2026 Africultures
Festival
Saturday, 24th October 2026 · Sydney Olympic Park
Culture.
Connection.
Discovery.
Australia's leading African festival: an immersive celebration of sound, flavour and culture. One day only, at Sydney Olympic Park.
The Programme
One Day.
Countless
Memories.
From live performances to authentic food, cultural workshops and community stalls, Africultures brings the vibrant spirit of Africa to Sydney for one unforgettable day.
A place for everyone
No matter where you are coming from.
Nile Food Court
From suya to jollof, injera to tagine. A curated street food court bringing the flavours of the continent together in one vibrant space.
Watoto Corner
A dedicated space for children. Activities, storytelling and cultural play that lets little ones discover Africa at their own pace.
African Market Place
40+ vendors with handmade jewellery, fabrics, art and crafts from African and African-Australian makers. Shop, explore and support.
Kilimanjaro & Serengeti Stages
Two stages, non-stop performances. From headline acts to emerging artists, live music and dance run all day.
Fashion Parade
A runway celebration of African designers and fashion. Colour, print, identity and style on full display. One of the most spectacular moments of the day.
Drumming & Dance Workshops
Jump in. Learn traditional rhythms and dances in community-led workshops open to everyone. No experience needed, just the willingness to move.
About Africultures
Australia's Number One African Community Festival
Africultures Festival is a free, annual celebration of the diverse cultures, flavours, colours and sounds of the African continent. Held at Cathy Freeman Park in Sydney Olympic Park, it brings together performers, artists, food vendors, community organisations and thousands of festival-goers for one unforgettable day.
Every year, Africultures creates a space for the African community to share their heritage with thousands of people from across Australia.
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10:00am to 8:00pm
Africultures Moments
The energy, colour and community that make this festival one of a kind.