LOCFEST 2021 HIGHLIGHTS

Loc Fest is a celebration of the roots of Loc’d hair and the flourishing of Loc’d culture globally.

 

In solidarity with the natural hair movement, Loc Fest focuses on supporting and nurturing people of the African diaspora to acknowledge, embrace, and enjoy the natural and unique characteristics of their kinky and curly hair texture.

 

Loc Fest aims to raise awareness about hair discrimination and dispel the stereotypes associated with Loc’d and natural hair.

 

This annual festival honors the beauty of Loc’d and natural hair, celebrates loc culture, and foster community connections in the greater New York City area.

 

Loc Fest connects participants with educational, health and hair resources, community leaders and wellness advocates and local businesses from the greater NYC area.

 

Loc Fest is a space of rest, healing and acceptance for natural hair wearers.  The festival fosters self-awareness, encourages self-confidence and self care, sustainable living, honors culture and freedom!

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Come celebrate culture, strength, and unity with everyone at Loc Fest.