Saturday’s music performances, slated from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the Michael Wright Mainstage, will be headlined by hip hop legend Kool Moe Dee, scheduled to perform at 7:15 p.m. Also performing Saturday: Soul Tunes; Tyrell; Derick Wilson; Y’vette “Diva” Williams; In the Pocket Show Band; TL Sims; Mississippi Red; The Deron Bell Band; Robin Shackleford; Gwen Blackstone; Luther Suede; Carnae Tha Voice; Yuh Von; and Elijah Seabrook.
Sunday’s gospel lineup, slated from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., will include such artists as: Tonya Baker; Ley Ley; Chris Betts; Jacquie Johnson Nixon; Salt of the Earth; K-Drama; Reborn; Will Kellum; and Bishop Joshua Washington and Restoration.
Saturday’s programming at the African Village Council includes a village libation, storytelling, fashion show and an African wedding vow renewal.
On Sunday in the Village area, various authors will be on-site for a book signing and discussion, and there will also be a forum devoted to female and male conversations. From 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Kids Korner, the Emerson Dance Team, DHS Drill Team and Trotwood Band will perform. A celebration of the arts and hip hop will be held on the Millennial Stage from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The festival was created to provide a space to celebrate the richness of the African American experience. It also seeks to promote culture, art, education and health awareness.
HOW TO GO
What: Dayton African American Cultural Festival
When: Saturday, Aug. 19 and Sunday, Aug. 20 from noon to 8 p.m. both days
Where: Island MetroPark, 101 E. Helena St., Dayton
Cost: Free
Info: For more information including a full schedule of events, visit www.daacf.com/index.html or Facebook
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