African Yam Festival

08/31/2026

🙏🏾 THANK YOU!

The 4th Edition of the African Yam Festival was a great success!

We sincerely thank our guests, sponsors, partners, volunteers, performers, and the entire community for your incredible support.

Together, we celebrated African culture, unity, and flavors. This unforgettable event would not have been possible without you.

We look forward to celebrating with you again next year! 💚

08/30/2026

08/29/2026

We are ready 👌🏾

08/24/2026

In difficult times, our community comes together.

To the workers affected by the Tyson plant closure in Joslin, African Yam Festival and its partners stand with you.

Discover the resources available: unemployment benefits, language assistance, job-search support, job fairs, and new opportunities.

With AKWAABA QC, DSAVOR, QC Global Groceries, Daniela Beauty Design, PTR Trans, and Femmes Joyeuses.

Join us for the 4th Edition of African Yam Festival!

On the menu:
🍽️ Yams, fufu, wassa-wassa, télibo, rice, African sauces, chicken, fish, lamb, and much more!

🎟️ ADMISSION: $25

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026 | ⏰ 3:00 PM–9:00 PM
📍 Hereford Park
400 13th St, East Moline, IL 61244

📞 INFO LINE
+1 (563) 499-4370 • +1 (309) 203-5971

African Yam Festival — Culture, Flavors, and Solidarity.

Don’t miss it 💪🏾👌🏾

08/24/2026

🚖 PTR TRANS INC: YOUR RELIABLE RIDE SOLUTION! ✨

Whether you need a ride across town, an airport transfer, or transportation for a special event, PTR TRANS INC gets you there safely, comfortably, and on time!

🚘 Professional transportation services include:

✈️ Airport transfers: Reliable pickups and drop-offs at O’Hare, Midway, and other airports.

📍 Local and long-distance trips: Comfortable transportation wherever you need to go.

👥 Corporate and group rides: Professional service for businesses, families, and special events.

🕒 24/7 availability: Ready when you need a dependable ride, day or night.

⭐ Professional drivers, clean vehicles, and comfortable rides throughout Chicago and surrounding areas.

📞 CALL OR TEXT: (773) 969-8913

🙏 The African Yam Festival proudly thanks PTR TRANS INC for its valued partnership and commitment to supporting African culture and strengthening our community!

🎉 Join us for the 4th African Yam Festival!

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 3:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
📍 Hereford Park, 400 13th St, East Moline, IL 61244

PTR TRANS INC: Safe. On time. Every time. 🚖

08/24/2026

🌸 LES FEMMES JOYEUSES: WOMEN UNITED, COMMUNITIES EMPOWERED! 🌍

Behind every thriving community are women who uplift, support, and inspire one another. Les Femmes Joyeuses brings together remarkable women committed to making a meaningful difference through solidarity, compassion, and collective action.

🤝 By standing together and supporting community initiatives, these inspiring women demonstrate that unity is a powerful force for positive change.

💪 Their mission shines through:

✨ Building strong bonds among women and families.
✨ Supporting meaningful community initiatives.
✨ Promoting solidarity, generosity, and mutual assistance.
✨ Celebrating African culture and shared values.
✨ Inspiring others to contribute to a stronger, more connected community.

🙏 The African Yam Festival proudly thanks Les Femmes Joyeuses for their valued partnership, inspiring leadership, and unwavering commitment to community solidarity.

🎉 Join us for the 4th African Yam Festival!

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 3:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
📍 Hereford Park, 400 13th St, East Moline, IL 61244

Les Femmes Joyeuses: United in joy. Driven by solidarity. Creating lasting impact. ❤️

08/24/2026

🛒 QC GLOBAL GROCERIES: BRINGING THE FLAVORS OF HOME TO THE QUAD CITIES! 🌍

Looking for authentic African and international groceries? Discover QC Global Groceries, a local shopping destination where culture, tradition, and great food come together!

Whether you are preparing a family meal, planning a celebration, or searching for familiar flavors from home, QC Global Groceries helps you bring the richness of African cuisine to your table. 🍲✨

From everyday grocery essentials to international products and specialty ingredients, this East Moline store proudly serves the diverse communities that make the Quad Cities so vibrant. Business listing⁠

🤝 Beyond groceries, QC Global Groceries has demonstrated its commitment to the community by supporting local cultural initiatives, including an AKWAABA QC fundraising gala. AKWAABA QC sponsor announcement⁠

🙏 The African Yam Festival proudly thanks QC Global Groceries for its valued partnership and dedication to celebrating African culture, supporting local families, and strengthening our community!

📍 710 Avenue of the Cities, East Moline, IL 61244
📞 (309) 912-7997

🎉 Join us for the 4th African Yam Festival!

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 3:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
📍 Hereford Park, 400 13th St, East Moline, IL 61244

QC Global Groceries: Global flavors. Local community. A taste of home. ❤️

08/24/2026

✨ DANIELA BEAUTY DESIGN LLC: WHERE AFRICAN ELEGANCE MEETS EVERYDAY STYLE! 👑🌍

Looking for authentic African fashion, beautiful accessories, or the perfect outfit for your next celebration?

Discover Daniela Beauty Design LLC, your destination for distinctive African-inspired fashion and beauty in the Quad Cities!

🛍️ Explore a vibrant selection of:

👗 Elegant African outfits and traditional attire.
🧵 Beautiful African fabrics and colorful prints.
💇🏽‍♀️ Fashionable wigs and hair accessories.
👜 Stylish handbags and statement accessories.
🛏️ Comfortable blankets and other unique finds.

Whether you are preparing for a wedding, cultural celebration, special occasion, or the upcoming African Yam Festival, Daniela Beauty Design LLC helps you express your identity with elegance, confidence, and pride! Business listing⁠

⭐ Rated 5 stars in an online business directory, based on two reviews. Business information and rating⁠

📍 1180 Avenue of the Cities, Suite 10, East Moline, IL 61244
📞 (309) 558-5471

🙏 The African Yam Festival proudly thanks Daniela Beauty Design LLC for its valued partnership and commitment to celebrating African culture, empowering local businesses, and bringing our community together!

🎉 Join us for the 4th African Yam Festival!

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 3:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
📍 Hereford Park, 400 13th St, East Moline, IL 61244

Daniela Beauty Design LLC: Wear your culture. Celebrate your beauty. ❤️

08/24/2026

🍽️ D’SAVOR HOUSE: A TASTE OF AFRICA IN THE QUAD CITIES! 🌍

Craving authentic African flavors? Discover a delicious culinary experience at D’Savor House!

Enjoy flavorful fufu, jollof rice, egusi soup, okra soup, waakye, grilled skewers, fish, fried plantains, and refreshing ginger and hibiscus drinks. 😋

✨ Great food, warm hospitality, and the vibrant flavors of Africa—all right here in East Moline!

📍 689 Avenue of the Cities, East Moline, IL 61244
📞 (309) 553-1324
🌐 www.dsavorhouse.com

🙏 The African Yam Festival proudly thanks D’Savor House for its valued partnership and commitment to celebrating African culture in the Quad Cities.

📅 Join us Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Hereford Park for the 4th African Yam Festival!

D’Savor House: Come for the flavors, stay for the experience! ❤️

08/24/2026

🌍 AKWAABA QC: WELCOMING COMMUNITIES. CHANGING LIVES. ❤️💛💚

When newcomers arrive in the Quad Cities, finding the right information, resources, and support can make all the difference. That is where AKWAABA QC steps in.

Founded and led by Nana Ouro-Agoro, this nonprofit organization supports immigrants, refugees, migrants, and asylum seekers through its dedicated Community Navigators—trusted multilingual advocates who understand the cultural backgrounds and challenges of the communities they serve. AKWAABA QC⁠

✨ Their life-changing services include:

✅ Immigration and citizenship guidance.
✅ Work authorization workshops and employment assistance.
✅ Unemployment benefits and public assistance support.
✅ Interpretation, translation, and document preparation.
✅ Housing, healthcare, and school enrollment assistance.
✅ Know Your Rights training and community education.
✅ Food pantry services, donations, and emergency support.
✅ Racial healing, cultural inclusion, and community advocacy.

🏆 The impact speaks for itself: more than 2,200 individuals served, innovative community programs, and selection for the 2026 Justice Visionary Award—a powerful recognition of AKWAABA QC’s commitment to equity, dignity, and opportunity. Programs and community impact⁠ · Justice Visionary Award announcement⁠

🙏 The African Yam Festival proudly thanks AKWAABA QC for its outstanding partnership and unwavering dedication to strengthening immigrant communities across the Quad Cities.

📍 1531 47th Avenue, Suite 2, Moline, IL
📞 (309) 716-7437
🌐 akwaabaqc.org

🎉 Meet us at the 4th African Yam Festival!

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 3:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
📍 Hereford Park, 400 13th St, East Moline, IL 61244

AKWAABA QC: Together, we can make a difference! 🤝