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Afrofest, presented by Music Africa, is North America's largest African festival, showcasing African culture and music. The event attracts an audience of over 100,000, featuring live internationally renowned music artists, dance, workshops, theatre, poetry, delicious food and other activities. Participants and spectators can expect workshops, dance groups, a children’s village and market place with over 70 vendors.

History
The first Afrofest was held in 1989 in Toronto's Queens Park attracting over 2000 residents. The festival was founded by Thaddeus Ulzen and Sam Mensah, residents Toronto at the time both originating from Ghana. After attending Toronto's Caribana, the pondered on ways to expand the publics perceptions of Africa culture and spread their love for music.

In 1990, the Mensah and Ulzen with Michael Stohr to form Music Africa, a non-profit, community organization to promote African culture and music. Music African, lead by Michael Stohr has grown Afrofest to one of the largest of its kind in the world.