Black Arts 40th Anniversary Festival with Saridae
Sat, Jul 11
|City Park
Join the Colorado Celebration of African American Arts and Culture for the 40th Annual Colorado Black Arts Festival, a vibrant, three-day celebration of African American arts, culture, and community. Join Saridae at the Kuumba Stage early!
Time & Location
Jul 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
City Park, City Park, Denver, CO, USA
About the event
Join the Colorado Celebration of African American Arts and Culture for the 40th Annual Colorado Black Arts Festival, a vibrant, three-day celebration of African American arts, culture, and community. Enjoy a weekend filled with live music, visual art, cultural storytelling, and delicious food that reflects the rich traditions of the African diaspora. Take time to explore the festival grounds and support over 80 local artists, creatives, and Black-owned businesses in the marketplace. Entertainment will be ongoing across three stages, showcasing everything from traditional African drumming to jazz, hip-hop and R&B.
Join Saridae at the Kuumba Stage early!
We are excited to share that the Boogaloo celebration parade will return as part of a traditional piece of the festival. The Children’s Pavilion will offer interactive, family-friendly experiences hosted by the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, Downtown Aurora Visual Arts, Art Garage, and more. Relax in the beer garden or cool…