Kuumba (Swahili for “creativity”) Fest brings together community leaders, local performers and celebrities. This year, people of all ages are warmly invited to come together in-person or virtually. From gospel to hip-hop and theater to dance, Kuumba Festival presents a wide showcase of arts that celebrate Black American culture in all its variety. This three-day festival includes educational workshops, hip-hop dance and speech competitions, performances of plays, Late Night Live (San Diego’s version of Late Night at the Apollo), and as always, a gospel concert finale. An African Market Place featuring arts and crafts by local vendors takes place at the Lyceum Theatres. Schedule • Thursday, February 24 at 4 p.m. - Festival opening: Black Artist Reception and Party with a Point. • Friday, February 25 evening: Annual Night of Positive Images honoring and celebrating Black ancestry and community. • Saturday, February 26: Drumming and dance performances and workshops and a spoken word poetry competition. • Sunday, February 27: Panel discussion about Media & Arts' role in continuing the call for Justice and Equity as well as Hot Gospel Play and Gospel Concert. See full description of events here. Date | From Thursday, February 24 at 4 p.m. through Sunday, February 27 Location | San Diego Repertory Theatre and The Lyceum Theatres Get tickets here! Festival Pass (Thursday to Sunday admission): $100 Saturday Pass: $30 Sunday Pass: $20 For more information, please visit sdrep.org/kuumba or call (619) 544-1000.
