The Atlanta Afroindigenous Peoples Festival (AAPF) is a captivating weekend celebration dedicated to uplifting and honoring the rich and diverse cultures of Black, Native, and Afroindigenous communities in the South. This festival invites Black and Afroindigenous folks from all communities, shades, enrollment statuses, queer and gender identities, ages, and abilities to take part in a variety of intentionally crafted activities—all aimed at creating spaces of belonging, learning, and joy.

Day One of AAPF, Saturday, June 14th, kicks off with a screening of a powerful film titled Duality: A Collection of Afro-Indigenous Perspectives. This film features insightful interviews that uplift the rich histories of Black and Native American lineages and will be followed by a community discussion. We will then offer Powwow Dance and Gullah Geechee Sweetgrass Basket-Making workshops—both beginner-friendly. Day One culminates with Powwows & Ciphers: A Sacred Place to Be, an evening-length performance exploring Afro-Indigeneity through a fusion of Black Vernacular and Native American music and dance. Curated by Emmy-nominated dance duo Al Taw’am, the show features an exceptional cast of Black and Afroindigenous dancers. Day Two of AAPF, Sunday, June 15th, is the Afroindigenous Powwow—a historic event, as it marks Atlanta's first Afroindigenous powwow on public record. The powwow will feature vibrant exhibitions from artists, including Grammy-nominated Afroindigenous musician Mumu Fresh.