DanceAfrica 2026

May 22, 2026 May 25, 2026

Curated by Sarah Pagel · Last verified 31 March 2026

About this festival

DanceAfrica is a festival that celebrates African and diasporic dance and culture at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in New York. It is the largest festival of African dance and culture in the United States, featuring performances, film, classes and a bazaar.

What this festival offers

Don't lose your ears at DanceAfrica

The sound system will be unforgiving. Loop lets you hear every detail at a safe volume — no ringing on the train home.

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BAM Howard Gilman Opera House

30 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Local Currency: USD

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Last verified 31 March 2026