2025 festival

Immerse Yourself in Rich Vibrant Somali Culture

Discover the rich heritage, electrifying performances, and tantalizing cuisine at the highly anticipated 2026 Somali Week festival event.

Somali Week 2026 Partners

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Somali Week

This Year, Be Part of the Celebration

Join us in celebrating Somali culture and heritage by sponsoring Somali Week 2026. Help us make this year’s event even more special than the last.

Upcoming Events

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Event
Saturday, June 28

Somali Day Festival

This outdoor festival takes over a stretch of Lake Street in the heart of Minneapolis. The celebration of Somali Independence Day will include food, music, vendors, face-painting, henna and games for kids.
Location: 30 W. Lake St., Minneapolis

Event
June 27th. 6 - 8pm

Rochester Independence and Cultural Day

The Somali American Social Service Association and Hiddo Soor will host a cultural festival with food, music, vendors and activities.
Location: Math and Science Academy, 415 16th St. S.W., Rochester

Event
Sunday, August 3

Somali-Swedish Culture Exchange

The American Swedish Institute and the Somali Museum of Minnesota are co-hosting a cultural exchange with live music, dance, crafts, family activities and food from Somali and Swedish cultures.   

Event
7 p.m Sunday, June 22

Somali Week Global Soccer Tournament

Teams from Somalia, Sweden, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, the United States and Minnesota will compete in a series of soccer games. Fans will also enjoy food and music. 

Somali Week

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About Somali Week

A better tomorrow starts today. You’re in the right place if you are looking to learn more about Somali culture and traditions.

Unity and Inclusion

We are the heart and soul behind Somali Week, a vibrant celebration that holds immense significance for the Somali community here in Minnesota. It is not just an event, but a cherished opportunity to come together, honor our heritage, and celebrate our journey towards unity and inclusion.

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The Minneapolis City Council issued a proclamation Thursday recognizing the annual Somali Week Festival.
The 2026 Somali Week Celebration, hosted by People in Action in Minnesota, will feature Former Somali Prime Minister H.E. Hassan Ali Khairi.
Somali Week in Minneapolis, one of the largest celebrations of Somali culture in the U.S., features events culminating in a street festival on June 29 and a concert at the Skyway Theatre on June 30 with performers Suldaan Seeraar and Kiin Jamac, fostering cultural discussion and connection.

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Volunteer with Somali Week

Join us at the Somali Week Festival and make a difference in the community. Step up to empower the Somali culture, celebrate diversity, and foster unity. Don’t miss this chance to volunteer

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