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FESTIVAL ENTRANCE IS FREE!!
Gullah Festival Events 2026
Thu, May 21Black Chamber of CommerceAn Educators & Journalists Excursion—a fully underwritten, program designed to illuminate the vital role of the Gullah people in the American Revolution and provide cultural leaders with valuable tools to share this history with broader audiences. Thursday 5/21/26 730AM
Thu, May 21Tru by Hilton BeaufortThis is a hands-on, mixed-media, cultural arts experience that blends painting and air-dry foam clay to celebrate and preserve the Gullah Geechee heritage.
Thu, May 21Savannah Riverboat Cruises (Gullah)This is a one-night, immersive cultural experience blending history, entertainment, and elegance on the water. Includes Gullah Cuisine, Live Entertainment, Gullah Fashion Runway and Storytelling
Thu, May 21USCB Center for the ArtsThis is a very entertaining, informative and historical re-enactment of the City of Beaufort and describes some of the culture of the peoples in the sea island. Enjoy this Early presentation! Thursday 5/21/26 7PM
Fri, May 22Tabernacle Baptist ChurchThis is a walk-through experience offering the history, customs and culture of Gullah. It will take place Friday May 22nd and Saturday May 23rd. It is FREE and all are welcome!
Fri, May 22Gullah Village - Kiddie VillageWorkshop participants will learn the techniques of making African-Inspired dolls. 'Abayomi' is a traditional African rag doll made from the knotting and tying process using recycled fabrics. Facilitator: Patrice Cole aka SIS-TAH-TUDE DOLL
Fri, May 22Gullah Village - Workshop Area BParticipants will learn basic quilt-making skills and depart with the beginning of their personal Gullah-Geechee Quilt. We hope you complete your quilt at home and proudly display your keepsake.
Fri, May 22Gullah Village - Workshop Area AParticipants will learn the art of crafting their very own She`ke`re instrument, which is theirs to keep and show off throughout the festival and for years to come.
Fri, May 22Gullah Village - Workshop Area AWorkshop participants will learn the techniques of Gullah sweetgrass basket weaving. Facilitator: Mary Grant Graham
Fri, May 22Gullah Village - Space #23This is a hands-on, interactive crochet workshop. Each participant will learn the basics and create something special. Facilitator: Tarina Matthews- Fri, May 22Tru by Hilton BeaufortThis is a hands-on, mixed-media, cultural arts experience that blends painting and air-dry foam clay to celebrate and preserve the Gullah Geechee heritage.
Fri, May 22The Original Gullah FestivalIncludes entry fees to the All White Attire Party, Decoration Day Play, and a Gullah Tour. $160 on line ONLY! (Groups of 25 or more - 10% discount)
Fri, May 22Henry C. Chambers Waterfront ParkThe official Gullah Festival kick-off party! Come celebrate with us! Good music and beautiful people! (Dress is park casual)
Sat, May 23Gullah Village - Workshop Area BParticipants will learn basic quilt-making skills and depart with the beginning of their personal Gullah-Geechee Quilt. We hope you complete your quilt at home and proudly display your keepsake.
Sat, May 23Gullah Village - Workshop Area AParticipants will learn the art of crafting their very own She`ke`re instrument, which is theirs to keep and show off throughout the festival and for years to come.
Sat, May 23Gullah Village - Kiddie VillageWorkshop participants will learn the techniques of making African-Inspired dolls. 'Abayomi' is a traditional African rag doll made from the knotting and tying process using recycled fabrics. Facilitator: Patrice Cole aka SIS-TAH-TUDE DOLL
Sat, May 23Gullah Village - Workshop Area AWorkshop participants will learn the techniques of Gullah sweetgrass basket weaving. Facilitator: Mary Grant Graham
Sat, May 23Gullah Village - Space #23This is a hands-on, interactive crochet workshop. Each participant will learn the basics and create something special. Facilitator: Tarina Matthews
*Early Bird Ticket Pricing Ends February 28th*
Lest We Forget is a FREE event!
This is a walk-through educational platform offering the history, customs and culture of Gullah. This event takes place on Friday and Saturday of the Festival weekend from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Admission is FREE and all ages are welcome.
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