AfrobeatsFEST 757
WHY IT'S HERE
Premier Afrobeats festival in the Mid-Atlantic, brings African diaspora music programming to the Hampton Roads region with performances, food, and cultural activations.
AfrobeatsFEST 757 is an annual festival held in Norfolk, Virginia celebrating Afrobeats music and African diaspora culture in the Hampton Roads region. The three-day festival features live performances from established and emerging Afrobeats, Amapiano, and Afro-fusion artists, alongside DJ sets, African and Caribbean food vendors, fashion presentations from African designers, and community programming. The festival has grown rapidly and has positioned itself as the premier Afrobeats event in the Mid-Atlantic, drawing attendees from Washington DC, Maryland, North Carolina, and the broader region.
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