ROOTS OF RESISTANCE FESTIVAL
Sat, Aug 23
|Hazel Wood Park
The Roots of Resistance Festival commemorates the Port Pidjiguiti Massacre and celebrates the strength and resilience of the Bissau-Guinean people. Join us for a powerful day of music, dance, food, and community featuring Domingo Broska and traditional performers.
Time & Location
Aug 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT
Hazel Wood Park, 553 Brock Ave, New Bedford, MA 02740, USA
Guests
About the event
Join us for a powerful day of music, dance, food, and community as we honor the brave workers who lost their lives during the Port Pidjiguiti Massacre—an act of resistance that sparked Guinea-Bissau’s War of Independence. This commemorative event is a vibrant celebration of Bissau-Guinean heritage, cultural resilience, and the unbreakable spirit of our ancestors. Enjoy performances by Domingo Broska, traditional cultural dancers, and more as we reflect, remember, and rejoice together. Come stand in solidarity and experience the richness of our shared history and the strength of our community.
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Experience:
African food vendors & cultural artisans
Tickets
General Admission
Sale ends
Aug 16, 8:00 AM EDT
Good for one admission per person. Available online through August 16th, 2025! Day-of entry is $20 (cash only at the gate). No refunds.
$15.00
+$0.38 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00