About Afro Utah
Celebrating Afro heritage, unity, and diversity in Utah — a platform for cultural pride, belonging, and community empowerment.
Discover the Afro Utah Festival
The Afro Utah Festival is a dynamic cultural event dedicated to celebrating and promoting Afro culture in Utah. Organized by the GK Folks Foundation, this festival serves as a platform for individuals of African, Afro-Caribbean, Afro-Latinx, Afro-Indigenous, and African American descent to express their cultural pride and heritage.
Through music, dance, art, and dialogue, the festival fosters understanding, inclusion, and community engagement, highlighting the contributions of the Afro community in Utah and beyond.
We celebrate Africans, African Americans, Afro-Caribbeans, Afro-Latinos, Afro-Europeans, Afro-Indigenous people, Afro-Asians, Jamaicans, and all Black communities with African roots. Everyone is invited to learn, celebrate, and participate.
Fostering Acceptance and Cultural Appreciation
Unity in Diversity
Bringing together cultures from across the African diaspora under one sky.
Cultural Expression
Empowering communities to share their heritage through music, dance, art, and dialogue.
Community Empowerment
Fostering understanding, inclusion, and engagement that strengthens our bonds.
What Makes Us Special
Live Performances
Captivating live music and dance showcasing rich traditions and contemporary styles of Afro culture.
Afro-Fusion Cuisine
Diverse flavors offering a delicious blend of traditional and modern dishes from across the diaspora.
Art & Fashion Showcases
Stunning art and fashion displays celebrating the creativity and innovation of Afro artists and designers.
Community Workshops
Engaging workshops and dialogues that promote cultural understanding and community building.
Cultural Pride in Utah
In a state where Afro-descendant communities are a minority, the Afro Utah Festival provides a vital space for visibility, celebration, and connection. We believe everyone deserves to see their heritage celebrated and their contributions recognized.