Go Africa Carnival 2021 (7/10/2021)

216 West 116th Street,New York NY 10026

10 July, 2021

Description

Go Africa Carnival 2021 (7/10/2021) you must self register for this event  Highlights for this year 2021   Themes for this year are unique, innovative & fresh Celebrating African, African-American & Caribbean cultures from all parts of the world  This year’s Carnival  bring new artists up to 3 stages throughout both days of the event thus providing something fresh and exciting for all New Yorkers.  The Go Africa Master Chefs will be on 8 grills cooking up African, Caribbean, and American specialties for the duration of the street festival.  The Go Africa Master Chefs will be cooking it up in addition to the other featured food merchants at the street Festival to increase your food choices and eating pleasures.  We will also be selling Beer, Wine and special beverages during the event.  https://goafricacarnival2021.eventbrite.com https://goafricacarnival2021.eventbrite.com  There will be three (3) stages showcasing dance, art, music and dress from various regions throughout Africa and the Caribbean with direct participation from the African community & Cultural groups, consulates and embassies from the city’s five boroughs an NY Region.    Grand Marshall  & Master of Ceremonies We are proud and honored for the Go Africa Carnival 2021  to announce the Following:  The Honorable Gale Brewer, Manhattan Borough President will serve as the Grand Marshall for this marque event  https://goafricacarnival2021.eventbrite.com   Special Honorees from the Community (TBA): We are proud recognize and Honor the following individuals during the street Festival for their distinguished years of service to the African and African-American community throughout the years:   Supporters & Sponsors “This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.” We are proud and honored for the Go Africa Carnival 2021  to be supported by the following individuals groups and organizations: The Consulate General of Senegal New York city Department of Cultural Affairs NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio Association Nationale Des Senegalais D Amerique Inc. U.S. Congressman, Adriano Espaillat The office of Manhattan Borough President NYS Governor, Andrew Cuomo NYS assembly Speaker, Carl E. Heastie (Honorary Chairman of the Go Africa Harlem 2017 Street Festival) Manhattan Borough President’s immigrant task force (Alassane  Diop) Manhattan Community Board 10 The Delegate General of Cote d’Ivoire Ambassador of Guinea,  & the Consulate General Guinea  NYC Councilman, Bill Perkins New York State Governor, Andrew Cuomo The office of Bronx Borough President The Honorable Imam Souleimane Konate of Masjid Aqsa Mosque The Honorable Dr. Michael A. Walrond Jr. Senior Pastor, First Corinthian Baptist Church The Honorable Assemblyman Michael Blake – Assembly District 79 The Honorable Assemblywomen Inez Dickens - – Assembly District 70 (District where the events will take place)  The African Advisory Council of the Bronx Borough President  The Honorable Professor Michael John Downie, Chairman, Arts & Culture Committee, Manhattan Community Board 10 IDNYC CUNY Citizenship Now!    Contact Information    Visit GoAfricaCarnival.org for more information.   https://goafricacarnival2020.eventbrite.com CONTACT: The Go Africa Carnival 2020  will take place on 7/11/2020  from 10am - 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.  for more information, visit: www.GoAfricaCarnival.org   or email [email protected] or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001  In addition, there will be visual opportunities for Media groups (Print, Radio, and TV). Please send any special media requests to [email protected] or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001 Link to the Eventbrite app for Iphone https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/eventbrite-local-events-fun-things-to-do-near-me/id487922291?mt=8     Link to the Eventbrite app for Android   https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.eventbrite.attendee&hl=en FAQs   Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? no age requirments to attend, however Government issued IDs are required for the purchase and consumption of adult beverages from any of the venues at the street festival    What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? Take the C,B Trains to 116th Street or take the 2,3 or 6 Trains to 116th street and walk east to 7th avenue   What can I bring into the event? It is suggested that you travel lightly   How can I contact the organizer with any questions? email [email protected] or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001   What's the refund policy? Terms and conditions at clearly stated for any respective ticket item purchased from this site.