Downtown Franklin, Virginia

Franklin African American Festival

When: September 22, 2018, All Day

An annual family celebration of the history, culture, education, heritage and the arts of African Americans

Event Details:

2018 FAAF
Franklin African American Festival on Saturday, September 22, 2018 at Barrett's Landing Park in Franklin, Virginia. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and spend the day by the riverside at Barrett's Landing Park! Community groups are invited to showcase local talent, display educational and historical exhibits. The event offers opportunities for vendors to provide or sell a variety of commodities of merchandise and food. Vendor/Exhibit registration contracts can be obtained at the departments main office at 683 Oak Street, deadline for Vendor registration is September 15. Individual performers and groups that are interested in performing at the festival are requested to call the department for information.