11th Annual Pan-African Festival Weekend in San Antonio with Special Guest- Anthony T. Browder
May 1–3, 2026 | San Antonio, Texas (3-days – 3 locations)
Join the Pan African Cultural Community (PACC), Melaneyes Media, and the San Antonio Black International Film Festival (SABIFF) for an empowering cultural weekend featuring renowned Egyptologist, historian, and author Anthony T. Browder.
This special Pan-African Festival Weekend will explore the remarkable journey of Africans and their immense contributions to world civilization.
Anthony T. Browder—author, publisher, cultural historian, and educational consultant—will take participants on a captivating intellectual journey from Africa to America, connecting ancient knowledge with modern realities.
Special Book Launch
During this weekend celebration, Browder will introduce his newest book:
A Browder Perspective: My 50-Year Journey to Enlightenment
(From the Browder File, Vol. III)
This powerful work reflects Browder’s lifelong dedication to research, scholarship, and the advancement of African-centered historical understanding.
A Weekend of History, Culture & Community
The 11th Annual Pan-African Festival proudly welcomes Anthony T. Browder back to San Antonio for a dynamic experience that brings together:
Inspiring historical lectures
Documentary film screenings
Cultural celebration and African fashion
Community dialogue and discussion
Book signings with the author
A vibrant Pan-African marketplace
This unforgettable weekend will highlight the importance of historical knowledge, cultural memory, and the global contributions of African people.
The Pan African Festival Weekend brings together powerful film, scholarship, cultural celebration, and community dialogue. You won’t want to miss this inspiring weekend.
FRIDAY | May 1 (Evening Presentation)
Food • Fashion • Film • Fun
Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM(Doors open @ 6p.m.)
Tickets: $50
📍 AME Bethel Community Center
225 N Swiss St.
San Antonio, TX 78202
Evening Schedule
6:30 PM – Libations, Taste of Africa, and Fashion
Enjoy African cuisine, cultural fellowship, and fashion. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their best African attire.
7:30 PM – Documentary Film Screening
John Henrik Clarke: A Long and Mighty Walk
This powerful documentary by filmmaker St. Clair Bourne explores the life and legacy of legendary historian Dr. John Henrik Clarke.
Executive produced and narrated by Wesley Snipes.
8:45 PM – Post-Film Discussion with Anthony Browder
A special tribute and conversation about Browder’s personal relationship with Dr. Clarke and the profound influence of African-centered scholarship.
SATURDAY | May 2 (Daytime Event)
Pan-African Festival -Cultural Entertainment, Marketplace, Youth Activities and more...
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM- Admission: FREE
10AM-12PM - Pan African Conversation
12PM - 4PM- Festival, Cultural entertaiment, Marketplace
📍 Second Baptist Cultural Center
3310 E Commerce St.
San Antonio, TX 78220
Celebrate culture and community with:
• African and diaspora vendors
• Cultural entertainment
• Food vendors
• Community organizations
• Books and cultural products
1:30 PM – Book Signing with Anthony T. Browder
Meet the author and purchase a signed copy of his newest book.
“A Browder Perspective, My 50 Year Journey To Enlightenment.” by Anthony T. Browder
SATURDAY | May 2 (Evening Presentation)
The Pan-African Contribution to Civilization From Africa to America: A Browder Perspective
Anthony Browder shares an in-depth perspective from his 50-year journey to enlightenment, exploring the historical contributions of African civilizations and their impact across the world.
Time: 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Doors Open: 6:45 PM
Tickets: $25
📍 AME Bethel Community Center
225 N Swiss St.
San Antonio, TX 78202
This dynamic historical lecture connects ancient African knowledge with today’s global realities, highlighting the importance of cultural memory, historical truth, and intellectual independence in the face of modern-day recolonization efforts.
SUNDAY | May 3(Daytime Event)
Film Screening "Walk on the River 2.0: The African Influence in San Antonio” by Melaneyes Media
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Admission: FREE| Donations Accepted
📍 3455 MLK Drive
San Antonio, TX 78220
The Pan-African Cultural Community presents Part Two of Melaneyes Media’s locally produced documentary, exploring the deep African cultural roots in San Antonio and the historic contributions that must never be forgotten.