4:30 PM – Hypnotic Brass Ensemble featuring Aquilla Sadalla

6:00 PM – DJ Music

6:15 PM – DJ-KO

6:00 PM – Setup

7:15 PM – Setup

7:30 PM – DJ Ope-Ski

8:30 PM – Public Announcement

9:45 PM – Close

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Africa International House USA, Inc. proudly presents a powerful lineup of performing artists from across the African Diaspora as part of the United Nations’ proclaimed “Decade for People of African Descent.” Join us for the 35th Annual African Festival of the Arts this Labor Day Weekend (August 30 – September 1, 2025) in Chicago!

As the nation’s largest Labor Day Weekend celebration of Black global cultures, this end-of-summer tradition draws thousands of attendees to the DuSable Museum of African American History and the Sunken Garden, located in the heart of Chicago’s historic South Side.

Step into a replicated African village and experience a full cultural immersion featuring:

• 100 curated vendors offering art, fashion, food, crafts, and more from across the Diaspora
• Two dynamic stages with nonstop entertainment, showcasing the full arc of African Diaspora music and performance
• Vibrant sights, sounds, and tastes that reflect the rhythms and spirit of African heritage

Whether you’re a culture enthusiast, a family looking for fun, or a first-time visitor—this “Tout Bagay” celebration has something for everyone! Come ready to explore, engage, and enjoy an unforgettable weekend at an affordable cost.