Elida Almeida

Tickets cost $26.90 (including service charges). 
Ages 16 and under MUST be ticketed but receive free admission. Proof of age may be required for entrance.

Night Market is one of the most fun ways to experience the International Folk Art Market. The Night Market will be a lively 3-hour Global Music and Shopping event inspired by the famous open-air nighttime bazaars worldwide, where people come together to eat, drink, and socialize. 

Folk Art Market runs from July 9 to 12. Click here for more info.

Born on the island of Santiago, Elida Almeida honed her vocal skills singing church hymns and developed her musical knowledge by hosting a radio show in Maio, where she grew up after her father's death. Driven by a passion for education and a deep connection to her roots, she composed songs reflecting love and social concern.

Her debut album, Nta Konsigui, gained international attention when one of its songs was featured in the Portuguese TV soap A Unica Mulher. Awarded the RFI Découvertes prize in 2015, Elida's warm and powerful voice quickly captivated audiences worldwide, earning her a place on major music stages across Europe, Africa, and North America.

Her second album, Kebrada, named after her childhood village, celebrates her African identity by blending Cape Verdean rhythms like batuque, funaná, coladera, and tabanka with Latin influences. Establishing herself as the voice of a new generation with Gerasonobu, Elida proudly serves as a spokesperson for her "little country," Cape Verde.

Eight years after her 2014 debut, Elida's 5th album, Di Lonji ("From Afar"), reflects on her extraordinary journey—from the remote interior of Santiago to performing in over 50 countries and receiving numerous awards. 

Elida Almeida's career, marked by talent, tenacity, and deep respect for her roots, continues to inspire and resonate worldwide.