Classic City Soul Food Fest AUG 15TH. CULTURE & COMMUNITY

Classic City Soul Food Fest Brings Food, Music, Culture and Community to Athens

The Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM) is proud to present the Classic City Soul Food Fest, a new community celebration of food, music, creativity, and culture. The festival will take place Saturday, August 15, from 12:00–5:00 PM at Union Fare 169 West Washington Street, Athens, GA, bringing families, food lovers, artists, and community members together for an afternoon of entertainment, connection, and Southern soul.

Guests can enjoy a full lineup of entertainment, activities, contests, and opportunities to connect with the community.

A Celebration of Soul Food & Culture

Festival attendees can look forward to:

  • Live Performances: Discover new and emerging talent in Athens’ urban music scene, featuring R&B artist TR ThompsonThe Aunties, and more.

  • Line Dancing session

  • Peach Cobbler Eating Contest for those ready to put their appetite to the test

  • Sip & Paint experience for guests looking to get creative

  • Children’s Coloring Station offering fun activities for young festival-goers

  • BBQ Cook-off Contest, giving local cooks and food enthusiasts an opportunity to showcase their favorite dishes

Think you’ve got cooking skills? Enter the BBQ Cook-off Contest! Showcase your signature dish, put your cooking skills to the test, and compete for bragging rights as one of Athens’ best soul food cooks. 

The Classic City Soul Food Fest is more than a food festival. It is an opportunity to celebrate Black culture, Southern traditions, local talent, creativity, family, and community connection in the Classic City.

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