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Africa Oyé Tickets Now Required After 34 Years
15 Jun
Summary
- Africa Oyé festival will require tickets for entry this year.
- Rising costs and new legislation are cited reasons for the change.
- The event features music, food, crafts, and family activities.
Africa Oyé, a prominent festival celebrating African and Caribbean music and culture in the UK, is implementing a ticketing system for the first time in its 34-year run. This change, occurring on June 20 and 21, is attributed by organizers to escalating costs, evolving legislation, and stringent health and safety requirements.
The festival, held in Sefton Park, is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere. This year's event promises a rich cultural experience with live performances from artists including Patoranking and Fatoumata Diawara, alongside DJs, diverse food stalls, artisan crafts, a fun fair, and various family-oriented activities. The festival had previously taken a fallow year in 2025.
