Monday, June 10, 2024 12:58AMA full day of culture, celebration, and fun took over several streets in Philadelphia on Sunday!The celebration is known as the nation's largest African American street festival.
"We've been participating in Odunde for many years, we love Odunde," said Angela Sadio Watson of West Philadelphia."It's a huge honor for our ancestors, a huge honor for our community, and for Philadelphia it's even bigger," explained Marie Conyers of West Philadelphia."Remembering our African culture, our heritage, so it's an honor," Watson said. "We want everybody to have that peace and unity.
Many vendors set up over several blocks offering food, clothing, accessories, and much more. One vendor originally from West Africa travels here every year for the event. "It's a beautiful experience, as you see, we see all different races and religions," said Nadirah Powell of South Philadelphia. This was the 49th year of the Odunde Festival in Philadelphia. Everyone is already looking forward to celebrating the 50th event next year.