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Creating a Landscape for Cultural Pride.. Join us September 4-6 2026, for a weekend of runway shows, workshops, cultural experiences & Afrobeats.

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SAVE THE DATE !🔥

Ankara Festival LA 2027 is officially on the horizon and the 18th Edition is about to shut the city down.

Labor Day Weekend • September 3–5, 2027
Because at this point, we all know… Every Labor Day Weekend in Los Angeles is ANKARAFIED.
The culture.
The fashion.
The diaspora energy.

All loading for 2027.

For sponsorships and inquiries, reach out: ankarafestla@gmail.com

#AnkaraFestivalLA2027 #AnkarafiedLA #AfricanExcellence #savethedate by @ankarafestivals

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It’s always inspiring to witness new talent step onto the runway, and OLUMAY @shopolumay did just that with confidence, creativity, and style.

The Ankara Festival Organization was proud to provide a platform for this young African designer to debut her very first runway show in Los Angeles.

OLUMAY showcased a beautiful collection that reflected passion, artistry, and promise, leaving a lasting impression on everyone in attendance.

We applaud her remarkable performance and are excited to watch her continue to grow, innovate, and make her mark in the fashion industry.
This is only the beginning, and we look forward to seeing the incredible journey ahead for OLUMAY. ✨👗🌍

#ankarafest2026 #olumay #afla2026 by @ankarafestivals

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4 days ago

🖤 NOIR 🖤
ALL BLACK PARTY.

This November, step into a room where everything is black and elegance reigns supreme.

A sophisticated all-black experience designed for those who understand elegance, presence, and style.

🗓️ Friday, November 27th
📍 Hollywood
🎟️ https://noirallblackLA.eventbrite.com

Elegance meets nightlife....don’t miss it!

#AllBlackParty #AfrobeatsLA #BlackFridayLA #HollywoodNightlife #AllBlackEverything losangeles by @ankarafestivals

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6 days ago

ALL BLACK PARTY — BLACK FRIDAY TAKEOVER 🖤
Friday, November 27th.

Step into a world of style, elegance, and pure black‑lux seduction as we shut down Black Friday with the most refined night in the city.

The dress code is simple: ALL BLACK EVERYTHING!
Curated music + elevated crowd. A Hollywood venue transformed into a luxury noir experience

Black Friday isn’t just for shopping. It’s for showing up in your finest and owning the night.

🗓️ Friday, November 27th
📍 Hollywood
🎟️ https://noirallblackLA.eventbrite.com

Elegance meets nightlife....don’t miss it!

#AllBlackParty #AfrobeatsLA #BlackFridayLA #HollywoodNightlife #AllBlackEverything losangeles by @ankarafestivals

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9 days ago

#fbf......Flashback to pure magic at Ankara Festival LA 2026!
Still reliving the incredible energy, unforgettable runway moments and beautifulpeople.

The culture, the colors, the community.... still unmatched.

#AFLA2026 #AnkaraFestivalLA #FlashbackFriday #AfricanFashion LAEvents CultureAndStyle highlight by @ankarafestivals

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16 days ago

@mikesyllaofficial: SENEGAL’S FASHION GIANT LIT UP THE AFLA 2026 RUNWAY 🔥

The Ankara Festival LA 2026 stage didn’t just witness a showcase. It witnessed a moment.
Mike Sylla, the legendary Senegalese designer delivered. His artistry hit that perfect intersection of heritage, futurism, and pure runway magic.

Every piece carried the unmistakable Sylla signature: bold storytelling, sculptural silhouettes, and colors that moved like rhythm and poetry.

From the first walk to the final bow, the audience knew they were watching a master at work.

Senegal didn’t just show up. Senegal showed OUT. Mike Sylla didn’t just participate in Ankara Festival LA 2026, he elevated it.

📸 Swipe through the recap and relive the magic.
🇸🇳 Senegal, you did that.

#AnkaraFestivalLA #MikeSylla #SenegalOnTheRunway #FashionLegend #RunwayMagic by @ankarafestivals

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17 days ago

Watch how queen @tommiewatkins_ turned the runway into a fitness space at the @ankarafestivals fashion show in Hollywood 😍😍😍

Outfit by @africstyle_fashion

#melaninpoppin
#fitness
#africanfashiontrends
#kente
#hollywood taken in Sunset Room Hollywood by @ankarafestivals

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18 days ago

King @sorobisusa at Ankara Festival LA 2026.
Sorobis stepped onto the LA stage with a collection rooted in Burkinabè tradition but styled for a global audience.

His silhouettes carried that signature earthy confidence, woven stories, bold geometry, and craftsmanship you could feel from the seats.

The fabrics moved like they had their own heartbeat. Rich browns, sun‑kissed golds, and deep indigo tones created a palette that felt ancient and futuristic at the same time.

The models didn’t walk; they arrived.

Every look felt like a declaration of identity, a reminder that African fashion is not trend‑chasing — it’s world‑building.

Sorobis became one of the most talked‑about designers of the night.

The Takeaway, Sorobis didn’t just represent Burkina Faso, he represented the power of African artisanship on a global runway.

#ankarafestival2026 #afla2026 #Sorobis #losangeles by @ankarafestivals

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20 days ago

A moment on the runway.
Bringing cultural elegance to the stage at Ankara Festival LA 2026.

@abiolabeautyconcept delivered art—blending bold intricate Gele headwear, and flawless runway glam.

Swipe through to see the details up close.

📍 Sunset Room Hollywood
💄 model glam: @blackradiancebeauty
🧣Gele Styling: @abiolabeautyconcept
🚶🏾‍♀️Model coordinator: @sheba.mc
📸 @iconpixels_ @iconphotographiqs
Event: @ankarafestivals by @ankarafestivals

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21 days ago

RED CARPET MOMENTS — ANKARA FESTIVAL LA 2026 ✨

📸 @iconphotographiqs by @ankarafestivals

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22 days ago

RED CARPET HIGHLIGHTS !
ANKARA FESTIVAL LA 2026

The carpet wasn’t just a walkway; it was a full‑blown cultural showcase.
Ankara prints hit the lights with confidence, creativity, and that signature diaspora flair.

📸 @iconphotographiqs

#afla2026 #redcarpet #losangelesevents by @ankarafestivals

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22 days ago

Concentrate.🌙
@ankarafestivals #highlights

🎥 @vmglab by @ankarafestivals

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