African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend

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Jody Mace

The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is an annual Labor Day Weekend celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, dance, food and community.

It is taking place August 30 and 31, 2025 and is free to attend.

Saturday: 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The festival takes place along Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh.

The festival features:

Elders’ + Community Processional
Libation Ceremony
Children’s Corner + Creativation Station
Live Entertainment + Performances
Hundreds of Art, Merchandise, + Food Vendors
Stage + Vendor Row DJs
Author readings
Storytelling
Sunday Morning Service
Tributes to AACF Pioneers
Art Spotlights
Community Conversations
Gospel Comedy Brunch
Parking near Main Stage
Reserved Seating near Main Stage

Make sure to check the aacfestival.org and the festival’s Facebook page for updates

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When

August 30, 2025 @ 10:30 am-10:00 pm

What

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Where

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Cost

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When

August 31, 2025 @ 10:00 am-9:00 pm

What

African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County

Where

Fayetteville Street, Downtown Raleigh

Cost

FREE

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Fayetteville Street, Downtown Raleigh

400 Fayetteville Street
Raleigh, NC