Join us for the biggest celebration of Congolese culture in Minnesota! The 18th Annual Congolese Heritage Festival brings together thousands of community members and friends for a spectacular day of music, dance, food, fashion, and art.

Festival Highlights

  • Live Performances β€” Traditional and contemporary Congolese music featuring local artists and special guests from across the diaspora
  • Dance Showcase β€” Ndombolo, Soukous, and traditional provincial dances performed by community dance troupes
  • Food Court β€” Authentic Congolese cuisine including fufu, pondu, makemba, liboke ya mbisi, saka saka, and much more
  • Fashion Show β€” Stunning display of Congolese fashion featuring kitenge, liputa, and modern African designs
  • Kids Zone β€” Face painting, storytelling, games, and cultural crafts for children
  • Community Marketplace β€” Local vendors selling art, clothing, jewelry, and African goods
  • Health & Resource Fair β€” Free health screenings, community organization information tables

This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. Bring your family, bring your friends, and come celebrate the richness of Congolese culture!

Volunteers needed! Contact us at info@congomn.org to get involved.