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WELCOME TO DANCEAFRICA MIAMI
Celebrating Africa. Connecting the World.
DanceAfrica Miami is a cultural bridge bringing communities together through dance, drum, music, education, and celebration. Experience world-class artists, hands-on workshops, family programming, marketplace vendors, and unforgettable performances rooted in African and diasporic traditions.
Global Community
Uniting people from around the world through African arts and culture.
Rich Traditions
Honoring the beauty, depth, and diversity of African heritage.
Powerful Impact
Creating connection, education, and pride through the arts.
3 DAYS. 10+ Classes. GLOBAL ARTISTS.
ONE UNFORGETTABLE CULTURAL EXPERIENCE.
3
Days
10+
Classes
10+
Artist
5+
countries
FREE
Children's
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LEARN. MOVE. BE INSPIRED.
Three Days Of Mastery
All workshops at Florida Memorial University. Schedule and artists subject to change.
Dance
Drum & Music
Children & Family
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Fitness & Wellness
Culture & History
Learn from renowned native artists and master teachers representing traditions from Africa and the Diaspora.
Meet the Culture Bearers
LEARN. MOVE. BE INSPIRED.
Mouminatou Camara
🇬🇳 Guinea
Dance
Fri · Sun
Nafi Diabate
🇬🇳 Guinea
Dance
Sat · Sun
Marisol Blanco
🇨🇺 Cuba
Dance
Sat
Aboubacar Sylla
🇬🇳 Guinea
Djembe
Sat
Youssouf Koumbassa
🇬🇳 Guinea
Dance
Sat · Sun
Rujeko Dumbutshena
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
Dance
Sat
Mabiba Baegne
🇨🇩 Congo
Dance
Sat
Fode Bangoura
🇬🇳 Guinea
Djembe & Dundun
Sun
Nko Fallou
🇸🇳 Senegal
Adama Tall
🇸🇳 Senegal
Magatte Sow
🇸🇳 Senegal
Aboubacar Camara
🇬🇳 Guinea
Babacar Mbaye
🇸🇳 Senegal
Dance
Sat · Sun
Barikissa Coulibaly
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
Dance
Sat
Kosi Williams
🇺🇸 USA
Dance
Fri
Sheila Alexander
🇺🇸 USA
Shekere
Sat
Ismael Bangoura
🇬🇳 Guinea
Djeneba Sako
🇲🇱 Mali
Dance
Fri · Sun
Souleymane Sana
🇲🇱 Mali
Dance
Sat · Sun
Aboubacar Soumah
🇬🇳 Guinea
Djembe & Dundun
Fri · Sun
Cheikh Ndong
🇸🇳 Senegal
Abdoulaye Diop
🇸🇳 Senegal
Children’s Village
A joyful space for young learners to experience culture, creativity, movement, and community.
Saturday August 1 · 12:00pm – 3:00pm · Free
12:00 – 1:00pm
African Folktale & Craft
Stories and hands-on crafts rooted in African traditions
1:00 – 1:45pm
Children's Dance
Introduction to West African dance movements for all ages
2:00 – 2:45pm
Children's Drum
Learn rhythm and percussion in a fun, guided setting
2:45 – 3:00pm
Mask Stories
The meaning and magic behind African ceremonial masks
Shop the Marketplace
Discover cultural vendors, handmade goods, food, art, clothing, and community businesses.
Traveling to Miami? Start Here.
Venue Location
Florida Memorial University
15800 NW 42nd Avenue
Miami Gardens, FL 33054
Hotel & Stay Info
Recommended lodging and nearby accommodations.
Airport & Transportation
Helpful travel details for visitors flying in.
Things to Know
Parking, arrival time, accessibility, and festival tips.
Help Us Preserve, Celebrate, and Share the Culture.
Support the Legacy.
Fuel the Future.
All workshops at Florida Memorial University. Schedule and artists subject to change.
Your support helps preserve cultural education, uplift artists, expand family programming, and keep African arts accessible to the South Florida community.
