# Event Details - **Event Name**: 12th Annual Khem Fest and Khem Animation Film Festival (KAFF) - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: A celebration of Black Animation, Gaming and Comic Book Creators. Join us for the Ultimate Afrofuturism Festival on September 26th.About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/HPJTulT2sjA presents is a convention, festival, and celebration. Our goal of the event is to use comic books, animation, films, and popular culture to develop youth literacy and expression through S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math). Hence, we created a festival that will feature and promote creators of comics, animation, books, film, and other media with a focus on people of color; culture, concepts, and interests. Our festival is for everyone and a diverse networking event for professionals as well as enthusiasts to aspire, inspire and appreciate people of color contributions as it relates to Popular Arts media. KHEM FEST is not limited to comics. Our events highlight other literary genres like speculative fiction, as well as video games, collectible toys and models, films/documentaries, and all other media related to the Popular Arts. will also provide relevant, engaging, informative entertainment and professional networking opportunities for the Newark community. Among the attractions provided are interactive activities which include; Animation Film Festival, Marketplace, Comic Book workshops, Panel Discussions, Screenings, and Gaming Lounge. Our organization works with its community partners to promote awareness of the competition and the many activities taking place to serve as a bridge to bring the community together.Interested in Vendng Purchased a VENDOR'S PASS. We have a few spot left.Khem Animation Film Festival/Awards ShowWelcome to 9th Annual Khem Animation Film Festival (KAFF) a new addition to the annual Khem Fest to acknowledge and celebrate the outstanding creative talent we have within Animation, VFX and Gaming industries. The Awards ceremony will take place on Saturday, September 26th 6:00 PM at Express Newark, Newark, NJ.The KAFF MISSION is to promote public awareness of animation and the opportunities for minorities within the profession.The KAFF is an independent event putting together an international competition of talented filmmakers and groundbreaking stories, from traditional hand drawing to the new century techniques of design.Our passion for animated films stimulate from being raised in the '80s with Saturday Morning Cartoons, and we want to celebrate those who create them.For more information go to http://filmfreeway.com/kaffKHEM FEST: GAME JAMFriday, September 26, 2026Khem Fest ignites with a high-energy Game Jam for high school students, co-sponsored by Express Newark, Prudential Community Programs Grant, NJIT’s International Game Developer’s Association (IGDA) Club and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). Students will collaborate under pressure to design and prototype video games inspired by Afrofuturist themes and principles, mentored by industry professionals. This day focuses on technology, engineering, and math as pathways to creation.Get your tickets for KHEM FEST GAME JAM here!! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/8e401200-a9be-11f1-ad57-411ed296ae31-rimg-w740-h740-dc383828-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/8e4d5870-a9be-11f1-ad57-411ed296ae31-rimg-w740-h740-dc180808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/8e591840-a9be-11f1-ad57-411ed296ae31-rimg-w493-h740-dc080818-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/8e66acd0-a9be-11f1-ad57-411ed296ae31-rimg-w740-h740-dc486848-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/8e7ca5d0-a9be-11f1-ad57-411ed296ae31-rimg-w1110-h740-dc486848-gmir.png - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newark/12th-annual-khem-fest-and-khem-animation-film-festival-kaff/100001989231805880 - **Event Categories**: festivals, entertainment, art, contests, business, workshops, fine-arts, literary-art, science-fair - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: under_14_with_guardian - door_time: 2026-09-26T14:45:00Z - Duration: 8 hours - Location: Express Newark - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 348.65, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Newark - **state**: NJ - **country**: United States - **location**: Express Newark - **lat**: 40.7406306 - **long**: -74.1710063 - **full address**: Express Newark, 54 Halsey St., Newark, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 12th Annual Khem Fest and Khem Animation Film Festival (KAFF) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/58eebd5124ce2e05040d4258d3d8248c09858ee4553aeeee7de0c3a67bed5a06-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc14151b-gmir.jpg?v=1778590842 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 12th Annual Khem Fest and Khem Animation Film Festival (KAFF) being held? - **A:** 12th Annual Khem Fest and Khem Animation Film Festival (KAFF) takes place on Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Express Newark, 54 Halsey St., Newark, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 12th Annual Khem Fest and Khem Animation Film Festival (KAFF)? - **A:** 12th Annual Khem Fest and Khem Animation Film Festival (KAFF) is organized by Musuyanama & PBS Media. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 12th Annual Khem Fest and Khem Animation Film Festival (KAFF) is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Newark, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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