Events

Join us at community gatherings, cultural celebrations, and educational programs.

APR04

3:00 PM CongoMN Community Center

A 10-week leadership program for Congolese-American youth ages 14-21. Workshops, mentorship, SAT prep, and cultural identity exploration.

APR08

11:30 PM CongoMN Community Center

8-week beginner Lingala language course for adults and teens. Learn greetings, conversations, and basic grammar.

MAY10

4:00 PM Midtown Global Market - Teaching Kitchen

Hands-on cooking class: learn to make Liboke ya Mbisi (fish in banana leaves) with Chef Maman Josephine. All ingredients provided.

JUN30

10:00 PM Minneapolis Convention Center

Celebrate the DRC's independence with patriotic speeches, cultural performances, historical reflections, and a communal dinner.

JUL18

1:00 PM Parade Stadium

8th Annual CongoMN Soccer Tournament. Register your team or join as an individual player. Trophies, food, and community fun!

AUG15

3:00 PM Powderhorn Park

The biggest celebration of Congolese culture in Minnesota — live music, traditional dance, authentic food, fashion show, and more!

NOV14

11:00 PM InterContinental Minneapolis - St. Paul Airport

Elegant fundraising gala featuring keynote address, live auction, gourmet dinner, live music, and dancing. All proceeds support community programs.