33rd African Street Festival continues in Jackson – WBBJ-TV

African Street Festival tents.

JACKSON, Tenn.—Day two of the 33rd Annual African Street Festival happened today in the Hub City.

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Today’s events featured events for all ages.

There was a children’s learning hut with jumpers, praise with Empowerment Church’s, Pastor Ken Daniels, African drum classes, writer’s forum, a youth talent showcase and an appearance from Miss Jackson Juneteenth.

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The festival also featured performances from both the Liberty Tech Choir and JCM High School Honors Choir.

The festival continued until 9 p.m. with live music…

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