
August’s A Barrel Of Fun
Let’s get easy and breezy by “summering up” with these low-cost or free events, from the Caribbean Islands to Cherry Street Pier along the Delaware River.
Let’s get easy and breezy by “summering up” with these low-cost or free events, from the Caribbean Islands to Cherry Street Pier along the Delaware River.
The 17th Annual ACANA African Festival lit up Cherry Street Pier with vibrant Afrofusion music, energetic dance, rich culinary delights, and cultural celebration.
As the second half of 2025 continues to roll by, a flurry of festivals and cultural events begins to take centre stage across the continent from August up till the month of December. These long lines of festivities and ceremonies mark significant moments for many communities, cultures, and people.
This year five African films will be premiering at the festival, a milestone that not only spotlights the continent’s vibrant storytelling but also signals a major leap for African voices on the international stage.
What is summer without the festivals, concerts, exhibitions, and other fun activities to help you soak in the sun? August is a great time to step out and enjoy some of the best events Philadelphia has lined up for both locals and those pulling up from out of town.
“The triumph of the written word is often attained when the writer achieves union and trust with the reader, who then becomes ready to be drawn into unfamiliar territory, walking in borrowed literary shoes so to speak, toward a deeper understanding of self or society, or foreign peoples, cultures, and situations.”
Let’s seize the summer. From art to fun street festivals, catch the summer wave with these cool activities. ‘
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The 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) truly marked a significant step forward for women’s football on the continent, not just in terms of on-field drama but also financially. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) substantially increased the prize money, highlighting a growing commitment to the professionalization and development of the women’s game.
One of the nation’s most prominent film festivals for Black, Brown, and Indigenous filmmakers, the BlackStar Film Festival is returning to Philadelphia this July. This annual one-of-a-kind festival has come to be recognized as a significant celebration of the visual and storytelling traditions of the African diaspora. This event not only celebrates the works of Black artists, but also of global communities of color.