Afro Music Fest Event Guide

2025 Afro Music Fest YEG is coming to Fan Park @ ICE District headlined by global superstars Davido & Demarco!

“OEGSE’s vision for Fan Park @ ICE District is all about bringing diverse community groups and entertainment experiences to the heart of our city,” said Stu Ballantyne, President and COO, Rogers Place and ICE District, OEGSE. “We are excited to partner with The Connect Nation and Africa Centre to bring the best of Afro-Caribbean music, culture and community to our city and welcome a true global icon, Davido, to Fan Park for an unforgettable evening.”

Friday, August 15, 2025

Gates Open (Free Admission) 11:00 AM
Site Closes 5:00 PM
Concert Gates Open (Ticket Required) 6:00 PM

Saturday, August 16, 2025

Gates Open (Free Admission) 11:00 AM
Site Closes 5:00 PM
Concert Gates Open (Ticket Required) 6:00 PM

Venue Access

A map of an entertainment or sports district centered around Rogers Place, a large venue shown in the middle. Key locations include Downtown Community Arena (northeast, blue box), Fanpark (east, orange), an adjacent off-leash dog park, Connect Centre (southwest, red), ICE Plaza (orange, next to Connect Centre), JW Marriott hotel (near ICE Plaza), Stantec Tower (southeast corner), Sky Residences (beside Stantec Tower), Edmonton Tower (east of Stantec Tower), and Bell Tower (further southeast). Streets such as 101 Street NW, 102 Street NW, 103 Avenue NW, and 104 Avenue NW are labeled, with north indicated. Symbols for parking and public transit (Macewan Station LRT) are also shown. The map highlights amenities and attractions in a well-organized urban area.

ICE District Central Parkade

Brightly lit & security patrolled, the ICE District Central Parkade has hundreds of heated spaces and convenient access to ICE District and located on the north side of 103 Ave just west of 103 St. The parkade offers 6’10” (2.08 m) clearance and quick access to ICE District.

ICE District Bag Policy

Bags and purses are allowed, however bags larger than 12″ x 12″ x 6″ (i.e. backpacks, suitcases, beach bags, etc.) are prohibited from entry into Fan Park @ ICE District. All other bags will be permitted after a physical inspection of its contents.

To assist with entry into the venue with a medically necessary bag, please contact our Ticketing & Customer Services Team in advance of the event at 780-414-4625 or info@rogersplace.com

LOILTY Rewards

Register for LOILTY Rewards to earn points by checking in at this event and scanning at concession!

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Re-Entry Policy

ICE District is committed to providing guests the safest and most secure environment. Exiting and re-entering the venue will not be permitted at ICE District. Once a ticketed guest has been scanned into ICE District, guests cannot exit the building and return during the event.

Smoking & Cannabis Policy

For the enjoyment of all of our guests, ICE District is a smoke-free environment. All forms of smoking, including the use of cannabis products and electronic cigarettes (vaping), is not permitted on ICE District property. Please be aware that guests will not be permitted to exit and re-enter the venue during events.

FAQS

The Downtown location makes Fan Park easily accessible by transit, with over 40 bus routes and 5 LRT stations within walking. For more information on transit, visit takeETS.com/Downtown.

For the safety and security of all Fan Park guests and employees, the following items are not permitted at Fan Park:

  • Weapons or replicas of any kind including but not limited to:
    • Guns, firearms, ammunition, stun guns
    • Self-defense sprays, fuels, torches, lighter fluid
    • Bats, brass knuckles, batons, martial art weapons
    • Knives, razor blades, box cutters, scissors, tools
    • Explosives, aerosols and fireworks
  • All bags, backpacks, and purses – small clutches and wallets are still permitted
  • Illegal drugs, illicit substances or prescription narcotics in non-labelled containers
  • Umbrellas
  • Cameras with lenses longer than 3” (detachable or non-detachable)
  • Video cameras and the use of video capable devices such as GoPro
  • Tripods, selfie sticks, telescopic or similar devices
  • Items intended to create an optical distraction (laser pointing devices)
  • Aerosol cans or noisemaking devices, whistles, cow bells, air horns and plastic horns such as vuvuzelas
  • Any size pole or stick, including those associated with banners or flags
  • All outside food and beverage
  • Projectiles including, but not limited to, inflatable balls, frisbees and hula hoops
  • Non-service animals
  • Seat cushions, portable chairs
  • Roller blades, skateboards, scooters and bicycles
  • Drones (unmanned aircraft systems) or other model aircraft
  • Inappropriate attire or signage including all gang affiliations
  • Fan Park reserves the right in their absolute discretion to deny access for any item(s) deemed disruptive or a safety concern.

All prohibited items must be appropriately disposed of prior to entry to Fan Park being granted.

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