Second Annual Awards & Benefit Africa Day Gala
This year marks our 11th Anniversary!!!
Come celebrate the rich and vibrant cultures of Africa whilst contributing to a cause at our exciting event on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center.
Join us for a night of music, dance, food, and fun as we showcase the beauty and diversity of the African continent.
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Africa as we come together to honor and celebrate our heritage.
This is a great opportunity to connect with the African community in Utah and learn more about the traditions and customs that make our culture so unique. Every milestone has been made possible by the people who believe in and support our mission.
Whether you volunteer, attend our event, partner with us, donate, or help spread the word, your support makes a difference.
Support ourAfrican Heritage Festival
Your presence supports the African Heritage Festival 2026, a free family-friendly event brings together people across Utah to experience the richness of Africa through music, dance, storytelling, art, food, and fashion.
Support our Community
Your presence supports programs that uplift African descent families in Utah through cultural education, youth empowerment, community building, and connection to essential resources.
Support our Performing Troupe
Your support of the Ngoma Performing Troupe Scholarship helps empower talented youth to pursue their artistic and academic dreams while staying connected to their cultural roots.
Support our Educational Programs
Join us in making a lasting impact! Your support helps us bring African culture, history, dance, and music into schools across Utah.
This year’s theme, “Ubuntu – Celebrating Our Shared Humanity,” invites people from all backgrounds to come together in the spirit of unity, compassion, and community. This year’s gala promises a one-of-a-kind cultural experience unlike anything else in Utah.
Yvonne Nsabimana-Baraketse, Founder and Executive Director
Come celebrate the rich and vibrant cultures of Africa
Second Annual Awards & Benefit Africa Day Gala
Support Our Youth, Culture, and Community!
Join us at the Second Annual Africa Day Gala for an unforgettable night of connection, celebration, and purpose! Your presence and generosity help empower young performers, support cultural education in Utah schools, and uplift African and African-descent families through year-round community programs—including the upcoming African Heritage Festival 2026.
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Together, we can celebrate culture, honor changemakers, and invest in the next generation of leaders. Celebrate. Uplift. Give.
