Lloydminster’s first African Food Festival set for Aug. 1 at Bud Miller Park

Organizers are inviting you to bring your appetite as the food, culture and flavours of Africa will be yours to savour on Aug. 1 opposite the Amphitheatre in Bud Miller Park for the African Food Festival Lloydminster.

Festival-goers can explore a wide range of vendors offering authentic African cuisine, cultural artwork, fashion, accessories, handmade crafts and specialty products. The event will also feature live African music and cultural entertainment throughout the day. Families can enjoy a bouncy castle and other children’s activities, while adults can take part in traditional games such as Whot and Ludo. The festival aims to celebrate African culture while bringing the community together through food, music and fun.

Food & Beverage Vendors list

The line up here comprises:

  • Bert Grills: Authentic Nigerian Suya (spicy grilled meat skewers)
  • Mima Luxury Kitchen: Jollof rice, Fufu with Egusi soup, and live “Amala on the spot”
  • Marbs Wraps: Flavorful Nigerian Shawarmas
  • Macao Imperial Tea: Specialty milk teas, sodas, fries, waffle dogs, coated quail eggs, and spring rolls
  • Pac N Go: Delicious Pork BBQ and Pork Siomai
  • Mama’s Empanadas: Empanadas, spring rolls, fresh cookies, and fruity “dirty” sodas
  • KDS: Popular West African snacks including Puff-Puff and Chin-Chin
  • Ewaah African Foods: Specialty dry goods and snacks including garri, dried fish, plantain chips, and pantry staples

Non-Food Vendors (Merchandise, Beauty, Services & Community)

Fashion, Beauty & Crafts:

  • Zeekha: Vibrant, high-quality African outfits and clothing
  • Mima Luxury Hair: Custom African braided wigs
  • Braids by Nanya: Live hair braiding services on-site (specializing in Dutch Braids)
  • K-Beauty-ca: Popular Korean skincare and makeup products
  • Made by Kelechi: Beautiful handmade crochet items including bags, purses, keychains, and laptop sleeves

The African Food Festival Lloydminster team is expressing thanks to their community partners for all the support in making the inaugural event possible.

Gerry Lampow
Gerry Lampow
Gerry has lived in Lloydminster since winter 2010. That detail is important as coming from the Caribbean he did not see green grass until May. Now an Alberta/Western Canada resident, you would be hard-pressed to find a stronger proponent of Lloydminster than the news guy that appreciates a healthy dose of rock music and dress code leather. His mantra is focus on one thing and do it well.
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