African New Year
Celebration 2026
In Africa, June marks a new season and a joyful New Year. Come gather on the land, celebrate life, and honor the ancestors.
IFE Cultural Arts Center, Inc, in cooperation with Calabash Farms LLC, invites you to celebrate the season. This is a free, family-oriented event open to all. Bring your drum, your blanket, and a chair.
A Day Full of Culture & Joy
Live Drumming & Dancing
Traditional African rhythms and movement.
Jazz, Reggae & R&B
Live musical acts across genres.
Storytelling & Visual Art
Artists and griots sharing heritage.
African Fashion Show
Designers celebrating the diaspora.
Great Food
African, Caribbean, Soul & Vegan options.
Children's Activities
Family-friendly programming all day.
Join Us as a Vendor or Performer
Vendor Application
Apply to join our Artist Market or Food Court.
Performer Sign Up
We welcome African, Jazz, Reggae, and R&B acts.
THANK YOU
to Our Sponsor(s)
The Ife Cultural Arts Center is profoundly grateful for the generous support of all our partners. Your commitment is invaluable in helping us preserve, promote, and present the rich living traditions of African, African American, and Caribbean cultures for generations to come.
PhD Laboratory
Proud Community Sponsor