Community
DanceAfrica 2018 Bazaar
Ashland Pl / Lafayette Ave
Bazaar Hours
Sat, May 26, 12—10pm
Sun, May 27, 12—8pm
Mon, May 28, 12—8pm
DanceAfrica’s beloved bazaar returns, featuring more than 150 vendors from around the world, offering African, Caribbean, and African-American food, crafts, and fashion. Celebrate the rich and diverse cultural heritage of Africa and its diaspora—and see the streets surrounding BAM transformed into a global marketplace.
Leadership support for BAM Community Programs provided by The Thompson Family Foundation.
Leadership support for the planning of BAM Education and BAM Community Engagement provided by The Hearst Foundation, Inc.
The 2018 vendor application period is now closed. Selected vendors will be notified by April 30.
This year’s performance offers a taste of the rhythm and spirit of South Africa, acknowledging Nelson Mandela’s centennial birthday and the contributions of freedom fighters past and present.
This traditional tribute to the ancestors features a libation ceremony conducted by the DanceAfrica Council of Elders with music, drumming, and dance performances.
This year's festival kicks off with the annual community welcome for the artists, featuring performances by students from RestorationART.
A survey of recent video work by South African artist Nandipha Mntambo.
The South African sculptor, painter, and video artist discusses her practice with the Brooklyn Museum’s Ashley James.
DJ Greg Caz brings his legendary mixes of vintage Brazilian beats to BAMcafé for DanceAfrica 2018.
Caregivers and children alike deepen their engagement with DanceAfrica in this fun-filled, hands-on workshop focusing on South African movement and music.
Participants are introduced to South African rhythmic traditions and learn the fundamentals of South African movement styles in this immersive workshop.
Be a part of the DanceAfrica community in this inclusive class, where adults of all physical abilities learn the rhythmic beats of the South African gumboot dance.