The annual festival, which celebrates art, music and food from across the African diaspora, returns this Labor Day weekend for its 36th edition. Head to Washington Park's Sunken Gardens for music and dance performances, vendors and cultural exhibits, and interactive workshops and family activities. Plus, indulge in African and Diasporan food and drinks.

African Festival of the Arts
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Details
- Event website:
- aihusa.org/events
- Address
- Washington Park
- 5531 S Martin Luther King Dr
- Chicago
- 60637
- Cross street:
- between 51st and 60th Sts
- Transport:
- El stop: Green to 51st or Garfield. Bus: 2, 3, 4 15, 55, 59.
- Price:
- $32
- Opening hours:
- 10am-10pm
Dates and times
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