OMAHA, Neb. —

You can experience the sounds, sights, and tastes of Africa right here in Downtown Omaha at the annual Afro Fest.

Organizers say it's a way to bring about an appreciation for African culture here in Nebraska.

You can find plenty of live performances, with traditional and contemporary African music and dancing.

There are also learning activities for kids, and of course, plenty of food.

They have an African market and food row with authentic cuisine, in addition to fashion, arts, and crafts.

The rain and gloomy weather we're having isn't quite ideal festival weather, but organizers say it could be a good omen.

"For us Africans, having this light rain means peace is coming, on the festival, on the people who are coming. Unless it's very threatening weather or it's pouring

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