
DanceAfrica
When:
May 22, 2026 to May 25, 2026
Where: Brooklyn Academy of Music, 30 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, New York, United States
Category: Community & Culture
Official Website:
https://www.bam.org/danceafrica
Get ready to feel the rhythm in your bones at DanceAfrica, the nation’s largest celebration of African diasporic dance and music, kicking off summer with an unforgettable cultural extravaganza. Anchored by the heart-pounding performances of Uganda’s Ndere Troupe, this beloved Memorial Day weekend tradition takes over the Brooklyn Academy of Music with an exhilarating mix of movement, film, and visual art. Beyond the stage, the iconic outdoor bazaar immerses your senses in a vibrant global marketplace bursting with mouth-watering food, stunning crafts, and fierce fashion. Grab your tickets and join a community united by joy, history, and the pulse of the diaspora for a soul-stirring four-day weekend you will not want to miss.