Africa Oyé

Written by our Partnerships Team

Last updated 20 May 2026

Europe’s largest free festival of African music and culture returns to the beautiful Sefton Park. A truly joyful, free-to-attend celebration of music, dance and food from across the African continent — an unmissable weekend for the whole family.

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