AfroDesiaCity

05/19/2026

Don't miss this celebration of Roxbury's creative spirit, bringing the community together through art, storytelling, and the power of color.

Don't miss this celebration of Roxbury's creative spirit that will bring the community together through art, storytelling, and the power of color.

Friday, June 5 • 3 PM - 6 PM

Overview
Join us for a vibrant community celebration of "Color is Meant to Hold Us," a new mural by artist Destiny Palmer.

Inspired by vintage floral textiles and intergenerational storytelling, Color is Meant to Hold Us explores how color, pattern, and memory connect us across generations.

Stop by to see the artwork and enjoy an afternoon of family-friendly programming including:

🎤 Live performances

🎶 Music

🎨 Interactive art activities

Don't miss this celebration of Roxbury's creative spirit that will bring community together through art, storytelling, and the power of color.

(Photos by Vikram Valluri)

Learn more about the artist

02/17/2026

🕊️ Rest In Power, Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.

AfroDesiaCity honors the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr. — a global voice for justice, dignity, and economic empowerment.

A protégé of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rev. Jackson marched on the front lines of the Civil Rights Movement and spent decades advancing voter registration, economic equity, education access, and international human rights. His leadership bridged movements, generations, and continents — reminding us that the fight for freedom is both local and global.

As a Minister of the Gospel and architect of real social change, he carried a vision rooted in faith, courage, and collective power.

May his work remain a lamp for our feet.
May his “why” continue to fuel movements across the Diaspora.
May we honor his legacy not only in words — but in action.

Rest well, Son of the Movement. Your impact echoes across time.

05/30/2025

I’m honored to be performing at the upcoming GroundBeat Concert Series: Rhythms of Unity on Wednesday, June 11 from 6PM – 8PM at the iconic Hatch Memorial Shell in Boston!

This unforgettable evening will feature live music, dance, spoken word, and community vibes along the beautiful Charles River Esplanade — and it’s FREE & open to the public!

Featuring:
– Soulful vocals that span Jazz, Gospel & R&Bintroverted – Powerful poetry & music rooted in healing
– All-vinyl grooves to keep you dancing
– LesleyAnn Moore, celebrating feminine beauty in live art

Curated by / , this family-friendly event also includes a vendor fair, lawn games, and food trucks — perfect for all ages.

Come vibe with us as we celebrate unity, culture, and creativity under the open sky.

Register & more info:

05/30/2025

ADC seeking vendors for summer activations: https://forms.gle/oXrS5fVFsrZ3b9Xt8

We’re excited to announce the VENDOR/VOLUNTEER CALL for our upcoming 2025 AfroDesiaCity events, and we’d love to extend the opportunity for you to join us in creating vibrant, community-driven cultural experiences!

AfroDesiaCity is known for producing dynamic, soulful events that center Black and Brown joy through music, art, wellness, food, and entrepreneurship. We are now accepting applications for food vendors, artisans, wellness practitioners, and small businesses to participate in our signature activations this summer and fall. If you have any questions or special arrangements, please complete the application as is, and ADC will follow up with you directly.

🌟 Featured Events:
1. Soulful Bliss Fest – Seaport Edition
📍 South Boston Waterfront Transportation Center (Massport), Boston Seaport
📅 Saturday, August 10, 2025 | 🕓 4PM – 10PM

2. Soulful Bliss Fest – Spectacle Island Edition
📍 Spectacle Island, Boston Harbor Islands
📅 Sunday, September 7, 2025 | 🕛 2PM – 8PM

3. Additional pop-ups & collaborative events
📍 Roxbury, Dorchester, Downtown Boston (TBA)

These are excellent opportunities to:

Promote your business to a diverse and engaged audience

Build visibility among community partners and sponsors

Connect with new customers who value culture, wellness, and quality

If you're interested in vending at any (or all!) of these events,
🌟 AfroDesiaCity Participation Intake Form: https://forms.gle/oXrS5fVFsrZ3b9Xt8

We’re reviewing vendors regularly and will follow up with details about setup, expectations, and promotional support.

Let’s celebrate culture, community, and creativity together!

With gratitude,
Olawumi “Ola” Akinwumi
Founder & Creative Director, AfroDesiaCity
📧 [email protected]
📞 (857) 544-1275
🌐 www.afrodesiacity.com

AfroDesiaCity (ADC) is an independent event production company dedicated to celebrating creativity, music, and culture in the Boston community. With a proven track record of producing successful and soulful events, we partner with emerging artists and professionals to create immersive experiences th...

04/06/2025

Proud doesn’t even begin to cover it.
From a vision sparked in 2018 to a full-blown masterpiece at 155 Seaport Blvd, Deep Breathe isn’t just an exhibition—it’s an entryway. A portal for other creatives to step through, breathe deep, and be.

Watching this journey unfold has been powerful. It’s art. It’s healing. It’s legacy in motion.

If you’re in the area, go witness it for yourself.



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03/18/2025

A Journey of Growth and Success ✨

We are honored to have been part of the Chase for Business – Coaching for Impact℠ program, staying true to our mission of success, empowerment, and community impact.

A huge thank you to our brother Johnny Charles, MBA, Vice President & Senior Business Consultant at , for his unwavering support and dedication to small business growth.

This experience was even more powerful with Chase corporate leaders from Boston & NYC, celebrating the inspiring journeys of 14 Boston graduates and 10 North Shore business leaders. Special congrats to Queen for contributing to the city’s success in making impact through culture and food.

At , we stand proud alongside fellow entrepreneurs—sharing our stories, lessons, and visions for the future. Together, we build. Together, we grow. Together, we uplift.

Let’s keep pushing forward!

03/08/2025

Cultural Chronicles: AfroDesiaCity's March Newsletter

Message from AfroDesiaCity Director: Hello Community! As we enter 2025, AfroDesiaCity embraces a renewed spirit of disruption, rebranding, and unapologetic creativity. March is Womxn’s History Month—a time to honor the trailblazing women who shape our world. I celebrate the incredible Sheroes in...