Oct 16 – 17, 2026 · Torino
What is Afrovision?
Afrovision is the Turin-based festival dedicated to artists of African descent from around the world. From 12 to November 15, 2026, it will feature concerts, DJ sets, performances, film screenings, installations, talks and workshops in the city’s neighbourhoods and independent cultural venues.
Afrovision 2026 Preview
October 16–17, 2026
For the first time, the festival kicks off with a series of preview events: two evenings across the Valentino Park and the Murazzi, featuring live music, DJ sets, jam sessions and communal dining.
{{accordion: 1. Friday 16 October — Boarding}} An evening of live hip hop, street food and Afro vinyl.
When: Friday October 16, 2026 Time: from 9.00 pm Where: Imbarchino Valentino, Turin
During the evening:
21:00 — Jaku (live): an Italian-Dominican rapper and singer-songwriter. Together with his band, he blends jam-session-style hip hop, singer-songwriter music and jazz, while demonstrating a commitment to educating the younger generation. 9.00 pm — Un Comedor Ambulante: the nomadic cuisine of Juan Diego Márquez from Medio Cauca (Colombia). 10.00 pm — Diggin' South (DJ set): a selector and collector of African and Caribbean records from the 1970s and 1980s, featuring spiritual rhythms, dreamy guitars and lo-fi synths.
Useful information: Free admission to the concerts. {{/accordion}} {{accordion: 2. Saturday 17 October — Magazzino sul Po}} Second evening at the Murazzi, featuring communal dining and an open-mic night.
When: Saturday October 17, 2026 Time: from 9.00 pm Where: Magazzino sul Po, Murazzi, Turin
During the evening:
9.00 pm — A Mobile Canteen: the second stop on Juan Diego Márquez’s mobile kitchen tour. 9.30 pm — Afro Jam with Afrodream (jam session): an open stage for anyone who plays, sings or dances. Afrodream will then return for a concert with the full band on 14 November.
Useful information: Free entry. It’s a shared stage: bring your own instrument! {{/accordion}}
Supporters
Afrovision 2026 is organized with the support of MiC, SIAE, the Compagnia di San Paolo Foundation and the CRT Foundation, in partnership with ARCI Torino.