Wontanara Festival
Sat, Nov 15
|Southwest Arts Center
🎉 Get ready for Wontanara Festival—a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and creativity! From powerful drum performances to wellness experiences and global artistry, this is a weekend of connection, heritage, and joy you won’t want to miss.
Time & Location
Nov 15, 2025, 9:00 AM – Nov 16, 2025, 10:00 PM
Southwest Arts Center, 915 New Hope Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30331, USA
Guests
About The Event
🎭 ABOUT THE FESTIVAL
Wontanara Cultural Festival🗓 November 15–16, 2024📍 Southwest Arts Center, 915 New Hope Rd SW, South Fulton, GA 30331
Presented by Wontanara Inc., this two-day immersive experience celebrates the vibrant traditions of West African music, dance, wellness, and culture. From live performances and high-energy workshops to powerful panels and business-centered conversations, the festival brings together community, creativity, and culture under one roof.
With guest artists and musicians from across the African diaspora, we’re offering something for every age, rhythm, and purpose. Whether you're a seasoned dancer, curious beginner, or someone looking to reconnect with culture—this festival is for you.
What should I bring?
Comfortable clothes you can move in (bare feet is reccomended in classes)
Schedule
50 minutesYoga with Mona Yoga
Dance Studiohealth & wellness
50 minutesKids Drum Class with Kofi Agyei
Dance Studiodrum class
Tickets
Full Weekend Package- General
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
Full access to both Saturday and Sunday for all in-person programming: dance classes, drum workshops, wellness sessions, and business panels. Not including performances.
From $129.00 to $189.00
$189.00
+$4.73 ticket service fee
$129.00
+$3.23 ticket service fee
Dance Only Full Weekend Packag
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
Includes all dance classes across both days, including master-level sessions. Does not include wellness, panels, or evening performances.
From $99.00 to $149.00
$149.00
+$3.73 ticket service fee
$99.00
+$2.48 ticket service fee
The Art of Getting Funded
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
A powerful business workshop for how nonprofits and artists can strengthen their Grant applications, secure sponsors and partners, and learn branding technique to get their business to the next level!
$0.00
"Hands Of Heritage" Panel Talk
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
A powerful discussion of the African American experience and influence of culture through djembe & dance. With guest panelists Yao Ababio & more, hosted by Frank Malloy IV
$0.00
Children's Dance- Safi Camara
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
A class rooted in heritage and joy, taught by one of Guinea’s cultural ambassadors. Expect powerful rhythms, storytelling, and community for all ages and all levels (5-17 yrs. old)
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Kids Drum Class -Kofi Agyei
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
Children's drum class with Kofi Agyei- children's price only.
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Yoga with Mona Yoga
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
A grounding session to awaken the body and spirit. Flow through gentle breathwork and movement while connecting to your inner rhythm.
From $10.00 to $26.00
$26.00
+$0.65 ticket service fee
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Bolokada Conde (Djembe Class)
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
Learn from one of the most legendary djembe masters of our time. This class dives into traditional Guinean rhythms, solo phrasing, and technique development.
From $10.00 to $26.00
$26.00
+$0.65 ticket service fee
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Imania Detry (Sabar Fusion)
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
Dive into an electrifying blend of traditional Senegalese Sabar and contemporary movement. Expect high-energy footwork, live drums, and expressive choreography.
From $10.00 to $26.00
$26.00
+$0.65 ticket service fee
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Al Ta'Wam House Dance
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
Let loose in a joyful class that blends Afro-diasporic movement with house culture. Open to all levels—come ready to sweat and vibe.
From $10.00 to $26.00
$26.00
+$0.65 ticket service fee
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
T. Ayo (Dundun Dance)
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
Experience the power of movement and rhythm in this high-impact class that uses bass drums as both instrument and guide. This class blends Guinean dundun rhythms with choreographed steps. **Bring your own Dundun drum, or rentals will be available on request (please ask 1 week prior to the event). ***
From $10.00 to $26.00
$26.00
+$0.65 ticket service fee
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Ibrahima Diouf- Liberian
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
A cultural exchange of two traditions (Liberian & Senegal)—learn celebratory, spiritual, and social dances rooted in the histories of both West African nations.
From $10.00 to $26.00
$26.00
+$0.65 ticket service fee
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Akosua Akoto -Diasporic Dance
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
Explore movement inspired by traditional roots. A class rooted in storytelling, self-expression, and ancestral flow.
From $10.00 to $26.00
$26.00
+$0.65 ticket service fee
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Frankie Malloy- Orisa Dance
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
A sacred offering of Yoruba-inspired movement honoring the Orisa traditions. This dance experience bridges spirituality and embodiment.
From $10.00 to $26.00
$26.00
+$0.65 ticket service fee
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Fofie Akoto (Djembe Dance)
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
Engage with powerful djembe rhythms through grounded movement and soulful technique. Fofie brings fierce energy and precise instruction for dancers of all levels.
From $10.00 to $26.00
$26.00
+$0.65 ticket service fee
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Amamansa (Haitian Dance)
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
Rooted in ancestral memory, this class shares traditional Haitian dances used in ceremony, celebration, and healing.
From $10.00 to $26.00
$26.00
+$0.65 ticket service fee
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
K Shaka (Djembe Dance)
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
Close out the festival with movement that energizes the soul. K Shaka leads with spirit and rhythm in a powerful djembe dance class for all.
From $10.00 to $26.00
$26.00
+$0.65 ticket service fee
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Lesina Martin (Djembe Dance)
Sale ends
Nov 16, 10:00 PM
A blend of fierce rhythm and feminine power, this class explores dynamic choreography and musicality through Guinean dance.
From $10.00 to $26.00
$26.00
+$0.65 ticket service fee
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Dance Only- One day Package
Choose Saturday or Sunday to participate in dance classes.
From $40.00 to $100.00
$40.00
+$1.00 ticket service fee
$100.00
+$2.50 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00