Ann Arbor African American FestivalÂ
28th Annual
June 7, 2025
About Our Festival
The African American Downtown Festival was founded by Lucille Hall Porter, who was also the founder and director of the Community Leaning Post, a nonprofit organization that helped disadvantaged youth and families. The festival was organized to help remember the contributions of those black business leaders and is held in Ann Arbor’s Historic Black Business District.
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Today the festival is organized by NANBPWC, Inc.-Ann Arbor Club, MCEC and the AADF Committee, the traditional event aims to cater to all ages. Expect live band performances; jazz, pop and dance music. Mascot characters will also be present to keep spirits high. Vendors sell lemonade, BBQ, jewelry, handmade arts, clothing, books and various beauty products. Non-profit organizations share their services and missions with attendees of all ages.
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We have spent the last 28 years celebrating diversity in southeast Michigan, come out and join us this year on Saturday June 7, for the 28th Annual African American Festival!
THE 2025
A2 AFRICAN AMERICAN FESTIVAL
More Amazing Performers
Take a look at some of the other performers and activities featured at the Ann Arbor African American Festival. It promises to be an amazing experience!
Morning Hosts
9am-noon :
Jackie Lynn/Trische'
Mid-day Hosts
Noon-3pm:
Afternoon Hosts
3pm-6pm:
Radio Personality,
"Tune-Up Man"
Comedian "T-Barb"
Jackie Lynn
Live Local DJ's:
DJ Helluva & DJ G-Nice
Stage Production:
Rogers Entertainment
Save The Date
June 7, 2025
AADF is held annual on the 1st Saturday in June!!!
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