Second Homowo Festival and Business Summit
The Second Homowo Festival and Business Summit, featuring the Oobakɛ Experience, is scheduled to take place in Newark, New Jersey, United States, from October 16 to 18, 2026. This cultural and business event aims to showcase Ga culture, heritage, and traditional practices.
- Date
- Oct 16-18, 2026
- Status
- Upcoming
Event summary
Highlights
- Oobakɛ Experience
- Showcasing Ga culture, traditions, history, arts, music, food, fashion, and identity
- Engagement with Ghanaian and African diaspora
- Promotion of traditional Ga practices
A central feature of the summit is the Oobakɛ Experience, for which Naomi Borley Alabi has been appointed Curator. Her role involves providing creative and curatorial direction for the program. The Oobakɛ Experience focuses on presenting Ga culture in a contemporary, youth-oriented format while preserving its traditional foundations.
Attendees can expect an immersive cultural program showcasing Ga culture, traditions, history, arts, music, food, fashion, and identity. The event specifically aims to engage Ghanaians and the broader African diaspora, particularly younger audiences, fostering cultural connection and appreciation. The inclusion of a "Business Summit" suggests opportunities beyond cultural immersion, though specific business activities are not detailed in the available information.
Practical details
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