Monday, June 15, 2026

Juneteenth for the Kids! FREE Dance Classes, Art, Games, Performances, & More!


KowTeff's 2026 Juneteenth Celebration

A Full Day of FREE Youth Activities!

Children's Zone

This Saturday, bring the kids to KowTeff’s 16th Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Restoration Plaza for a full day of free youth activities celebrating culture, movement, and joy!

Our Children’s Zone is packed with hands‑on fun and creative experiences for all ages — from dance and art to games and carnival excitement.


✨ Youth-Friendly Activities Include:

  • West African Dance Class (12PM–1PM) with Fofoo Attiso
  • Afro Caribbean Dance Class (1:15PM–2:15PM) with Something Positive's Careitha Davis
  • Carnival Procession & Performances (2:15PM–3PM) featuring Ballet Fรจ Sa, Something Positive, and Brooklyn Jumbies
  • Face Painting & Balloon Art (3PM–5PM) with Mr. Vee
  • Tabletop & Virtual Reality Gaming (3PM–5PM) with Fun Bash
  • Plus Arts & Crafts! (3PM–5PM)


It’s all happening Saturday, June 20 • 12PM–5PM • Restoration Plaza, Brooklyn NY — part of a full day of music, dance, and community celebration honoring 16 years of Juneteenth and 35 years of KowTeff’s legacy.


Free and open to the public — bring your family, friends, and neighbors!

Come Dance with Fofoo Attiso for FREE!

Step into the rhythm of West Africa with master dancer, cultural educator, and choreographer Fofoo Attiso, who shares his artistry from Ghana to audiences of all ages. With decades of experience since age nine, he blends traditional African, Hip Hop, freestyle, and contemporary dance into powerful performances and workshops. His classes blend authentic West African technique, storytelling, and community spirit, inviting dancers of all levels to connect with ancestral rhythm and cultural pride.


Join Fofoo this Saturday, June 20 (12 PM – 1 PM) at Restoration Plaza for a FREE, high‑energy West African Dance Class as part of KowTeff’s 16th Annual Juneteenth Celebration.

Come move, learn, and celebrate the heartbeat of our African heritage — with Fofoo Attiso leading the way.

๐Ÿ“… Class Event Details


Saturday, June 20th • 12PM–1PM

Restoration Plaza • 1368 Fulton Street Brooklyn, NY

Multipurpose Room (1st Floor)

๐Ÿ›️ Vendor Registration EXTENDED — New Deadline:

Wednesday, June 17th!


We’ve extended the deadline — but only a few vendor slots remain. If you want your business, products, services, or artistry represented at one of Brooklyn’s most anticipated cultural events, now is the time to secure your spot. Vend for as low as $75 for the full day!

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This program is supported by, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.