2nd annual Africa Day festival celebrates culture in downtown Louisville

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Music, dance and food filled downtown Louisville Saturday as the second annual Africa Day festival drew crowds to Fourth Street Live for a celebration of culture and community.

The event featured live performances, traditional drumming and dancing, poetry and vendors offering food and cultural items as attendees moved through the space throughout the evening.

Festivalgoers danced to traditional music, browsed local vendors and took in colorful displays of traditional African attire and textiles, while performances highlighted cultures from across the continent. A fashion show also showcased cultural designs and traditional garments…

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