84 upcoming festivals and live events in Nigeria from the NewAddy catalog. Dated events are listed first, by date, then by popularity.
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| Event | Venue | Location | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calabar Carnival Africa's Biggest Street Party: a month of bands, floats and costume parades through Calabar. | Calabar carnival route | Calabar | 2035-12-01 to 2035-12-31 |
| Lagos International Trade Fair West Africa's largest general trade exhibition, run by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce. | Tafawa Balewa Square | Lagos | 2035-11-03 to 2035-11-11 |
| Argungu International Fishing Festival Thousands of fishermen enter the river at once in a centuries-old Kebbi State contest. | Matan Fada River | Argungu | 2035-03-14 to 2035-03-17 |
| Annual Calabar Carnival Flagship Nigeria's iconic carnival — six days of elaborate parades, music, dance, and cultural pageantry at U.J. Esuene Stadium. | U.J. Esuene Stadium | Calabar | 2026-12-25 to 2026-12-30 |
| Felabration Week-long tribute to Fela Kuti at the New Afrika Shrine around his birthday. | New Afrika Shrine, Ikeja | Lagos | 2035-10-13 to 2035-10-15 |
| Access Bank Lagos City Marathon Nigeria's flagship road marathon, crossing the Eko Bridge into Victoria Island. | National Stadium Surulere | Lagos | 2035-02-04 |
| Kano Durbar Massed horsemen pay homage to the Emir at Eid; dates track the Islamic calendar and are approximate. | Emir's Palace, Kofar Kudu | Kano | 2035-12-01 to 2035-12-03 |
| Uyo Global Christmas Carols Mega Festival Uyo's festive celebration — two days of gospel music and Christmas choral performances. | Uyo Township Stadium Grounds | Uyo | 2026-12-19 to 2026-12-20 |
| The Ofala Festival Onitsha Onitsha's royal celebration — three days of traditional performances at Ime Obi Palace. | Ime Obi Palace Grounds | Onitsha | 2026-10-17 to 2026-10-19 |
| Eko Atlantic Music Festival Lagos's contemporary music festival — three days of Afrobeats, Hip-Hop, and Pop acts at Eko Atlantic City. | Eko Atlantic City Grounds | Lagos | 2026-12-26 to 2026-12-28 |
| Enugu Mmanwu Heritage Festival Enugu's traditional heritage festival — three days of masquerade performances and cultural exhibitions. | Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium | Enugu | 2026-11-06 to 2026-11-08 |
| Aba Megacity Cultural Carnival Aba's cultural celebration — three days of heritage performances, dance, and traditional music showcasing Abia State's rich cultural identity. | Aba Township Stadium | Aba | 2026-12-18 to 2026-12-20 |
| Lagos Fashion Week Premium Runway Lagos's flagship fashion event — four days of runway shows and designer collections. | Federal Palace Exhibition Pavilion | Lagos | 2026-10-22 to 2026-10-25 |
| Warri Again Mega Festival Warri's entertainment festival — two days of comedy, Afrobeats, and live performances. | Delta State Stadium Complex | Warri | 2026-10-24 to 2026-10-25 |
| Jos Chilly Music Festival Jos's music festival — three days of rock, Afrobeats, and alternative live performances. | Jos City Festival Grounds | Jos | 2026-11-20 to 2026-11-22 |
| Benin Royal Arts & Bronze Festival Benin City's arts festival — four days of bronze sculptures, visual art, and cultural exhibitions. | Oba Palace Cultural Arena | Benin City | 2026-11-12 to 2026-11-15 |
| Flytime Fest Lagos's year-end mega festival — five days of Afrobeats, R&B, and Hip-Hop at Eko Convention Centre. | Eko Convention Centre | Lagos | 2026-12-21 to 2026-12-25 |
| Aba Fashion Week Gala & Exhibition Aba's fashion showcase — four days of runway presentations and design exhibitions at El-Dorado Event Centre. | El-Dorado Event Centre Aba | Aba | 2026-11-25 to 2026-11-28 |
| Ibadan Tech and Creative Arts Festival · Tickets | University of Ibadan Lakeside Pavilion | Ibadan | 2026-10-15 to 2026-10-17 |
| Benin International Fashion and Design Week | Edo Hotel Convention Grand Ballroom | Benin City | 2026-10-22 to 2026-10-25 |
| Aba Urban Fashion and Cultural Showcase | Aba Sports Club Arena | Aba | 2026-10-23 to 2026-10-25 |
| Great Ijaw Cultural Celebration | Port Harcourt Civic Centre | Port Harcourt | 2026-10-23 to 2026-10-25 |
| Enugu Coal City Half Marathon | Michael Okpara Square | Enugu | 2026-10-24 |
| South-South Championship Marathon | Port Harcourt | 2026-10-24 to 2026-10-25 | |
| Coal City International Half Marathon | Michael Okpara Square | Enugu | 2026-11-01 |
| Port Harcourt International Film Festival | Hotel Presidential Amphitheatre | Port Harcourt | 2026-11-03 to 2026-11-07 |
| Ibadan Theatre Fringe Festival · Tickets | University of Ibadan Arts Theatre & Wole Soyinka Theatre | Ibadan | 2026-11-04 to 2026-11-08 |
| Igarra Heritage and Cultural Festival | Igarra Civic Square Arena | Igarra | 2026-11-05 to 2026-11-08 |
| Enugu State Mmanwu Masquerade Festival | Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium | Enugu | 2026-11-06 to 2026-11-08 |
| Abeokuta National 10K Race | Alake Palace Grounds | Abeokuta | 2026-11-07 |
| Kaduna City Half Marathon | Murtala Mohammed Square | Kaduna | 2026-11-07 to 2026-11-08 |
| Benin City Gospel Vibe Fest | Evangelical Miracle Pavilion Arena | Benin City | 2026-11-13 to 2026-11-15 |
| Eko Electronic Music Weekend | Landmark Beach Front | Lagos | 2026-11-13 to 2026-11-15 |
| Oyo State Amala Fiesta | Cultural Centre, Mokola Hill | Ibadan | 2026-11-13 to 2026-11-15 |
| Port Harcourt Gospel Mega Festival | Yakup Gowon Stadium | Port Harcourt | 2026-11-13 to 2026-11-15 |
| Abuja Run Festival | Central Park, Abuja | Abuja | 2026-11-14 to 2026-11-15 |
| Enugu Coal City Half Marathon | Michael Okpara Square | Enugu | 2026-11-14 |
| Lagos Women Run | Lagos | 2026-11-14 | |
| Port Harcourt City Marathon | Sharks Stadium | Port Harcourt | 2026-11-14 |
| AREWA Fashion and Food Festival (AFFEST) | Abdullahi Yaro House | Kaduna | 2026-11-15 to 2026-11-17 |
| Anambra International Mega Trade Fair and Cultural Expo | Onitsha Trade Fair Complex | Onitsha | 2026-11-15 to 2026-11-25 |
| Port Harcourt International Marathon | Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium | Port Harcourt | 2026-11-15 |
| Edo State Festival of Arts and Culture (EDOFEST) | Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium | Benin City | 2026-11-20 to 2026-11-25 |
| Port Harcourt Food and Wine Expo | Polo Club Ground | Port Harcourt | 2026-11-20 to 2026-11-22 |
| Aso-Oke International Textile Heritage Festival | Ibadan | 2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 | |
| Benin City International Marathon | Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium | Benin City | 2026-11-21 |
| Niger Delta Endurance Challenge | Aba National High School Grounds | Aba | 2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 |
| Garden City International Marathon | Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium | Port Harcourt | 2026-11-22 |
| 47th Kano International Trade Fair | Trade Fair Complex, Zoo Road | Kano | 2026-11-27 to 2026-12-11 |
| Ibadan Mega Gospel Music Festival | Obafemi Awolowo Stadium (Liberty Stadium) | Ibadan | 2026-11-27 to 2026-11-29 |
| Ikwerre National Cultural Heritage Festival | Yakup Gowon Stadium | Port Harcourt | 2026-11-27 to 2026-11-29 |
| Niger Bridge Premium Block Party | Bridgehead Open Plaza Grounds | Onitsha | 2026-11-27 to 2026-11-29 |
| Ilorin City Half Marathon | Kwara State Stadium Complex | Ilorin | 2026-11-28 |
| Warri Effurun Peace Marathon | Airport Road Effurun | Warri | 2026-11-28 |
| South South Music Festival & Awards | Yakup Gowon Stadium | Port Harcourt | 2026-12-04 to 2026-12-05 |
| Badagry Heritage Marathon | Badagry Slave Route Museum Ground | Lagos | 2026-12-05 |
| Kaduna Marathon | Murtala Square, Kaduna | Kaduna | 2026-12-05 |
| ValueJet Remo Ultra Race & Half Marathon | Ikenne Stadium | Ikenne | 2026-12-05 |
| Benin City Royal Heritage Festival | Oba Palace Cultural Grounds | Benin City | 2026-12-11 to 2026-12-15 |
| Palmwine & Chillin' Cultural Festival | Polo Club Ground | Port Harcourt | 2026-12-11 to 2026-12-13 |
| ValueJet Remo Ultra Marathon | Ikenne Township Stadium | Ikenne | 2026-12-12 |
| ValueJet Remo Ultra Race | Akarigbo Palace Ground | Sagamu | 2026-12-12 |
| Carniriv (Rivers State Cultural Carnival) | Port Harcourt Civic Centre | Port Harcourt | 2026-12-14 to 2026-12-20 |
| Igue Festival | Oba of Benin Palace Grounds | Benin City | 2026-12-14 to 2026-12-23 |
| Asaba Afrobeats Explosion | Delta State Township Stadium | Asaba | 2026-12-18 to 2026-12-20 |
| Ibadan Premium Music Festival · Tickets | Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba | Ibadan | 2026-12-18 to 2026-12-20 |
| Flytime Premium Music Festival | Lagos | 2026-12-22 to 2026-12-25 | |
| Golibe Festival | Onitsha Main Township Stadium | Onitsha | 2026-12-24 to 2026-12-31 |
| Benin City Comedy Kings Festival | Sir Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub Auditorium | Benin City | 2026-12-25 to 2026-12-26 |
| Onitsha Premium Music Carnival | Chuba Ikpeazu Stadium | Onitsha | 2026-12-25 to 2026-12-27 |
| Port Harcourt Afrobeats Mega Festival | Yakup Gowon Stadium | Port Harcourt | 2026-12-25 to 2026-12-27 |
| Afemai Heritage and Cultural Carnival | Auchi Public Field Arena | Auchi | 2026-12-26 to 2026-12-30 |
| Benin Bronze Music Festival | Uniben Sports Complex | Benin City | 2026-12-26 to 2026-12-28 |
| Calabar Carnival Green Festival Run | Calabar Botanical Gardens | Calabar | 2026-12-26 |
| Calabar Carnival High-Production Street Weekend | U.J. Esuene Stadium Route | Calabar | 2026-12-26 to 2026-12-28 |
| Calabar Carnival International 10K | U.J. Esuene Stadium | Calabar | 2026-12-26 |
| The Palmwine Music & Culture Fest · Tickets | Agodi Gardens Botanical Lawn | Ibadan | 2026-12-26 to 2026-12-27 |
| Annual Great Uromi Cultural Carnival | Uromi Central Open Field | Uromi | 2026-12-27 to 2026-12-30 |
| Calabar Carnival 10K Green Run | U. J. Esuene Stadium | Calabar | 2026-12-27 |
| Ososo International Tourist Carnival | Ososo Tourist Centre Amphitheatre | Ososo | 2026-12-27 to 2026-12-30 |
| Enugu Roadblock Premium Street Carnival | Okpara Square Festival Zone | Enugu | 2026-12-29 to 2026-12-30 |
| Ibadan New Year Countdown Jam · Tickets | Lekan Salami Stadium Arena | Ibadan | 2026-12-29 to 2026-12-31 |
| Ikorodu Corporate Half Marathon | Lagos | ||
| Rema Africa Tour Debut | Eko Convention Center | Lagos | 2026-10-30 |