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African American Cultural Festival - Raleigh NC

Name: African American Cultural Festival - Raleigh NC
Address: 5 W. Hargett Street, Room 702, Raleigh, NC, 27601, US
Telephone: +19199774027

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The premiere annual Labor Day Weekend Celebration of African American culture. Fayetteville Street + City Plaza.

An annual Labor Day Weekend celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, food and community.

06/02/2026

More pix from previous Festivals! If you see yourself or someone you know, tag them. And be sure to watch for details about the 17th Annual African American Cultural Festival happening in Downtown Raleigh on Sept. 5 & 6.

05/26/2026

We're back this Labor Day weekend, Sept. 5 - 6, celebrating the 17th Annual African American Cultural Festival with the theme, "Rooted in Community; Anchored in Legacy." We are confirming our line-up of entertainers for the Main Stage and Family Village Stage, as well as our small business entrepreneurs (vendors) for food, clothing, art and more, with a few new activities. We'll release more details in coming weeks. Make plans now to attend with your family and friends, and meet us on Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh.

05/20/2026

A big thanks to folks who attended last year's festival. We hope to see you again at this year's event on Sept. 5th and 6th in Downtown Raleigh.

05/07/2026

Tonight is the vendor application deadline for the 17th annual African American Cultural Festival! Don't miss your chance to showcase your business, products, and services to thousands of festival attendees this Labor Day weekend, Sept. 5 & 6. Application and details at https://www.aacfestival.org/

05/01/2026

Demand is high, so we are extending our vendor APPLICATION DEADLINE to MAY 8th for this year's African American Cultural Festival! Now is the time to apply to join us for this incredible celebration of culture, community, and creativity that is attended by thousands of individuals every year. Don't miss out. Applications available at https://www.aacfestival.org/

04/08/2026

📣📣📣 Vendor Applications are Opening Wednesday, April 8 at 12:01 AM!

Tag your favorite vendors!

04/06/2026

IMPORTANT REMINDER
📣 AACF Vendor Overview Session will take place on TOMORROW
April 7th at 7PM!
📣 Calling All Vendors‼️‼️
Interested in showcasing your merchandise, food, or art to thousands of festival attendees this Labor Day Weekend⁉️🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏻
Our Vendor Overview Session is specifically for YOU!
Learn about our…
✨ Application process
✨ Strategies to be successful
✨ Tips on how to stand out
Vendor applications officially open on Wednesay, , April, and we want YOU to be ready‼️
✨ Limited spots available!
Spread the word… ✨✨✨
PLEASE REGISTER ‼️➡️ http://bit.ly/AACFVendors2026

04/02/2026

📣 UPDATE: Vendor Overview Session RESCHEDULED‼️

We’ve moved our Vendor Overview Session to Tuesday, April 7th at 7PM!

📣 Calling All Vendors‼️
Interested in showcasing your merchandise, food, or art to thousands of festival attendees this Labor Day Weekend⁉️🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏻

Our Vendor Overview Session is specifically for YOU!

Learn about our…
✨ Application process
✨ Strategies to be successful
✨ Tips on how to stand out

Vendor applications officially open on Wednesay, , April, and we want YOU to be ready‼️
✨ Limited spots available!

Spread the word… ✨✨✨

Register ➡️ http://bit.ly/AACFVendors2026

03/30/2026

SPOTLIGHT
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is proud to SPOTLIGHT our very own, Donna-maria “Dia” Harris!

Deeply committed to cultural celebration and community service, Dia has served on the Governing Board of the African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County since 2020 and currently serves as Vice Chair, helping to uplift and celebrate African American heritage and community pride. This community event is the largest Labor Day festival on the East Coast with upwards of 50,000+ attendees yearly.

Dia is an accomplished communication leader, community advocate, and champion for cultural engagement with more than 25 years of experience connecting communities through strategic storytelling and public service. As Public Affairs Director for the North Carolina Department of Revenue, she leads innovative communication efforts that educate and strengthen transparency and public trust across the state.

Dia’s career spans impactful roles in broadcast, with the City of Raleigh Police Department, and the City of Raleigh Office of Sustainability, where she advanced initiatives that promoted public safety, environmental awareness, and meaningful community dialogue. A dedicated leader in youth empowerment, she is the Founder and former Board Chair (2004–2018) of TeenFest Foundation, a nonprofit that developed young leaders through arts and focused on violence reduction and drug prevention programming.

An award-winning communicator, educator, and mentor, Dia continues to inspire through her leadership, service, and dedication to empowering voices—making her a powerful example of impact in honor of Women’s History Month.

02/04/2026

Join us at this free, family-friendly community event celebrating the culture.

Address

5 W. Hargett Street, Room 702
Raleigh, NC
27601

Opening Hours

Friday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	1pm - 10pm

Telephone

+19199774027

Website

http://www.aacfestival.org/, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/la-creme-the-luminous-affair-tickets-985906903087?utm-campaign

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