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Festivals Events in Lagos

Multi-day festivals, street parties, and celebrations in Lagos.

9 upcoming festivals events

Afronation 🇵🇹2026

Fri, 3 Jul 2026

16 Thomas Salako

AfroNation Lagos 2026 is a high-energy Afrobeat and global-music festival in Lagos, Nigeria, featuring top artists across multiple stages for a day of immersive performances and festival culture in Nigeria's vibrant city.

LIPFest 2026 — Opening Ceremony & Workshops

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 at 11:00

Alliance Française, Ikoyi

Opening day of Lagos International Poetry Festival 2026 at Alliance Française, Ikoyi. This opening features workshops, panel discussions, and a ceremonial launch, kicking off a week of readings, performances, and community outreach to celebrate poetry.

LIPFest 2026 — The People & Poetry

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 at 13:00

Glover Memorial Hall

Day 3 of Lagos International Poetry Festival at Glover Memorial Hall features community outreach, hands-on poetry workshops, cultural exchanges, and evening performances by poets from Nigeria and beyond. A vibrant hub for language, culture, and creative exchange.

#EatDrinkFestival Lagos

Mon, 14 Dec 2026 at 11:00

Sheraton Lagos Hotel

EatDrinkFestival Lagos is a premier food and drink festival featuring bites and sips from top chefs, restaurants, and street vendors in Lagos, Nigeria. Returning after pandemic pauses, it highlights local pop-ups, chef showcases, and a vibrant celebration of Lagos’ culinary scene across multiple venues.

Ofada Rice Day Festival 2026

Sun, 6 Dec 2026 at 12:00

Muri Okunola Park

The Ofada Rice Day Festival at Muri Okunola Park celebrates Nigeria's indigenous Ofada rice with tastings, cooking contests, live music, and cultural performances in a vibrant Lagos setting.

Foodie in Lagos Festival

Thu, 17 Dec 2026 at 11:00

Sheraton Lagos Hotel

Foodie in Lagos Festival brings 40+ food and drink vendors, live performances, and festive experiences to Lagos. This outdoor celebration offers diverse cuisines, chef showcases, and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere for locals and visitors.

Miss Celebrity Africa Beauty Pageant 2026

Mon, 29 Mar 2027 at 09:00

The Civic Centre

A glamorous Miss Celebrity Africa Beauty Pageant 2026 goes live in Lagos, Nigeria. The evening features contestants, dazzling performances, red-carpet moments, and the crowning of Africa's beauty queen, in a festive cultural pageant atmosphere.

GTCO Food and Drink Festival

Sat, 1 May 2027 at 11:00

GTCentre

GTCO's Food and Drink Festival at GTCentre offers free entry to a vibrant celebration of culinary and beverage delights, including a Food Film screening. Sample dishes and beverages from multiple vendors in a lively indoor venue that blends food fun with cinematic flavor.

Cultural Nite

Thu, 4 Feb 2027 at 19:00

16 Thomas Salako

Cultural Nite is a casual, weekly Lagos gathering every Wednesday celebrating local culture with live performances and community vibes. Free entry makes it accessible for adults and visitors, offering a relaxed scene to mingle, discover art, and enjoy Nigerian culture in a welcoming setting.

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