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Harlem MEET Africa HARLEM MEET AFRICA Festival

CULTURE. MUSIC. COMMUNITY. UNITY. FREE & OPEN TO ALL. Experience the magic of Harlem MEET Africa Festival. Be kind. Be respectful.

An annual, free, family-friendly music festival in the heart of Harlem. This vibrant celebration brings the cultural richness of Harlem and Africa together in an exhilarating five-hour concert featuring up to ten diverse international performers. Beyond the music, enjoy a full day of dance, educational programs, shopping, and engaging panel discussions. Join us as we build a dynamic bridge between two worlds through the universal languages of music, dance, and art. Join us for a greater impact and please leave troubles and negativity at the door.

We’re thrilled to welcome Sista Zock, a Harlem-born-and-raised Renaissance Woman, artist and storyteller whose work blen...
10/06/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Sista Zock, a Harlem-born-and-raised Renaissance Woman, artist and storyteller whose work blends spoken word, Afro Jazz, Hip-Hop and an Afro-Futuristic spirit. A proud daughter of Harlem, she brings her deep cultural heritage and community connection to everything she creates.

Come for the music. Stay for the joy. Be part of HMA.
Join us Sunday, October 18th, 2–7 PM at Marcus Garvey Park for a FREE afternoon of music, community and celebration.
Harlem MEET Africa —Meet Great Music. Meet Community. Meet Joy.
Bring your friends. Bring your family. Come meet Africa in the heart of Harlem!

Madingo Ambassadors, led by legendary Guinean guitarist Mamady Kouyate, bring decades of Guinean musical history to the ...
10/05/2026

Madingo Ambassadors, led by legendary Guinean guitarist Mamady Kouyate, bring decades of Guinean musical history to the stage. A former member of the legendary Bembeya Jazz, Kouyate later founded the Mandingo Ambassadors, led by legendary Guinean guitarist Mamady Kouyate, bring decades of Guinean musical history to the stage. A former member of the legendary Bembeya Jazz, Kouyate later founded the Mandingo Ambassadors. His musical partnership with fellow guitarist Mamady Kourouma draws deeply from the griot tradition while retaining a powerful, modern guitar-driven energy. Their almost telepathic communication is pure magic.assadors. His musical partnership with fellow guitarist Mamady Kourouma draws deeply from the griot tradition while retaining a powerful, modern guitar-driven energy. Their almost telepathic communication is pure magic.

Come for the music. Stay for the joy. Be part of HMA.
Join us Sunday, October 18th, 2–7 PM at Marcus Garvey Park for a FREE afternoon of music, community and celebration.
Harlem MEET Africa — Meet Great Music. Meet Community. Meet Joy.
Bring your friends. Bring your family. Come meet Africa in the heart of Harlem!

DJ Gale Scott (Jamaica/NYC) will keep the energy moving throughout the day, bringing her unique blend of sounds and her ...
10/05/2026

DJ Gale Scott (Jamaica/NYC) will keep the energy moving throughout the day, bringing her unique blend of sounds and her deep connection to the music and culture of the African diaspora.

Come meet the artists, discover great music, meet your community and share the joy.
Come for the music. Stay for the joy. Be part of HMA.
Bring your friends. Bring your family. Spread the word!
Harlem MEET Africa�Meet Great Music. Meet Community. Meet Joy.�Sunday, October 18th | 2–7 PM | Marcus Garvey Park

10/03/2026

HARLEM MEET AFRICA is delighted to bring Mindingo Ambassador to Harlem.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18TH | 2–7 PM | MARCUS GARVEY PARK, HARLEM | FREE
The real mandingo traditional guitar sound of Conakry, Guinea.

Mandingo Ambassadors, led by legendary Guinean guitarist Mamady Kouyate, bring decades of Guinean musical history to the...
10/03/2026

Mandingo Ambassadors, led by legendary Guinean guitarist Mamady Kouyate, bring decades of Guinean musical history to the stage. A former member of the legendary Bembeya Jazz, Kouyate later founded the Mandingo Ambassadors, led by legendary Guinean guitarist Mamady Kouyate, bring decades of Guinean musical history to the stage. A former member of the legendary Bembeya Jazz, Kouyate later founded the Mandingo Ambassadors. His musical partnership with fellow guitarist Mamady Kourouma draws deeply from the griot tradition while retaining a powerful, modern guitar-driven energy. Their almost telepathic communication is pure magic.assadors. His musical partnership with fellow guitarist Mamady Kourouma draws deeply from the griot tradition while retaining a powerful, modern guitar-driven energy. Their almost telepathic communication is pure magic.

Come meet the artists, discover great music, meet your community and share the joy.
Come for the music. Stay for the joy. Be part of HMA.
Bring your friends. Bring your family. Spread the word!
Harlem MEET Africa�Meet Great Music. Meet Community. Meet Joy.�Sunday, October 18th | 2–7 PM | Marcus Garvey Park�FREE

Lindsey Wilson is a singer-songwriter with a flair for nostalgia, blending ’70s-style urban folk rock with conscious lyr...
09/30/2026

Lindsey Wilson is a singer-songwriter with a flair for nostalgia, blending ’70s-style urban folk rock with conscious lyrics. Influenced by artists including Odetta, Richie Havens, Joni Mitchell and Joan Aratrading, her original music explores love, protest and empowerment.
Come for the music. Stay for the joy. Be part of HMA.
Join us Sunday, October 18th, 2–7 PM at Marcus Garvey Park for a FREE afternoon of music, community and celebration.
Harlem MEET Africa — Meet Great Music. Meet Community. Meet Joy.
Bring your friends. Bring your family. Come meet Africa in the heart of Harlem!

Come meet the artists, discover great music, meet your community and share the joy.Mandingo Ambassadors, led by legendar...
09/30/2026

Come meet the artists, discover great music, meet your community and share the joy.

Mandingo Ambassadors, led by legendary Guinean guitarist Mamady Kouyate, bring decades of Guinean musical history to the stage. A former member of the legendary Bembeya Jazz, Kouyate later founded the Mandingo Ambassadors. His musical partnership with fellow guitarist Mamady Kourouma draws deeply from the griot tradition while retaining a powerful, modern guitar-driven energy. Their almost telepathic communication is pure magic.
Fans of Mamady Kouyate and MANDINGA you are invited. News 12 Brooklyn
Come for the music. Stay for the joy. Be part of HMA.
Bring your friends. Bring your family. Spread the word!
Harlem MEET Africa�Meet Great Music. Meet Community. Meet Joy.�Sunday, October 18th | 2–7 PM | Marcus Garvey Park�FREE

09/28/2026

FREE EVENT — OCTOBER 18

Join Natu Camara and an incredible lineup of artists at Marcus Garvey Park in Harlem for Harlem MEET Africa.

Music. Community. Joy. And a little light. ✨

FREE FOR EVERYONE. Come be part of it!

09/27/2026

It’s a happy wet Sunday here in New York.

Let’s hope the skies open to
Harlem MEET Africa when it returns for its third edition on June 7!

After two incredible celebrations, we’re bringing African and Harlem talent back to the stage at Marcus Garvey Park for another day of music, culture, community, and joy.

This festival is built by the community, for the community—and we need you to help make it happen.

Want to be part of it? Become a volunteer, bring your energy, your ideas, and your love for Harlem.

Harlem, we are back. And we want you with us.

For information, volunteering, and to support the festival:

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