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African Heritage Weekend Celebration Closing Ceremony
African Heritage Weekend Celebration Closing Ceremony
February 8, 2026
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
201 E Franklin Ave, El Paso, TX 79901
Venue: El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center
Admission: FREE

Join us for the African Heritage Week Closing Cultural Celebration, a vibrant afternoon honoring African heritage, Black history, and community through culture, movement, and fashion. The celebration will feature remarks from El Paso Mayor Renard Johnson, the city’s first Black mayor, alongside community leaders and cultural voices. Guests will enjoy traditional and contemporary cultural dancing, live performances, and African-inspired fashion presentations celebrating heritage, creativity, and global connection. This family-friendly event invites the community to come together in unity to celebrate culture, support Black-owned businesses and organizations, and close African Heritage Week with joy, expression, and pride.

Contact Name: Aixarret Hernandez

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Contact Phone Number: 9158732219

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