The three-day festival will bring together some of Africa’s biggest music stars alongside leading American hip-hop artists at the Northwest Stadium Complex.
Washington, D.C. (Running Africa) — Afro+ Fest 2026 has unveiled a blockbuster lineup for its upcoming Labor Day weekend celebration, with Davido, Wizkid, and Tems set to headline one of the largest African music festivals in the United States.
The three-day festival will take place from September 4–6 at the Northwest Stadium Complex, bringing together leading African artists and some of America’s biggest hip-hop stars in a showcase of the growing global influence of African music.
Star-Studded Lineup Celebrates African Music
Joining the headline trio is an impressive roster of artists representing the diversity of the continent’s music scene, including:
- Tiwa Savage
- Ayra Starr
- Adekunle Gold
- Olamide
- Sarkodie
- Bien
- Flavour
- Musa Keys
- Ruger
- Young Jonn
The lineup spans multiple genres, including Afrobeats, Amapiano, highlife, and Afro-soul, reflecting the continued evolution and international appeal of African music.
Top U.S. Hip-Hop Artists Join the Festival
Afro+ Fest will also feature performances from several leading American hip-hop artists, including:
- Lil Baby
- Latto
- Sexyy Red
- Chief Keef
The combination of African and American performers highlights the increasing collaboration between Afrobeats and mainstream U.S. hip-hop, a trend that has accelerated in recent years as African artists continue to dominate global streaming charts and international festival stages.
African Music Continues Global Rise
The announcement comes as African music enjoys unprecedented international momentum following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where artists including Burna Boy and Tyla played prominent roles in the tournament’s official entertainment program.
With Afrobeats continuing to expand its global audience, festivals such as Afro+ Fest have become key platforms for showcasing Africa’s musical talent while strengthening cultural connections between Africa and the diaspora.
Tickets Now Available
Organizers have confirmed that tickets for Afro+ Fest 2026 are now on sale, with thousands of music fans expected to attend the Labor Day weekend event.
As African artists continue to shape the global music landscape, Afro+ Fest 2026 is poised to deliver one of the year’s biggest celebrations of African culture, music, and entertainment in the United States.
