Umoja Fest NW at Judkins Park

Description

Umoja Fest NW at Judkins Park celebrates the best of the African American community and African Diaspora culture in the Northwest with music, food, culture, and family fun!

The festival and parade, which is coordinated by volunteers, is a two-day festival that includes musical entertainment of all varieties, a Children's Village with children’s group performances, dance, oration national recording artists, food, bargains, and plenty of fun.

Schedule:

• Saturday, August 1 | 12 - 8 p.m.
• Sunday, August 2 | 12 - 7 p.m.

“Umoja” is a Swahili word which means “unity”, is the main theme of the festival. An artistic and cultural extravaganza that uniquely touches the spirit of the community, the Umoja Fest has historically been the most unifying celebration in the community, bringing people of all ethnic backgrounds together for a celebration of culture, education, social festivities and networking.

Umoja Fest NW | Saturday, August 1 & Sunday, August 2 | Hours vary | Judkins Park | Free |