Festival Sundiata presents Black Arts Fest Festival Sundiata presents Black Arts Fest
August 22 – 23 | 1-8 PM PT
Seattle Center Armory, Mural Amphitheatre, and Fisher Pavilion
FREE
Join us for a citywide family reunion!
Festival Sundiata, the Pacific Northwest’s longest-running African American festival, returns to Seattle Center for an entertainment-packed weekend. Guests of all ages are invited to celebrate the rich tapestry of Black culture and explore the incredible contributions of people of African descent.
PERFORMANCES
Catch powerful musical performances by national headlines and top talent, including Minneapolis funk rock legend Morris Day and The Time, Zimbabwean-American hip hop artist Draze, Michael Hepburn from Portland’s Pleasure, plus The Throwbacks, Celestine Berrysmith, Cer2fied, Lady Mercedes, Pacific Northwest Community Gospel Choir, Double Dutch Divas, and more!
ACTIVITIES
Explore interactive programming inside the Seattle Center Armory, including dynamic visual art installations, immersive cultural experiences, and kid’s activities hosted by the Seattle Children’s Museum.
New this year is the inaugural Skate Sundiata, which is transforming Fisher Pavilion into a roller rink, with skaters of all levels rolling and gliding to a live DJ.
FOOD & MARKETPLACE
Savor a delicious variety of foods and treats, plus shop goods and services from a wide range of local businesses and community organizations.
