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Two guests wearing traditional African garments pose for a photo on the Zoo path during African Culture Fest.

African Culture Fest

Philadelphia Zoo is partnering with Odunde365 to bring African culture and dance to the Zoo!

The event, hosted on Saturday, August 8 from 11 AM-3 PM, continues the celebration of South Philly’s Annual Odunde Festival, the largest African American street festival and celebration of its kind in the country.

Guests are welcome to attend special performances, classes and activations organized by Odunde365! The West Philly Reading Captains will also be in attendance giving out themed books during the event. African Culture Fest is included with Zoo tickets or membership.

Event Schedule

11:00am-3:00pm – Live DJ
11:00am-3:00pm – West Philly Reading Captains giving away themed books
11:00am-2:00pm – African Bracelet and Mask Making
12:00pm-12:45pm – Painting Class
12:00pm-2:00pm – African Henna
12:45pm-1:30pm – Children African Dance Performance
1:30pm-2:15pm – African Drum Class
2:15pm-3:00pm – ODUNDE365 Finale on Impala Plaza

A stilt walker poses by Impala Fountain during African Culture Fest.
Guests participate in a guided yoga session during African Culture Fest at Philadelphia Zoo.
A close-up photo of a woman making a beaded bracelet at the Zoo during African Culture Fest.
Guests receive free books from the West Philly Reading Captains during African Culture Fest at Philadelphia Zoo.