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9th Annual Art Is Alive

September 14 @ 3:00 pm - September 20 @ 6:00 pm
Free Event. Donations are appreciated but not required.
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Dance classes are one hour and space is limited.
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MORE THAN 20 HOURS OF PROGRAMMING OVER 7 DAYS

10 DANCE CLASSES WITH EXPERT INSTRUCTORS/CHOREOGRAPHERS DANCE STYLES

FINALE 6-HOUR BLOCK PARTY FEATURING DIVERSE CULTURAL MUSIC ARTISTS

PLUS, COMMUNITY AWARDS, AND FOOD & DRINK VENDORS

ALL FREE!

The Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation is thrilled to present the 9th Annual Art Is Alive Festival, September 14–20, 2025! 🎉  This dynamic, multidisciplinary celebration honors over 25 years of our service to the Brooklyn community and the richness of African and African diasporic traditions.

For seven unforgettable days, immerse yourself in 20+ hours of programming featuring 10 unique dance classes with celebrated instructors, a high-energy block party with five music artists, and inspiring community awards, workshops, and family activities for all ages.

More than just a festival, Art Is Alive is a week of art, culture, and connection designed to uplift the creative spirit and strengthen our collective commitment to community. Best of all, the festival is FREE and open to everyone.

Mark your calendars and join us as we celebrate culture, creativity, and community at this extraordinary event.

PRESENTED BY ASASE YAA CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: KOFI OSEI WILLIAMS
PRODUCER: MESHA MILLINGTON

SPONSOR SUPPORT BY:

THE DEPARTMENT OF NEW YORK CULTURAL AFFAIRS

NEW YORK STATE ASSEMBLY MEMBER
STEFANI L. ZINERMAN (District 56)

NEW YORK CITY COUNCIL MEMBER
CHI OSSE (District 36)

Art Is Alive is our way of thanking and uniting our community with the arts, music, and culture.

Don’t miss an inspiring multi-disciplinary community arts event that we have enjoyed presenting for the past 9 years!

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Venue

  • Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation
  • 506 Macdonough Street
    Brooklyn, NY 11233 United States
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  • Phone (646) 468-0710