Please save the date for Wakanda Celebration 2026 — the 9th Annual Free Cultural Campus Experience presented by the Luangisa African Museum and Cultural Arts Center and Luangisa African Collection (Est. 1996).

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
🕛 12 PM – 8 PM
📍 Mount Vernon, New York

This year’s theme, “One World. One People.”, celebrates the shared humanity that connects cultures across all seven continents while honoring Africa as the heart of global creativity and cultural exchange.

Join us for a vibrant day of:

• African art and exhibitions
• Fashion and cultural expression
• Music and live performances
• Cuisine and community celebration
• Authentic handcrafted works from Africa

Wakanda Celebration returns for its 9th annual gathering, transforming Mount Vernon into a dynamic cultural campus honoring African creativity, heritage, and community.

Parking & Entry Information

FREE Parking Available

Complimentary event parking will be available at:

Traphagen School
72 Lexington Avenue
Mount Vernon, NY

All attendees are encouraged to park at this location and enjoy a short, convenient walk to the Wakanda Cultural Campus.

Please note:
Parking for Wakanda Celebration attendees is exclusively available at this location.

Entry Information

Free Community Entry

Wakanda Celebration 2026 is a free community cultural experience.

We kindly ask all guests to RSVP in advance to help us prepare for attendance and ensure the best possible experience for everyone.

RSVP Today

For additional information or to RSVP, please contact:

📞 914-720-7179

We look forward to celebrating with you.

Celebrate culture.
Support artisans and artists.
Experience Wakanda.

One World. One People.

Warm regards,

Luangisa African Museum and Cultural Arts Center
Luangisa African Collection (Est. 1996)