FESTIVAL being held? - **A:** AFRO-SANKOFA FESTIVAL takes place on Fri, 07 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Fri, 07 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Buffalo AKG Art Museum, 1285 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing AFRO-SANKOFA FESTIVAL? - **A:** AFRO-SANKOFA FESTIVAL is organized by Emmanuel Kulu, Jr.. - **Q**: Who is this event for? 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