Festival
The party starts at the start line
From sunrise to fireworks, the Diaspora Marathon is a day-long celebration. Music, dance, food and culture from every corner of the world spill onto the streets of Pretoria.
Main Stage
Headline performances from artists representing each diaspora — afrobeat, bollywood, samba, k-pop, klezmer and more.
Drumming Village
Open jam circles featuring djembe, dhol, taiko, batá and steel pan masters.
World Food Court
Over 30 food trucks and pop-ups serving authentic cuisine from every diaspora at the start line.
Cultural Bazaar
Traditional dress, crafts, art and books from communities around the world.
Kids Zone
Face painting, storytelling, dance lessons and games inspired by cultures everywhere.
Closing Ceremony
A flag procession, fireworks and a global anthem performance under the Pretoria sky.