Historic Eatonville’s annual Zora! Festival honoring local writer Zora Neale Hurston returns with a full week of events.
The centerpiece Outdoor Festival of the Arts kicks off on Friday with Education Day, a student- and teacher-centered event that encourages the next generation to explore history, art and STEM through exhibitions, performances and guided tours.
Saturday (Family Day) features an All-White Attire Celebration filled with cultural expression and live music. Headliner Jubu Smith, guitarist for the band Maze, will honor late colleague Frankie Beverly in a soulful tribute. Live music from Brick, Tyesha Williams and SunSet Band will also enliven the celebration. In addition to music, Saturday features a culturally diverse artisan marketplace and the food village showcasing Black culinary excellence.
The outdoor festival concludes Sunday with Reflection Day, a celebration of community and heritage featuring musicians Jeter Jones, Mike Clark Jr., and Boss Lady Coco. There will also be a line-dance throwdown and a closing ceremony.
Friday-Sunday, Jan. 30-Feb. 1, Historic Eatonville Festival Grounds, 334 E. Kennedy Blvd., Eatonville, zorafestival.org, $20-$100.
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This article appears in Jan. 28-Feb. 3, 2026.