Afro & Indigenous Cultural Fest 2026
The Afro & Indigenous Cultural Festival is a free, family-friendly celebration that brings together African, Afro-diasporic, and Indigenous cultures through music, dance, food, art, storytelling, and community.
Presented by the African Heritage Music and Dance Society (AHMADS), the festival showcases local artists, businesses, cultural organizations, and traditions while creating opportunities for meaningful cultural exchange and celebration.
Everyone is welcome.
GET INVOLVED
The Afro & Indigenous Cultural Festival is made possible by the incredible people, businesses, and organizations that bring it to life. Whether you're lending a helping hand, sharing your products, or connecting with the community, there's a place for you at the festival.
Help bring the festival to life.
Sell handmade goods, art, clothing, wellness products, and more.
Registration Fee: $150 (two days)
Share your programs and connect with the community.
Registration Fee: $150 (two days)
Full Land Acknowledgement
AHMADS acknowledges that we are on Treaty 6 Territory, a traditional meeting ground, gathering place, and travelling route for many Indigenous peoples. The land on which AHMADS operates is the home of the Cree, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux, and Nakota Sioux, as well as the Métis Nation of Alberta and many other Indigenous peoples.
We recognize that Indigenous peoples have cared for and inhabited Turtle Island since time immemorial.
We honour their histories, cultures, and living traditions, and we commit to building respectful, ongoing relationships grounded in cultural exchange, understanding, and mutual respect.
Our Commitment
At AHMADS, we are committed to:
• Honouring Indigenous cultural protocols
• Creating safe and inclusive spaces for Indigenous artists
• Supporting Indigenous representation in music and dance
• Building long-term collaborations
• Listening, learning, and growing in our practices
• Ensuring our work reflects respect for the land and its peoples