Saturday, September 21st
11 a.m. — 6 p.m.
Jubilee: Festival of Black History and Culture
Mann-Simons Site : 1403 Richland Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Experience the vibrant spirit of history and culture at Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture, presented by Ambetter from Absolute Total Care and hosted by Historic Columbia! Join us on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for a spectacular day filled with music, art, dance, and captivating stories, all set against the backdrop of the Mann-Simons Site.
Now in its 46th year, Jubilee is more than just a festival – it's a FREE celebration that brings together musicians, artisans, dancers, and storytellers to honor the rich tapestry of South Carolina's Black history and culture. Indulge your senses with live music and entertainment, artist demonstrations, historic house tours, and a marketplace featuring a diverse array of wares, products, and art, plus an expanded food court filled with delicious food and beverage vendors. And for families, the Kids Zone awaits, presenting educational and family-friendly activities in collaboration with the Columbia (SC) Chapter of the Links, Incorporated. We can't wait to see you at Jubilee – a celebration that transcends generations and invites everyone to share in the joy of Black history and culture. See you there!
Jubilee 2023 by the Numbers
8,000+ visitors
75 volunteers
40 marketplace vendors
32 event sponsors
20 food and beverage vendors
14 main stage performers
10 demonstration artists
8 Kids Zone performers
3 bus tours of nearby prominent sites
2 historical house museums open to tour