Golden-hour BBQ festival with grill flames and a dancing crowd

The Kicheko Project Presents

Fire. Food. Music. Community.

Seattle's 2nd Annual Celebration of African & Diaspora Culture.

09.26.2026
1PM–7PM
MAGNUSON PARK AMPHITHEATRE, SEATTLE09.26.2026 · 1PM–7PM · MAGNUSON PARK AMPHITHEATRE, SEATTLE

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Diverse African diaspora crowd at an outdoor summer BBQ festival

Chef turning skewered meat over an open charcoal grill

Welcome to Choma Festival

Where Fire, Culture & Community Unite

The Kicheko Project is a Seattle-based nonprofit dedicated to uplifting African and diaspora communities through cultural programming, storytelling, and shared experience.

About The Kicheko Project →

Expected Attendees

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Food & Beverage Vendors

Musical Acts & DJs

Festival Experience

Five Pillars of Choma Festival

Charred grilled meat platter with smoke at an outdoor BBQ tasting

International BBQ Tasting

Curated pitmasters & chefs from the African diaspora and beyond

International street-food vendor stalls serving guests at an outdoor festival

Food Vendor Market

Local food entrepreneurs showcasing diverse global cuisines

Live Afrobeats band performing on an outdoor festival stage at dusk

Live Music & DJs

Afrobeats, jazz, R&B, and live bands headlining all day

Outdoor festival lounge with string lights and a bartender preparing a cocktail

VIP Bar Lounge

Premium cocktail experience with curated African-inspired drinks

Children laughing on inflatable bounce structures at an outdoor family festival

Kids Inflatable Zone

Safe, fun, family-friendly activities for our youngest guests

Guests navigate the festival with a Passport Menu & social prompts placed throughout the grounds.

Why Choma

Why Choma Festival

By coming to Choma, you're not just attending a festival — you're investing in the fabric of Seattle's cultural diversity.

Community First
Every decision centers the communities we serve.
Cultural Pride
Celebrating African & diaspora identity with joy and dignity.
Inclusivity
Creating belonging for all Seattleites regardless of background.

Economic Empowerment
Platforming BIPOC vendors, artists, and entrepreneurs.
Culinary Excellence
International BBQ traditions prepared by master pitmasters.
Family-Friendly Joy
A safe, welcoming space for every generation to celebrate together.

Plan Your Day

Choma Festival Schedule

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1:00 PM
Gates & Opening DJ
Afrobeats welcome set as the amphitheatre fills.
2:45 PM
Live Band Set
High-energy live performance from a Seattle diaspora band.
4:00 PM
Local Artist Showcase
Rotating vocalists and MCs from the regional scene.
5:15 PM
Amapiano DJ Set
Golden-hour dance floor on the main lawn.
6:00 PM
Headline Performance
Closing headliner — artist announcement coming soon.
6:45 PM
Closing Remarks
A last word from The Kicheko Project before gates close.