About this Event
Presented by Mama Afrika Elites & Mama Afrika Fest
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of dance, culture, music, food, and celebration! Fiyah Friday returns on Friday, September 18, with an AfroKonpa dance class followed by Africanpearl’s Red & Black Birthday Gala.
Come early to learn the moves—then stay and party all night!
EVENT SCHEDULE
AFROKONPA DANCE CLASS
8:30 PM–10:00 PM
Join dance instructor Melaninma for an energetic, beginner-friendly AfroKonpa dance experience. Come learn how to move to the music, connect with the culture, and have fun—no dance partner or previous experience required!
Our dance program will feature a variety of African, Caribbean, and international dance styles throughout the monthly series, including:
• AfroKonpa
• Afrobeats
• Soca
• Salsa
• Amapiano
• Bachata
• Ndombolo
• Kizomba
• Afro-Caribbean dance
• African drumming
• And more!
Each class will focus on one featured dance style.
Everyone attending the dance class will receive FREE waistbeads!
THE PARTY CONTINUES
10:30 PM–2:00 AM
After the dance class, the night turns into Fiyah Friday—an elegant, grown-and-sexy celebration featuring Afrobeats, reggae, R&B, 2000s throwback favorites, oldies but goodies, and more!
MUSIC BY:
DJ SKRU
JOE GRIND
SELECTOR RUDE BOY
& MORE
Hosted by Africanpearl & The Unity Ladies
DRESS CODE
Dress to impress in red and black! Come grown, sexy, classy, and ready to celebrate.
FOOD
Delicious African and Caribbean food will be available for purchase.
TICKETS
$20 General Admission
$50 VIP
Includes food and a discount toward the next dance class.
LOCATION
Farotage Nation Lounge
3601 Capital Blvd
Raleigh, NC 27604
DATE AND TIME
Friday, September 18
Dance Class: 8:30 PM–10:00 PM
Fiyah Friday Party: 10:30 PM–2:00 AM
CONTACT
Call or text: 919-625-7684
Email: [email protected]
Fiyah Friday will continue every third Friday of the month. Bring your friends, bring your energy, and get ready to learn, dance, celebrate, and party like we used to!
Come for the dance class. Stay for the celebration. Leave full of Fiyah!
Event venue & nearby stays
Farotage Nation Lounge, 3601 Capital Boulevard, Raleigh, United States
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.