This is not goodbye We have decided to take a break for 2018. This has been a difficult decision to make. Over the last four years, Regina AfroFest has been run entirely by volunteers. Unfortunately, many key members of the planning committee have re-located to other cities and countries. Needless to say, we’ve had an […]
When a community pulls together, great things happen! To all our festival supporters, volunteers, sponsors, performers, Board of Directors & planning committee members, two words: ENDLESS GRATITUDE!
In a few days we’re going to hook up a lucky winner with 2 passes to Regina AfroFest and dinner for two at Wild Sage Kitchen & Bar DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Conference Centre Regina official hotel sponsor. Enter by July 6, 2017
The Regina AfroFest event schedule is out. Take a look and plan your day – Saturday, July 8, 2017 | Victoria Park | 11:00 am – 10:00 pm Regina AfroFest Event Schedule-July2017
For the 4th year in a row, AfroFest is coming to Victoria Park! On Saturday, July 8 come celebrate the music, rhythms, dance, art, food and cultures of AFRICA! Get your groove on to live performances of music, drum and dance by the best international and local African artists! And then there’s all that amazing […]
Let’s get together for a night of creativity and cocktails for a great cause– please RSVP and register now!
Hello Friends of Regina AfroFest – we’ve got three exciting fundraiser events planned for 2017. Mark your calendars and grab your tickets. Thank you for your support!
There’s a theme this Black History Month, “Songs” and “Freedom”. Another special presentation brought to you by the Saskatchewan African Canadian Heritage Museum Inc. Join celebrate Black History Month and Canada’s 150th Birthday. Headliner is Measha Brueggergosman with opening performances by local Artists, Sharon-Ann Brown, Mezzo-Soprano and Matt Rapley (2007 Canadian Idol Top 5 Finalist) with […]
Join the Regina Folk Festival in celebrating Black History Month with a special feature presentation on February 14th and 15th (matinee for school children). Khari McClelland, Freedom Singer
Regina AfroFest 2017 is already off to a good start thanks to three confirmed partners, SaskCulture, Saskatchewan Arts Board and SaskTel. We can’t thank you enough for your continued support, but we’ll try. THANK YOU! MERCI BEAUCOUP!
It’s been a fantastic 2016. Here’s wishing you and your loved ones good health, peace, joy and prosperity this Christmas season and in the New Year! The best of AfroFest is yet to come. Mark your calendars Saturday, July 8, 2017
Join us on Saturday, July 9, 2016 at Victoria Park for drum and dance workshops sponsored by the Multicultural Council of Regina. We’ve also partnered with the Regina Public Library to screen African kids movies. And of course our marketplace will feature a variety of delicious food options, African fashion and other arts and crafts. […]
We can’t thank the City of Regina enough for their generous support. Great to have you aboard!
We’re just a week away from Regina’s hottest summer event! And we have an exciting line-up of live music and family-friendly events planned. We look forward to seeing you out at Victoria Park on Saturday, July 9.
To mark our 3rd year of celebrating Africa’s diverse cultures in Regina, we’re launching the first ever Regina AfroFest contest. We’re giving you a chance to come and experience Regina and the hottest summer event of the year! You only have 10 days to enter, so hurry and ENTER NOW! Presented by Regina Hotel Association
Huge shout out to some of our new sponsors!
Honoured to be sponsored by the Regina Hotel Association.
We’re pleased to announce our 2016 line-up! On Saturday, July 9, 2016, Victoria Park, downtown Regina, SK will come alive with the beats, rhythm, food and sights of Africa. This promises to be our best year yet. Learn more about the artists and sample their work. Line-up is subject to change.
Welcome to A1 Rent-Alls Party Store, sponsor of the Regina AfroFest VIP Lounge. Welcome aboard!
Regina AfroFest, Saskatchewan’s only outdoor celebration of African music and culture is back for a third year. It all started as a dream by a small group of like-minded individuals in Regina. Fast forward three years, and Regina AfroFest is still going strong! On Saturday, July 9, 2016, Victoria Park will come alive with the sights, sounds and […]
On Saturday, May 28th we’ll be at the Cathedral Village street fair on 13th Avenue promoting this summer’s hottest festival – Regina AfroFest! Drop by, grab a flyer, get your 50/50 ticket and enjoy the music and great atmosphere. We’ll also have t-shirts, print art paintings and refreshing bottled water for sale. It’s going to […]
Thanks to everyone who came out to support us and congratulations to all the winners of the night! And to all our supporters who made donations to the silent auction and raffle prizes, we can’t thank you enough for your generosity! Major shout out to Bonzzini’s for being such wonderful hosts and for the delicious […]
Date: Saturday, May 14, 2016 Venue: Bonzini’s Brew Pub 4634 Albert Street, Regina Tickets: Only $20 Call/Text: (306) 533-2727 Email: info@reginaafrofest.com
We are excited to welcome Culligan Regina as the official water sponsor of Regina AfroFest. Thanks for keeping our participants hydrated!
The summer of 2014 marked the first ever Regina AfroFest. It all started as a dream by a small group of like-minded individuals in Regina. A grant from Saskatchewan Arts Board was the breath of life that set forth the process of transforming this dream to reality. With Jump.ca coming aboard as the presenting sponsor […]
TV coverage of the very first Regina AfroFest on CTV Regina News at Six and on Global Regina Evening News. CTV Link Global Link
The president of AfroFusion Entertainment Inc., Awelana, interviews with CTV’s Chris Hodges. Awelana shares information with viewers on 2014 Regina AfroFest: event day, venue, performers, event attractions and schedule. CTV Morning Live Link
Community will celebrate roots Saturday; by Austin M. Davis Leader-Post When Awelana Akeriwe moved to Regina in 2008, she could easily count the number of other black people she saw. Now, Akeriwe doesn’t try any more – she’d lose count. The growth of the African community in the city and the rest of Saskatchewan was […]
An interview for the Sheila Coles Show on CBC Radio 102.5 FM. Promo, event information and attractions. 2014 Regina AfroFest is presented by Jump.ca.
AFROFEST Media Release, Regina SK This weekend, Victoria Park is going to come alive with the rhythms and sounds of Africa. Regina’s newest festival – Regina AfroFest – will launch on Friday, July 4, 2014 with a drum workshop at Boomtown Drums on 1801 Retallack Street 4:00 – 5:30 pm and an outdoor event on […]
An interview with Kerri Senkow on ACCESS7 Talk of the Town Show. The face and organisation behind Regina AfroFest; sharing event information with viewers and promoting the inaugural festival slated for July 4 and 5, 2014. Watch interview
Pour Faire un Monde: Radio Interview with Doris Labrie Our very first media interview. On to a good start … way to go! Listen to interview here
AFROFEST Media Release, Regina, SK 1st ANNUAL REGINA AFROFEST Presented By Jump.ca SATURDAY, JULY 5, 2014 12:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. VICTORIA PARK, ADMISSION: $15, RAIN OR SHINE Regina’s newest annual festival celebrating Africa’s diverse cultures will launch this summer. Regina AfroFest 2014 will take place on Saturday, July 5 at Victoria Park, Downtown Regina. […]