Lake County's Afro Fest is back! Come join us for this family event that brings the richness of the African American experience to Waukegan and its surrounding communities through culture, education and music. Come and enjoy live R&B, Gospel and Jazz performances. Merchandise and food vendors will be on site. You won't want to miss this great community event..
Check back soon as we are in the process of finalizing our line up....
We’ve got mouthwatering eats and delicious beverages located all throughout the festival so you’ll always be able to find something to satisfy your hunger or thirst.
There's a class for every vehicle and motorcycle, from the newest motorcycle to the oldest classic car. You are invited to come early and stay late for some great food, drinks and live music!
Children always have tons of fun at Afro Fest. There are many organized activities to participate in, and sometimes just relaxing on the lawn makes for the best festival moment.
Each year as a part of Afro Fest, we give away hundreds of backpacks full of school supplies to families in the community, ensuring our kids are ready for school.
Lake County’s AfroFest offers its sponsors a unique marketing opportunity that unites local business and local consumers. All major sponsors receive the following: recognition throughout the fest, name recognition in press releases and social media, and advertising logos displayed in a prominent location on the fest grounds. This high-profile event attracts over 7000 visitors. This festival is a perfect venue to advertise your business in front of thousands of local people.
AfroFest is offering some great opportunities for vendors. If you have goods to sell, our arts and crafts marketplace is just the place for you! We are also inviting food vendors to apply and offering space for non-profits & arts groups.