Bendigo African Festival (BAF)

Overview

Experience the vibrant sights, sounds and flavours of Africa at the inaugural Bendigo African Festival- a FREE all-day celebration in the heart of Bendigo!

Presented by the African Music and Cultural Festival (AMCF), Australia’s largest and longest-running African cultural festival, BWAF will transform Hargreaves Mall into a lively African village experience filled with music, dance, food and culture.

✨ What to expect:
• Live African music and cultural performances
• Traditional drumming, dance, acrobatics & stilt walkers • Interactive drumming and dance workshops
• African fashion, storytelling & market stalls
• Family-friendly activities including face painting
• Some of Victoria’s best African street food

Featuring headline performances by internationally celebrated ensemble Sun of Africa and traditional West African cultural group Foday & The Culture Keepers.

📍 Hargreaves Mall, Bendigo
📅 Saturday 1 August 2026
⏰ 10am – 8pm
🎟 FREE ENTRY

Bring your family and friends and celebrate culture, community and connection this winter in Bendigo!