# Event Details - **Event Name**: Maryland African Restaurant Week Festival 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: A Celebration of the Best of African/Black Diaspora Food and Culture - Come support Local Businesses and EntrepreneursAbout this EventEvent Includes:Enjoy food from across the diasporaMarketplace with local vendors - enjoy great deals, giveawaysTop DJ spinning the best of Afrobeats, soca, Kompa, Amapiano, R&B and moreL ive performances - cultural performances, dancing, local talents - food, fashion, home decor, self care, services and moreThis event is brought to you by and Call us at 646 643 6261 or email connect@africanrestaurantweek.com for all questionshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5mMK4zB8cIJoin foodies, culture enthusiasts, world travelers and chefs, restaurants with food and wine tastings .Enjoy food from various African countries and the Black DiasporaCome support your local businesses and entrepreneurs - featuring vendors across food, fashion, beauty, wellness, design, arts, crafts and more. #africanrestaurantweek https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/bd58cd30-acce-11f1-bbec-37f8bea94583-rimg-w1112-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Shop & Support Local BusinessesEnjoy special deals by vendorsWin prizes by vendors and our various sponsorsVendors across food, fashion, self care, home decor, services, and more https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/bd69e430-acce-11f1-bbec-37f8bea94583-rimg-w1110-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Live performances by local artistsLive DJ playing the best of Afrobeats, R&B, Soca and moreCOME SHOP, EAT & DANCE https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/bd781500-acce-11f1-bbec-37f8bea94583-rimg-w592-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg The Jollof Rice Competition celebrates the diversity of West African cuisine while bringing the community together through friendly culinary competition.Judges and public votingNigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Liberia, CameroonSign up to be a judge, nominate a judge or chef https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/bd8a3d70-acce-11f1-bbec-37f8bea94583-rimg-w811-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/bd990a80-acce-11f1-bbec-37f8bea94583-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg FAQWHO CAN PARTICIPATE?Participants would include culinary professionals (restaurants, chefs, caterers), creators and vendors selling unique items across, food, fashion, wellness, beauty, arts and more. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/bda76260-acce-11f1-bbec-37f8bea94583-rimg-w584-h740-dcf8f8d8-gmir.jpg Come support your local businesses and entrepreneurs - featuring vendors across food, fashion, beauty, wellness, design, arts, crafts and more. Supportsmallbusinesshttps://youtu.be/bGuUdaG6irQ https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/bdb7dd20-acce-11f1-bbec-37f8bea94583-rimg-w987-h740-dc989898-gmir.jpg SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PARTNERSSpecial Thanks to the Governor's Office of Communty Initiativeshttps://youtu.be/Kc7AP_JAP0s https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/bdc99060-acce-11f1-bbec-37f8bea94583-rimg-w1112-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/seat-pleasant/maryland-african-restaurant-week-festival-2026/100001315766395709 - **Event Categories**: business, festivals, food-drinks, health-wellness, contests, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 7 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 7 hours - Location: Goodwin Park - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Seat Pleasant, - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: Goodwin Park - **lat**: 38.8921062 - **long**: -76.90362089999999 - **full address**: Goodwin Park, 311 68th Pl,, Seat Pleasant,, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Maryland African Restaurant Week Festival 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/42d78e08848a00bf449bbdc213edd8e5399c4712342f32f2aaaaf819d8541e05-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1758415934 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Maryland African Restaurant Week Festival 2026 being held? - **A:** Maryland African Restaurant Week Festival 2026 takes place on Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Goodwin Park, 311 68th Pl,, Seat Pleasant,, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Maryland African Restaurant Week Festival 2026? - **A:** Maryland African Restaurant Week Festival 2026 is organized by African Restaurant Week. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at African Restaurant Week's events? - **A:** Attendees have given African Restaurant Week a rating of 4.17/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. African Restaurant Week has 211+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. African Restaurant Week has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Maryland African Restaurant Week 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 Seat Pleasant,, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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