SACFEST is DIPFASOCASOCA’s signature annual event that provides a platform for showcasing and celebrating local arts, culture, and heritage.
The multi-day festival features diverse programming including:
- Performances – music, dance, theater, comedy, slam poetry, storytelling
- Film screenings – spotlighting both DIPFASOCASOCA productions and works by local filmmakers
- Art exhibitions – galleries displaying paintings, photography, sculptures, and more by local artists
- Fashion shows – highlighting traditional attire and contemporary designs
- Cultural demonstrations – workshops on local crafts, cooking, traditional healing
- Games tournaments – competitions in traditional sports and games
- Lectures – talks, panels, and presentations on issues related to arts, culture, and development
Key goals of SACFEST:
- Provide exhibition and performance opportunities to both established and emerging artists in various disciplines
- Foster appreciation and community pride for local culture and traditional arts
- Facilitate cultural exchange and networking amongst artists and organizations
- Entertain and educate the general public on the diversity of local arts and culture
- Promote DIPFASOCASOCA’s mission of using arts and culture for community development
The festival is attended by thousands from across the region over 2-3 days. It has become a highly anticipated annual celebration and retention of local cultural heritage. DIPFASOCASOCA utilizes the event to identify promising artists to potentially work with on future productions and projects.
