August 17 - 21, 2023

2023/08/17 10:00:00

About Us

Excited to kick off the 9th year of MBKF! The Miami Beach Kizomba Festival (MBKF) aims to bridge the gap between Africa and the African diaspora by sharing the music, dance and culture of various African countries and encouraging cross-cultural understanding.

Bringing over 1000+ people together from across the globe, MBKF continuously creates a one-of-a-kind atmosphere. This vibe and connection is a central part of the festival and a major reason why so many people show up each year!

From music concerts and pool parties with famed DJs to beach, fun and sun, join us in celebrating Africa and the African diaspora at MBKF 2023!

Our Team

We’re a small, friendly and talented team. Our backgrounds are diverse, our focus is committed. We put our passion into developing a memorable MBKF each year!

Guelas

Co Founder

Chalianna

Co-Founder

Dany

Co-Founder

Accommodations: The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort

This year, MBKF has a new home at the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort.

The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort invites you to experience oceanfront tranquility and unparalleled service. Our hotel offers everything you need to feel renewed and enriched. Settle into one of our redesigned rooms and suites, many of which offer ocean views; satisfy cravings with the healthful options from our 24-hour in-room dining menu, and sleep well on the iconic Westin Heavenly® Bed.

Additional amenities at our resort include the peaceful Heavenly Spa by Westin™, as well as Mexican fare at Pablo Salas’ Lona Cocina Tequileria, a hearty breakfast at Tinta and poolside dining at Waves Bar & Grill.

Stroll across our skywalk to the beach and shop on Las Olas Boulevard while you’re with us. An empowering experience awaits you at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort.

For hotel parking, we have secured a group discounted rate of $13 for day parking and $30 for overnight parking.

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Artists

Loony Johnson

DJ Casanova

DJ Galo

DJ Guelas

DJ Ill Nyce

DJ Larry Love

DJ Mastermixx

DJ Naty

DJ Stefanio Lima

DJ Sysy

Passes

Since MBKF 2021, we changed our format to focus on our parties – from nighttime dancing and epic pool parties to unforgettable sunrises. We will not offer workshops as we have done in the past. Therefore, we are only selling Party Passes.

When you click to purchase your pass, please fill out the full name for each pass purchased. Passes with incomplete or abbreviated first or last name will be canceled. Valid ID check will be performed upon registration onsite and must match the name on the purchased pass. Please note this event is 21 and older.

Passes are non-refundable, unused tickets have no monetary value and cannot be transferable to future events. However, you can transfer to another party by following the directions listed here. Thursday, August 3rd is the final date you are allowed to transfer your pass. No transfers after the deadline of Thursday, August 3rd will be honored.

Schedule

Since MBKF 2021, we changed our format to focus on our parties – from nighttime dancing and epic pool parties to unforgettable sunrises. We will not be offering workshops as we have done in the past.

All events will be held within the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. You do not need to stay at the hotel to attend the festival. Below is the general schedule as of August 1, 2023.

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Pool Party
Night Party
11 am
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm
3 pm
4 pm
5 pm
6 pm
7 pm
8 pm
9 pm
10 pm
11 pm
12 am
1 am
2 am
3 am
4 am
5 am
6 am
Thursday, Aug 17
Thursday, Aug 17
Registration Start Time
Las Olas Foyer

Registration will remain open all day.

Opening Party
11:00 pm - 6:00 am
Night Party
Las Olas Ballroom

Friday, Aug 18
Friday, Aug 18
Registration Start Time
Las Olas Foyer

Registration will remain open all day.

Sunset Pool Party
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Pool Party
Pool Deck

Havana Night
11:00 pm - 6:00 am
Night Party
Las Olas Ballroom

Saturday, Aug 19
Saturday, Aug 19
Sunday, Aug 20
Sunday, Aug 20

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