Join us for Portsmouth’s annual celebration of diversity, unity and African-American culture on the beautiful downtown waterfront.

The 2025 Umoja Festival brings together a huge lineup of national acts in jazz, reggae, gospel and rhythm and blues. These events are free and open to the public.

Schedule of Events:

1:00pm - 2:00pm: Joselyn Best

2:15pm - 3:15pm: Phazz II

3:30pm - 4:30pm: RaJazz

4:45pm - 5:45pm: Strictly Bizzness

6:00pm - 7:00pm: 2nd Wynd

8:00pm: Kool and The Gang with B. Michelle & DJ Bee

Get ready for a night of legendary funk, soul, and good vibes as Kool & the Gang hits the stage with timeless hits like “Celebration,” “Get Down On It,” and “Ladies Night.” With powerful vocals from B. Michelle and the infectious energy of DJ BEE, this is one concert you don’t want to miss.

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