LEAF Festival 2023:
Legends of the Americas
October 19-22
Black Mountain, NC
“This year, our festival aims to exalt and pay homage to First Nations, Indigenous, and LatinX communities as we journey through the captivating theme of the Legends of The Americas.
We chose this theme for the entire year because of the depth and beauty of this exploration. At our Spring Retreat, we planted seeds of discovery and learning. Many of the artists are returning with their full ensembles for fall. Artists such as Angela Gladue and John John Grant of The Cherokee are attending with their awe-inspiring groups to continue building relationships.
It’s a season of joyous commemoration; an opportunity to look back and appreciate those who came before us. It’s a celebration where wisdom, preserved over generations, is rekindled and shared. It’s an occasion to pay tribute to remarkable legacies, to cherish enduring narratives, and to immerse ourselves in respected traditions.
Join us as we journey into a realm where learning coexists with festivity, where history influences the present, and where together, we appreciate the rich fabric of our collective past. ”
Check out the artists, vendors, stages, schedules, and more help plan your trip to the festival here!
What I will be leading…
Saturday Oct 21
11:00a - the poetry of yoga & music with hope Griffin
2:00p - mandala hike
LEAF is a WONDERFUL way to experience the BEST of LIFE & CULTURES.
Travel the world through MUSIC.
This unique form of “gathering” transcends elements that DIVIDES. Festivals BRIDGE cultures & BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER in a relatively LOW-COST HIGH-IMPACT manner. COLLABORATION is key.
LEAF Global Arts is a non-profit organization in which all memberships and donations support cultural arts education programming locally and globally!
Since 2004, LEAF Schools & Streets has served over 85,000 local youth. LEAF International features cultural preservation programs in 10 countries worldwide.
