Davido to headline Afro Music Fest at Ice District

Davido performs a medley at the BET Awards on Sunday, June 25, 2023, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark Terrill)

Afro Music Fest is coming to Fan Park at Ice District.

The festival is Edmonton’s celebration of Afro-Caribbean culture, community, and music.

The event fosters the diverse spirit, rhythm and energy of Africa and the Caribbean.

The festival aims to gather people of all backgrounds to enjoy lively dances, performances and talent from across the African and Caribbean communities.

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Set to headline the event is global sensation and Grammy nominee, Davido, who has earned over 30 international awards and over 2.6 billion streams worldwide.

All ages are welcome.

A diverse range of vendors offering delicious cuisine will also fill the corners at the festival and people are encouraged to sample all aspects of what is provided.

Davido is set to perform Friday, August 15.

Tickets are available on Ticketmaster.