International Arts Festival
New Orleans, Louisiana
The Public Market at South Shore Harbor
September 24-27, 2026
The Largest International Festival In New Orleans
International Arts Festival is a global cultural experience rooted in the African Diaspora, bringing international music, culture, and business/community exchange together in New Orleans. The International Arts Foundation exists to create, utilize, and maintain cultural bridges helping people better understand culture, history, and opportunity through hands-on experiences and global connections.
Why It Matters
Economics
It expands cultural understanding and strengthens real economic + cultural opportunities through global exchange.
Opportunities
The African Diaspora is one of the most culturally influential communities in the world, yet often underserved.
Connection
The festival is a living bridge: connecting Africa, the Caribbean, and global cultures with New Orleans music and spirit.
Tourism Investment Forum Africa™ (TIFA) — 2026 Americas Edition
September 24–27, 2026 | The Public Market at South Shore Harbor | New Orleans
A global platform for local action—connecting African tourism, hospitality, creative, real estate, infrastructure, and travel-tech opportunities with a curated North American and diaspora audience.
TIFA 2026 — Americas Edition is designed for:
Economics
Connect African project owners with North American investors, diaspora capital networks, development finance institutions, and corporate partners
Showcase
Showcase bankable opportunities across tourism, hospitality, creative industries (including film), real estate, infrastructure, and travel technology
Trade
Unlock access to the African American tourism and investment market and promote two-way trade and business facilitation between Africa and the United States
What to expect
Discover the International Arts Fest at the Public Market at South Shore Harbor—an open-air waterfront venue on Lake Pontchartrain in New Orleans East. Set against marina views and lake breezes, the Market transforms into a vibrant gathering space for art, culture, food, and community, with plenty of room to explore, connect, and celebrate local creativity.eeeee
International music + performances (featured acts representing global cultures)
Culture + community experiences (food, art, cultural showcases, storytelling)
Business + cultural exchange (sister-city connections, tourism and global partnership conversations)
Featured Performances
Global icons, rising voices, and hometown legends, one stage, one weekend.
FRIDAY
Peter White
United Kingdom
Vincent Ingala
United States of America
Donald Harrison
United States of America
SATURDAY
Seun Kuti
Nigeria
Irvin Mayfield
United States of America
Regina Belle
United States of America
Paul Taylor
United States of America
Michael Lington
United States of America
SUNDAY
Bushman
Jamaica
Alexey Marti
Cuba
Collie Buddz
New Orleans Born, Bermuda Resident
Corey Henry and The Treme Funktet
United States of America
