Black Arts and Culture
Umoja Fest
Portsmouth’s Umoja Festival returned for its 33rd year, drawing crowds to the waterfront for a vibrant celebration of African-American culture through music, food, art, and unity.
#UmojaFestival #PortsmouthVA #BlackCulture #AfricanAmericanHeritage #FamilyFestival #Umoja2025 #CommunityCelebration #CulturalEvents #BlackExcellence

PORTSMOUTH
Umoja, Portsmouth’s three-day waterfront celebration honoring African-American heritage with music, art, food, and family-friendly fun, was given permission to begin its 33rd Year by the Elders: King Thomas Davis and Queen Regina Owens. Blue skies and mild weather helped to turn out a large crowd on the lawn to listen to musical groups on the stage and visit rows of vendors offering food, art items and clothing for sale. “The Umoja Festival is one of the longest-running cultural events of its kind in the country, and we’re excited to welcome residents and visitors alike to celebrate with us on Portsmouth’s beautiful waterfront,” said Shannon Glover, Mayor of the City of Portsmouth.

- Black History1 week ago
Assata Shakur Remembered As Symbol Of Black Liberation
- Hampton Roads Community News1 week ago
BLACK PRESS EXCLUSIVE – Part Two: Bill Cosby Beyond The Fight; The Legacy He Built Endures
- Health1 week ago
Painting A Portrait Of Prostate Cancer – Part Three
- Virginia Political News1 week ago
HBCU Students Urged To Vote
- Hampton Roads Community News6 days ago
Gordon Park Exhibit On Black Religion On Display Howard University Museum Until Dec. 1, 2025
- HBCU1 week ago
The Digital Download: How HBCUs Can Prepare Students For AI Careers
- Hampton Roads Community News7 days ago
Quinnipiac Poll: Nearly 8 In 10 Say Nation Is In Political Crisis
- Hampton Roads Community News6 days ago
VAACC Hosts Annual Community Fall Festival On Future Home Site