ABC-7 at 4: African Heritage Weekend Comes to the Sun City
Nichole Gomez
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – African Heritage Week will be celebrated citywide in El Paso,February 6–8. The celebration brings together local Black leaders, designers, and organizations, alongside an International guest from Uganda, Meriam Nanasirye, founder of Rescue Women’sFoundation. Events will take place at the Mexican American Cultural Center (MACC), the El Paso Museumof History, and Amalur at Old Sheepdog Brewery, offering the community multiple opportunitiesto engage throughout the weekend.
EVENT CALENDAR:
Friday, February 6 | 3:00–6:00 PMMexican American Cultural Center (MACC)
African Heritage Week Kickoff Cultural CelebrationSpeakers, cultural performances, African fashion showcase, and Black-owned vendor market.
Saturday, February 7 | 1:00–3:00 PMEl Paso Museum of HistoryAfrican Heritage Week Opening Reception & Fashion ShowcaseTraditional African fashion and jewelry from Uganda paired with local Black designers.Saturday, February 7 | 7:00–9:00 PMAmalur at Old Sheepdog Brewery (Mystic Desert Studio)African Heritage Week Fashion ShowRunway show featuring local and international Black designers.Sunday, February 8 | 11:00 AM–3:00 PMMexican American Cultural Center (MACC)African Heritage Week Cultural Celebration & Fashion WalkSpeakers, cultural performances, fashion walk, and Black-owned vendor market.African Heritage Weekend marks a milestone for El Paso, celebrating African culture throughfashion, storytelling, and community connection across the city. All events are free andopen to the public.