• TheArtBar 3.0 — Sip and Paint

    Top Golf Restaurant & Bar Package B, National Stadium, Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria

    A guided sip-and-paint session at the Top Golf restaurant by the National Stadium. Materials are included in the ticket. A relaxed creative outing for groups and couples. Tickets: ₦10,000 - ₦15,000.

    Free
  • Movie in the Park — Abuja Edition

    Bali Abuja, City Park City Park, Ahmadu Bello Way, Wuse 2, Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria

    Nigeria's large outdoor film-screening series sets up its big screen at City Park in Wuse 2. Guests watch under the stars with food, drinks and music. A relaxed Halloween-weekend alternative to clubbing. Tickets: ₦4,000 - ₦5,000.

    Free
  • FESTMINT 2026 — Made in Nigeria Textiles Festival

    FCT Exhibition Pavilion Herbert Macaulay Way, Central Area, beside the International Conference Centre, Abuja, Nigeria

    A five-day festival of Nigerian textiles, fashion and crafts organised by Made in Nigeria Textiles (MiNT), with exhibition stands, cultural showcases and the Miss MiNT Nigeria pageant. The 2025 edition brought together more than 100 exhibitors. A good place to browse and buy locally made fabrics and accessories. Daily opening hours and visitor entry details […]

  • African SDGs Film Festival 2026

    Silverbird Cinemas Abuja 1161, Memorial Drive, By Musa Yar'adua Center, Central Business District, Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

    The African SDGs Film Festival aims to inspire, educate, and mobilize communities across Africa towards achieving the SDGs. Following the resounding success of our inaugural edition in 2025—which saw over 2,500 film submissions from 50 countries—the African SDGs Film Festival (ASFF) is back! Powered by Chanja Datti, ASFF is a pioneering initiative dedicated to inspiring, […]

  • Poetry, Play & Party (PPP)

    Whispers Art Haus 2047 Shehu Shagari Way, Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria

    An evening that combines poetry, performance, music and games with conversations on mental wellness. It is staged at Whispers Art Haus in Maitama. The organisers frame it as a creative community night rather than a straight party. Tickets: ₦6,500 - ₦20,000.

    Free
  • iBelieve Carnival Nigeria 2026

    Jabi Lake Mall Bala Sokoto Way, Jabi, Abuja, Nigeria

    The iBelieve Carnival comes to Abuja alongside the African Trade, Tourism and Culture Expo, running at Jabi Lake Mall from 10 to 12 November. The public street carnival, with five carnival bands, takes place on Thursday 12 November. Times and the parade route have not been published yet, so check the organiser’s site before you […]

  • Capital Kpoetics

    Bally Store, Jabi Lake Mall Bala Sokoto Way, Jabi, Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria

    An intimate spoken-word and storytelling evening featuring some of Abuja's best-known poets. Performers include filmmaker and musician Jesimiel Damina. Held inside Jabi Lake Mall. Tickets: ₦12,500 - ₦50,000.

    Free
  • The Arewa Festival 2026

    21 Arena (Arena 21), Arts & Crafts Village Arts & Crafts Village, Central Business District, Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria

    A two-day celebration of northern Nigerian culture, commerce and creativity, with exhibitors drawn from all 19 northern states. The programme includes vendor stands, food stalls, a stage and a fashion runway. VIP passes (limited to 50) include reserved seating and networking with dignitaries. Exact daily times are not published; treat as all-day. Tickets: ₦50,000 (VIP); […]

  • Zia Bookclub Reading Party

    Millennium Park 5 Usuma Street, Maitama, Abuja, FCT 900103, Abuja, Nigeria

    An afternoon reading party in Millennium Park, billed as the biggest in Abuja. Book lovers bring something to read and join in games, activities and giveaways. Tickets: Free.

    Free
  • ISWIS Live in Abuja (I Said What I Said podcast)

    Transcorp Center 1 Aguiyi Ironsi St, Maitama, Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria

    Hosts Jola and FK take their popular I Said What I Said podcast on the road for a live recording in the capital. The show promises frank conversations and comedy in front of a live audience. It follows two Lagos dates earlier in November. Tickets: ₦27,000 - ₦60,000.

    Free