Date: August 29-September 1, 2008
Cost: $5-10, $30 for a weekend pass
Organizer: Africa International House
What to expect: Live music, ethnic food, vendors, fine arts and more in Washington Park.
Why to go: The Hip Hop Stage. Over the course of four days, the fest hosts some of the biggest names in the business, including Big Daddy Kane, Brand Nubian, Nice and Smooth, Black Sheep and Rhymefest (who also hosts a five-hour Chi City celebration on Friday evening at the fest).
Centerstage Reviewer: Ben Rubenstein
