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Celebrating Dayton's Black culture, together, one festival at a time.
August 21 & 22, 2027 | Location and schedule to be announced
Music, culture, faith, and food: two days that bring the Miami Valley together. This site is here to make it easier to find, join, and support.
The Dayton African American Cultural Festival brings live R&B, gospel, and jazz to the main stage, cultural and educational showcases to the African Village, and rising acts to the Millennial Stage, all in one family-friendly weekend, with food and merchandise vendors woven throughout the park.
The second day, Gospel Explosion, turns toward reflection and gratitude: a shared church service and gospel performances honoring the community's blessings and ancestors, alongside more food and vendors.
This site exists to give the festival a home online, a clear, welcoming place where visitors can find what they need and where volunteers, vendors, and sponsors can reach out directly.
The festival spreads across the park in a handful of dedicated areas, each with its own reason to visit. Stage times and performers will be posted here as soon as the festival releases them.
Live R&B, gospel, and jazz performances run throughout the day.
Clothing, art, and cultural and educational showcases celebrating heritage.
Music and acts geared toward younger generations and rising local talent.
Community health resources, screenings, and local organizations on site.
Local and regional Black authors sharing and signing their work.
Food, merchandise, and market vendors set up throughout the park all weekend.
A look back at the music, the costumes, the food, and the people who make the weekend what it is.
Whether you're setting up a booth, offering your time, or backing the festival financially, there's a place for you here.
Help with setup, hospitality, or day-of coordination. No experience needed, just show up ready to help.
Sell food, art, or goods at the festival. We'll walk you through space, fees, and what to bring.
Support the festival financially and get your organization in front of thousands of attendees.
Pick the option that fits, fill it out, and someone from the festival team will follow up.