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Goombay Festival: Back to Our Roots

September 5 - September 7

FREE
Goombay Festival

The Goombay Festival was created in 1982 to celebrate the richness and diversity of the African diaspora and Asheville’s African American community.

The YMI Cultural Center is proud to host this weekend festival, which attracts thousands to downtown Asheville each year. This free, family event connects the community and showcases Black culture, art, food, and entertainment. 

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Details

Start:
September 5
End:
September 7
Cost:
FREE
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Website:
https://www.ymiculturalcenter.org/events/goombay-festival-2025

Organizer

YMI Cultural Center
Phone
828-617-9001
Email
info@ymiculturalcenter.org
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Venue

Pack Square Park
121 College Street
Asheville, NC 28801 United States
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We welcome submission of Western North Carolina events focused on our heritage themes of mountain music, crafts, foodways, outdoors and Cherokee culture. Please submit two weeks in advance.

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