ASHÉ ROOFTOP
FESTIVAL & GALA
This year, we're bringing the celebration home to Ashé Cultural Arts Center on the historic Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard, and we can't wait to welcome you.
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The ASHÉ ROOFTOP FESTIVAL & GALA is a celebration of the African Diaspora across beautiful rooftop spaces in New Orleans.
Experience the African Diaspora in the sky!
THE FESTIVAL
THE FESTIVAL
Saturday, October 17, 2026 | Enter a world of cultural majesty right under the open sky at the Ashé Rooftop Festival! Experience art, wellness, and social justice themed rooftops featuring performances from your musical favorites, mouthwatering foods, signature cocktails, thought-provoking discussions, interactive installations, and much more!
THE ROOFTOPS
THE MAIN ROOFTOP
Join us at our Main Rooftop for a full day of the African Diaspora in the sky! We’re taking the journey from our roots and hymns, to the beats and raps that define our culture. Catch some of your favorite DJs, spoken word poetry, headlining performances, food, clothing, art vendors, and more!
THE WELLNESS ROOFTOP
Take a moment to pause, breathe, and relax with health and wellness activities, resources, healthy bites, and mindfulness meditation led by Ashé’s I Deserve It community health workers and Sistahs Making A Change. Experience the transformative power of self-care in our community, because you deserve it!
THE SOCIAL JUSTICE ROOFTOP
Come out for inspiring performances and empowering Art of Conversation discussions elevating the various social issues impacting our community with artists, local leaders, and organizers.
THE GALA
THE GALA
Friday, October 16, 2026 | Join us above the city at our Rooftop Gala, where we're taking Afrochic to new heights! Expect an evening incorporating the culture, art, food, and vibes of the African Diaspora.
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