Africultures 2019

Overview

It's fair to say that most Australians don't know as much about Africa as we should. Even saying the word 'Africa' does a disservice to this sprawling, fascinating continent that is home to 1.2 billion of our fellow earthlings. Well, the annual Africultures Festival is here to help.

A celebration of the enormous, diverse African community living right here in Sydney, Africultures will have 40 of Africa's 53 independent nations represented through art, music and food. There'll be two stages packed with artists, dancers and drummers, a food court showcasing dishes from 16 different countries, a marketplace with over 40 stalls selling clothing, fabrics, homewares, jewellery and accessories. Add drumming and dance workshops, a fashion parade and a six-a-side soccer tournament, and there's a little something for everyone.

Short of travelling there, you won't get a better taste of Africa than at Africultures. Taking place from 11am–6pm on Saturday, March 9 at Lidcombe's Wyatt Park, 2019's fest marks the event's huge 11th year. It's set to be huge in attendance as well — last year, 30,000 folks went along.

Image: Teniola Komolafe and George Zieter.