Event Overview
The 2025 AWA Niagara Festival is set to be a vibrant, two-day celebration! With an expected attendance of over 6,000 people, it will showcase dynamic performances, engaging workshops, artisan vendors, and rich cultural experiences.
At a Glance
Dates
August 16–17, 2025
Location
Niagara Falls, Ontario (City Hall Grounds)
MC
Esther Ijewere
Attendance
Over 6,000 people
Highlights
- Curated Craft Exhibition
- Global Cuisine
- Community Booths
- Inclusive & Welcoming
Performance Schedule
Saturday, August 16
Program12:30pm – 1:00pm
African Dance Workshop (BIG DAMZ (Ph.DJ))
1:30pm – 2:00pm
African Dance Workshop (BIG DAMZ (Ph.DJ))
2:00pm – 3:55pm
DJ Moussa – Live DJ Set
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Dahlia Anderson – Reggae Music
5:15pm – 6:15pm
Infrared Music – Calypso Music
6:00pm – 7:00pm
Lady Son – Afrobeat & Cuban Music
8:00pm – 9:00pm
Amadou Kienou – West African Music
9:15pm – 10:00pm
DJ Moussa – Global Music
Sunday, August 17
Program12:30pm – 1:00pm
African Dance Workshop (BIG DAMZ (Ph.DJ))
1:30pm – 2:00pm
African Dance Workshop (BIG DAMZ (Ph.DJ))
2:00pm – 3:55pm
DJ Moussa – Live DJ Set
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Brandon Agnew and the Night Shadows – Live Band
5:15pm – 6:15pm
Okay Camper – Live Band
6:40pm – 7:40pm
Sillasky – Live Performance
8:00pm – 9:00pm
Quincy Bullen – Live Performance
9:15pm – 10:00pm
DJ Moussa – Closing Set & Festival Wrap-Up