We welcome you to AfroKC festival’s dynamic performances, engaging interviews with featured panelists, artists and honorees, and the powerful story of how African and Afro-diasporic contributions have woven themselves into Kansas City’s cultural fabric
Saturday day, June 7 | 6PM – 10 PM | Kansas City Plaza Unity Temple
As part of Juneteenth month, AfroKC is proud to present its flagship one-day celebration, AfroKC Festival 2025. A vibrant gathering where the spirit of Africa and its global diaspora converges in the heart of our city.
What to Expect
Live Music & Dance: From pulsating Afrobeat and highlife to Percussion drumming and fusion, feel the rhythms that move continents.
Fashion Showcase: A vibrant fashion showcase highlighting stunning creations from local area designers, celebrating African heritage through modern and traditional styles.
This years designers include:
Authentic Flavors: Savor West African jollof, East African samosas, Afro-Caribbean jerk chicken, and modern soul-food twists from local chefs.
Art & Fashion Market: Engage with artisans and designers showcasing bold Ankara prints, Kente weavings, Afro-Chic streetwear, and multimedia installations.
Community Spotlight: Discover how African, Afro-diasporic, Afro-Caribbean, African-American, and Afro-Asian entrepreneurs and nonprofits are shaping Kansas City’s future.
Cultural Engagement: Storytelling circle, Cultural Thursday workshop, cultural arts and a special youth performance stage.
AfroKC 2025 Non-Profit Recipient:om this year’s AfroKC will go to HealthEd Connect, supporting health and education in underserved communities. We’re proud to contribute to their impactful mission.