Name: Diaspora Food Festival 2026
Start: 2026-06-20T12:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-06-20T18:00:00-04:00
Location: Hibernian Hall

Question 1

How much does admission cost to the Diaspora Food Festival?

Accepted Answer

General Admission tickets are $25 (plus fees). VIP tickets are $50 and include a swag bag, a Culinary Traditions live cooking demo, and early 12:00 PM entry with first access to all vendors. Children ages 5 and under are free. Tickets are available online in advance at festival.1hourparty.com.

Question 2

What does my GA ticket fee cover at the Diaspora Food Festival?

Accepted Answer

Your ticket entry fee helps us offset the cost for vendors and helps us compensate Diaspora Food Festival staff. 1 Hour Party is a 501(c)(3) public charity that supports new and emerging business owners through our networking events, meet-ups and other resources.

Question 3

What are the entry times for the Diaspora Food Festival?

Accepted Answer

There are three entry windows: VIP entry at 12:00 PM, and General Admission entry at 1:00 PM or 3:00 PM. VIP ticket holders get first access to vendors before the general public arrives. The event runs from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM on June 20, 2026.

Question 4

What do VIP tickets include at the Diaspora Food Festival?

Accepted Answer

VIP tickets ($50) include everything in General Admission, plus: 12:00 PM early access to all vendors, a Culinary Traditions live cooking demo, lounge access, a swag bag (first 50 guests), and 2 drinks from the bar included.

Question 5

Is the Diaspora Food Festival family friendly?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Diaspora Food Festival is a family event welcoming guests of all ages. Children ages 5 and under are free to enter without a ticket. There will be plenty of food options and cultural activities the whole family can enjoy.

Question 6

How does food and beverage purchasing work at the Diaspora Food Festival?

Accepted Answer

All food and beverages are purchased directly from vendors on site — no pre-loading tokens or cards required. Bring cash or card; most vendors will accept both.

Question 7

Where can I park near Hibernian Hall in Roxbury?

Accepted Answer

Parking near Hibernian Hall in Roxbury is limited. We strongly encourage guests to take the MBTA (the venue is near several bus routes in Dudley/Nubian Square) or use a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft.

Question 8

Is Hibernian Hall ADA accessible?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Hibernian Hall is ADA accessible with accessible entrances and restrooms. If you have specific accessibility needs, please reach out to us ahead of the event at info@1hourparty.com.

Question 9

What kind of food will be at the Diaspora Food Festival?

Accepted Answer

Expect a curated marketplace of 14+ diaspora-owned food vendors representing cultures from around the world — Caribbean, West African, East African, Latin American, Haitian, Cape Verdean, Southeast Asian, and more. Vendors offer a variety of dietary options including Halal, Vegan, and Vegetarian.

Question 10

Will tickets to the Diaspora Food Festival sell out?

Accepted Answer

Capacity at Hibernian Hall is limited to 250 guests. We recommend purchasing tickets online in advance to guarantee your spot.

Question 11

Who is the Diaspora Food Festival for?

Accepted Answer

This event is for everyone — especially the immigrant and diaspora communities that make Greater Boston so vibrant. Whether you're from Roxbury, Dorchester, Mattapan, East Boston, Everett, Chelsea, Lynn, Brockton, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, or anywhere across the region, you belong here.

Question 12

How do I apply as a food vendor at the Diaspora Food Festival?

Accepted Answer

Visit the festival website at festival.1hourparty.com and scroll to the Apply to Vend section. Fill out the vendor application form — a 6 ft. table is $300. The team will review your application and be in touch within a few business days.

Question 13

Where is the Diaspora Food Festival located?

Accepted Answer

The Diaspora Food Festival takes place at Hibernian Hall, 184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, Boston, MA 02119 — a historic ballroom near Nubian Square operated by Madison Park Development Corporation.

Question 14

Who is organizing the Diaspora Food Festival?

Accepted Answer

The Diaspora Food Festival is presented by 1 Hour Party, Inc., a 501(c)(3) public charity based in Roxbury, Boston, dedicated to creating cultural events that connect immigrant and BIPOC communities through food, music, and shared celebration.

Diaspora Food Festival 2026 — Roxbury, Boston