Afro Eats and Beats 2026 | Sunday 24 May

A Vibrant Celebration of African Food, Culture and Community

Sunday 24 May 2026  ·  9am – 4:30pm  ·  Paddy's Flemington

Free Entry  ·  $2 Parking  ·  All-Weather Undercover Venue

Eat It. Dance It. Celebrate It. Africa.

Afro Eats & Beats is back and this May we're celebrating Africa Day in style. Set against the buzzing backdrop of Paddy's Flemington Sunday Markets, this is a full-day feast for your senses: sizzling African street food, electrifying performances, traditional dance and the warmth of African community culture, all under one roof.

From Nigeria to Ethiopia, Ghana to Kenya, Zimbabwe to Sierra Leone. Experience the diverse tastes, sounds and stories of the Mother Continent. Whether you're part of the African community, African-curious, or simply looking for a great day out, there's a place for you here.

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What's On

🍖 Authentic African Food Stalls

Explore a marketplace of flavours from across the continent. From rich slow-cooked stews and fufu to jollof rice and suya skewers, your ultimate African food crawl starts here.

🎵 Live Band & DJ

Feel the energy all day long with live music and a DJ keeping the atmosphere electric. From soulful acoustic sets to high-energy Afrobeats, the soundtrack never stops.

💃 Traditional African Music & Dance

Representing nations and traditions from across the continent, these performances bring culture to life on stage.

👨‍🍳 African Cuisine Cooking Demonstrations

Watch talented cooks bring authentic African dishes to life, live on stage. Learn the techniques and hear the stories behind the food.

💇 Hair Braiding Experiences

Sit down, relax and experience the artistry of traditional African hair braiding. A cultural tradition and one of the highlights of the day.

🛍️ African Fashion & Retail Market

Browse vibrant African fashion, vitenje fabric, handcrafted goods and unique finds you won't discover anywhere else in Sydney.

Plan Your Visit

📅 Date: Sunday 24 May 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00am – 4:30pm
📍 Venue: Paddy's Flemington, Sydney
🎟️ Entry: FREE
🚗 Parking: $2 per vehicle
🌧️ Weather: All-weather, fully undercover

On the Day

9:00am – 4:00pm    MC, Music & Karaoke
10:00am – 11:00am    African Dance Workshop
11:00am – 1:00pm    Live Band
1:00pm – 3:00pm    DJ Set