From live music and dance to African and Caribbean food, fashion and family activities, the Black History Wales Music Festival is bringing people together for a special celebration in Cardiff this November.
There is something wonderful about music bringing people together. It crosses generations, connects communities and gives people a chance to celebrate where they come from. And this November, Cardiff will be doing just that as the Black History Wales Music Festival 2026 takes over Y Plas, Cardiff University Students’ Union.
Presented by Race Council Cymru in collaboration with Afrowales, the festival takes place on Friday, 13 November, and promises an evening filled with music, creativity, culture and community. More than just another event on the Cardiff calendar, it is an opportunity to celebrate the Black communities, artists and creative voices helping to shape contemporary Wales.
The celebrations kick off from 6pm to 9pm with a free, family-friendly programme. Families and visitors of all ages can enjoy children’s activities, community performances, cultural experiences, food and independent stalls. It is a chance to bring everyone together, enjoy different cultural experiences and spend time discovering what local communities and creatives have to offer.
Then, from 9pm until midnight, the focus shifts to the music!
The evening performance programme will feature Chop Life Crew, Ify Iwobi, Seraphyre and CKÁ, alongside other performers and artists contributing through Tân Cerdd. With a mix of exciting performances and contemporary Black music, there will be plenty to keep the energy going throughout the night.
And if you’re someone who loves discovering new food, fashion and creative businesses, there is even more to look forward to. Visitors can explore African and Caribbean food, independent fashion and creative stalls, making the festival about much more than what happens on stage. It’s an opportunity to discover local talent, support independent businesses and connect with people from different backgrounds.
At the heart of the festival is a celebration of Black music made and experienced in Wales, recognising the artists, sounds and communities that are contributing to the country’s evolving cultural landscape. By bringing performers, local creatives, students, families and community organisations together, the organisers hope to create a space where these stories and talents can be seen, heard and celebrated.
The festival is funded by the Welsh Government through Creative Wales and Cardiff City Council, whose support will help to bring the event to life and champion the Welsh music programme and the creative talent behind it. It also reflects the work of local partners and community networks in bringing people together for an event that welcomes different generations.
Whether you’re coming for the music, looking forward to trying some African and Caribbean food, browsing the independent stalls or simply spending time with friends and family, there is something to enjoy.
So, if you’re in Cardiff on Friday, 13 November, why not make a night of it? Bring your friends, bring the family and come ready to celebrate the music, culture and creativity that make Wales such an interesting place to be.
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