This nationally acclaimed festival held annually in January, celebrates Zora Neale Hurston's works, the historical significance of Eatonville and the cultural contributions Africa-descended people have made to the United States and to world culture.

Join the hundreds of thousands celebrating Zora Neale Hurston’s Life at this one-of-a-kind festival that brings her spirit alive in so many different ways.  This event showcases all genres of music, drama,dance, visual arts, folk  arts, ethnic cuisine, concerts, and theatrical performances.

This nationally-renowned festival has featured the top names in music, drama and literature. With celebrities such as jazz great, Max Roach, actor Ossie Davis, R&B singer Al Jarreau, gospel star Andre Crouch, and Pullitzer Prize winning poet Maya Angelou, the festival lives up to its popularity!