Mark your calendars — the Culture Rising Dance Conference is back, and you won’t want to miss it! Join the Kofago Institute August 21st–23rd for three days of dance, culture, and community celebrating the rich traditions of the African Diaspora.
Culture Rising is a vibrant gathering where dancers of all levels come together to learn, move, and connect. From dynamic workshops to cultural exchange and community building, this conference is a space to deepen your practice and celebrate the power of dance as a living tradition.
And here’s the best part: Culture Rising is FREE for all Bronx residents and CUNY students! We believe culture and dance education should be accessible to everyone, and we’re proud to open our doors to the community.
Our teacher line-up is coming soon — stay tuned for the talented artists and master teachers who will be leading this year’s workshops. You won’t want to miss what we have in store!
Culture Rising Dance Conference: August 21st–23rd, 2026
FREE for Bronx residents & CUNY students
Save the dates, spread the word, and get ready to rise with us. More details coming soon!
Presented by Kofago Institute & Lehman College
Culture
Rising
Dance Conference 2026
August 21–23 2026
APEX Building, Lehman College · Bronx, NY
Free for Bronx Residents & CUNY StudentsThree days of free dance classes and workshops rooted in the African Diaspora — West African, Afro-Latino, Afro-Caribbean, Hip-Hop, Modern & Contemporary — taught by a dynamic lineup of master teachers and culture-bearers. Let’s rise—together—through dance.
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