Parks & Recreation Department

39th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival - It's a family reunion. May 17-18, 2008

Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival - It's a family reunion

On Saturday and Sunday, May 17-18, the Durham Parks and Recreation Department will host the 39th Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival at the Durham Athletic Park. The theme of this year's celebration is "It's a Family Reunion." The Festival will take place at the Durham Athletic Park on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will feature and eclectic mix of music and dance celebrating African American traditions. There will also be a Bimbé Market place for visual artist exhibits and many other vendors. On Sunday the festival will continue from 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. with a host of jazz and gospel performances.

Please Remember:

  • No food or coolers are allowed at Bimbé.
  • Participants should bring their lawn chairs and blankets.
  • No alcohol is allowed at Bimbé.