City of Iowa City, IA
08/18/2026 | News release | Distributed by Public on 08/18/2026 11:21
Africa Fest coming to Downtown Iowa City Sept. 26
The City of Iowa City is proud to sponsor the African Festival of Arts and Culture, to be held from noon to 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, in the Downtown Iowa City Ped Mall.
The festival celebrates the continent's diversity of cultures and the people who have come from Africa to make the Iowa City area their home.
The celebration features the Parade of Nations fashion show, a performance by the 16-piece musical group Afroband243, additional dance and musical performances, food, art vendors, and more.
The festival is perfect for all ages! There is no cost to attend; vendors will be selling goods and food at the festival.
To learn more about the festival, visit their website.
Event organizers are looking for volunteers. If you are interested, please sign up to volunteer online.
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