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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261031T160000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261031T220000
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SUMMARY:TheArtBar 3.0 — Sip and Paint
DESCRIPTION:A guided sip-and-paint session at the Top Golf restaurant by the National Stadium. Materials are included in the ticket. \nA relaxed creative outing for groups and couples. Tickets: ₦10\,000 – ₦15\,000.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/theartbar-3-0-sip-and-paint/
LOCATION:Top Golf Restaurant & Bar\, Package B\, National Stadium\, Abuja\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261031T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261101T003000
DTSTAMP:20261024T160130Z
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UID:1358-1793469600-1793493000@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:Movie in the Park — Abuja Edition
DESCRIPTION: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. \nA relaxed Halloween-weekend alternative to clubbing. Tickets: ₦4\,000 – ₦5\,000.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/movie-in-the-park-abuja-edition/
LOCATION:Bali Abuja\, City Park\, City Park\, Ahmadu Bello Way\, Wuse 2\, Abuja\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261102T000000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261106T235959
DTSTAMP:20260917T143219Z
CREATED:20260917T143219Z
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SUMMARY:FESTMINT 2026 — Made in Nigeria Textiles Festival
DESCRIPTION: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. \nA good place to browse and buy locally made fabrics and accessories. Daily opening hours and visitor entry details have not been published\, so check with the organiser before you go.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/festmint-2026-made-in-nigeria-textiles-festival/
LOCATION:FCT Exhibition Pavilion\, Herbert Macaulay Way\, Central Area\, beside the International Conference Centre\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261104T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261105T160000
DTSTAMP:20261017T151706Z
CREATED:20261015T155612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261017T151706Z
UID:237-1793786400-1793894400@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:African SDGs Film Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:The African SDGs Film Festival aims to inspire\, educate\, and mobilize communities across Africa towards achieving the SDGs. \n\n\n\n\nFollowing 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! \nPowered by Chanja Datti\, ASFF is a pioneering initiative dedicated to inspiring\, educating\, and mobilizing communities towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. We provide a unique platform where creative storytelling meets social advocacy\, bridging the gap between high-level policy and grassroots action. \n\n\nNote: Tickets are currently on sale for Wednesday 4 November (10am–4pm\, Silverbird Cinemas). The festival also lists 5 November\, but the Day 2 programme and venue have not been published yet.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/african-sdgs-film-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Silverbird Cinemas Abuja\, 1161\, Memorial Drive\, By Musa Yar'adua Center\, Central Business District\, Abuja\, FCT\, 904101\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261108T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261108T230000
DTSTAMP:20261024T165903Z
CREATED:20261024T165903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T165903Z
UID:1384-1794164400-1794178800@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:Poetry\, Play & Party (PPP)
DESCRIPTION:An evening that combines poetry\, performance\, music and games with conversations on mental wellness. It is staged at Whispers Art Haus in Maitama. \nThe organisers frame it as a creative community night rather than a straight party. Tickets: ₦6\,500 – ₦20\,000.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/poetry-play-party-ppp/
LOCATION:Whispers Art Haus\, 2047 Shehu Shagari Way\, Maitama\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261110T000000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261112T235959
DTSTAMP:20261015T153130Z
CREATED:20261015T152013Z
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UID:790-1794268800-1794527999@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:iBelieve Carnival Nigeria 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTimes and the parade route have not been published yet\, so check the organiser’s site before you go. \nIllustrative photo\, not from this event. Photo: Teemages\, CC BY-SA 4.0\, via Wikimedia Commons.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/ibelieve-carnival-nigeria-2026/
LOCATION:Jabi Lake Mall\, Bala Sokoto Way\, Jabi\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261112T193000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261112T220000
DTSTAMP:20261024T165900Z
CREATED:20261024T165900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T165900Z
UID:1382-1794511800-1794520800@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:Capital Kpoetics
DESCRIPTION:An intimate spoken-word and storytelling evening featuring some of Abuja’s best-known poets. Performers include filmmaker and musician Jesimiel Damina. \nHeld inside Jabi Lake Mall. Tickets: ₦12\,500 – ₦50\,000.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/capital-kpoetics/
LOCATION:Bally Store\, Jabi Lake Mall\, Bala Sokoto Way\, Jabi\, Abuja\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261121T000000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261122T235959
DTSTAMP:20261024T193508Z
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UID:1423-1795219200-1795391999@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:The Arewa Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nVIP 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); general admission not stated.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/the-arewa-festival-2026/
LOCATION:21 Arena (Arena 21)\, Arts & Crafts Village\, Arts & Crafts Village\, Central Business District\, Abuja\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261128T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261128T170000
DTSTAMP:20261024T193700Z
CREATED:20261024T193700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T193700Z
UID:1458-1795867200-1795885200@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:Zia Bookclub Reading Party
DESCRIPTION:An afternoon reading party in Millennium Park\, billed as the biggest in Abuja. \nBook lovers bring something to read and join in games\, activities and giveaways. Tickets: Free.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/zia-bookclub-reading-party/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 5 Usuma Street\, Maitama\, Abuja\, FCT 900103\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Free Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261128T170000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261128T210000
DTSTAMP:20261024T195206Z
CREATED:20261024T195206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T195206Z
UID:1350-1795885200-1795899600@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:ISWIS Live in Abuja (I Said What I Said podcast)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIt follows two Lagos dates earlier in November. Tickets: ₦27\,000 – ₦60\,000.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/iswis-live-in-abuja-i-said-what-i-said-podcast/
LOCATION:Transcorp Center\, 1 Aguiyi Ironsi St\, Maitama\, Abuja\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261128T170000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261128T230000
DTSTAMP:20261024T160314Z
CREATED:20261024T160314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T160314Z
UID:1365-1795885200-1795906800@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:ARA Festival 2026: Reimagining the Culture
DESCRIPTION:A festival mixing circus acts\, magic\, dance\, music and Nigerian cultural performances. The programme also lists a trade fair and a city tour. \nIt is held at Village by Tikera off Atiku Abubakar Way. Tickets: ₦10\,000 – ₦50\,000.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/ara-festival-2026-reimagining-the-culture/
LOCATION:Village by Tikera\, Plot 888 Atiku Abubakar Way\, Idu Industrial Area\, Abuja\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261129T160000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261129T200000
DTSTAMP:20261024T165911Z
CREATED:20261024T165911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T165911Z
UID:1387-1795968000-1795982400@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:The Magic of Cinema '26
DESCRIPTION:A screening of short films by independent filmmakers with live jazz and conversation. It doubles as a meet-up for film lovers and creatives. \nHeld in Garki 2. Tickets: ₦3\,500 – ₦7\,500.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/the-magic-of-cinema-26/
LOCATION:The Arete Place\, 12 Takum St\, off Michika St\, Garki 2\, Abuja\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261201T000000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261205T235959
DTSTAMP:20261017T205200Z
CREATED:20261017T205200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261017T205200Z
UID:1215-1796083200-1796515199@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:Carnival of Stories: This Is Nigeria\, Chapter by Chapter
DESCRIPTION:A five-day festival built around a hand-made clay city you can walk through\, from the Zaure welcome space past the Grove of Ancestors\, the Durbar Court and the Court of Masks to the Impluvium. Expect talks and showcases on Nigerian history\, food\, spirituality\, art and architecture. \nCreated by JT Agency. The venue and ticket details have not been announced yet. \nIllustrative photo\, not from this event. Photo: Chukwukajustice\, CC BY-SA 4.0\, via Wikimedia Commons.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/carnival-of-stories-this-is-nigeria-chapter-by-chapter/
LOCATION:Abuja (venue to be announced)\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261204T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261205T193000
DTSTAMP:20261024T193646Z
CREATED:20261024T193646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T193646Z
UID:1451-1796374800-1796499000@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:Africa Creative Showcase 2026
DESCRIPTION:A two-day creative-industry festival (4-5 Dec) with film screenings\, live music and performance\, fashion runway shows and creative-tech exhibits. \nIt aims to link Nigerian filmmakers\, musicians\, designers and artists with markets and investors. Tickets: Free.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/africa-creative-showcase-2026/
LOCATION:Old Parade Ground\, Muhammadu Buhari Way\, Garki\, Abuja\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Free Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261206T170000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261206T210000
DTSTAMP:20261024T193657Z
CREATED:20261024T193657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T193657Z
UID:1455-1796576400-1796590800@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:FESTODRAM 2026 — A Festival of Drama
DESCRIPTION:An annual drama festival by TATIM Drama\, this year staging the play ‘Watchmen’ about a generation that refuses to bow. The evening mixes drama\, dance and music. \nEntry is free but seats are first come\, first served. Tickets: Free (limited space).
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/festodram-2026-a-festival-of-drama/
LOCATION:TATIM Family Pavilion\, After Calabar Pot\, Lokogoma Road\, Gudu\, Abuja\, FCT 900017\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Free Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261211T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261212T220000
DTSTAMP:20261024T193540Z
CREATED:20261024T193540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T193540Z
UID:1224-1797012000-1797112800@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:Afro Hair Culture & Beauty Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:A two-day festival celebrating natural African hair\, styling and beauty culture. \nOrganised by the African Hair Summit at Transcorp Hilton. Ticket details were not yet published.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/afro-hair-culture-beauty-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Transcorp Hilton Abuja\, 1 Aguiyi Ironsi Street\, Maitama\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261213T170000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261214T000000
DTSTAMP:20261024T195222Z
CREATED:20261024T195222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T195222Z
UID:1389-1797181200-1797206400@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:Heritage Fashion Show
DESCRIPTION:A runway show featuring Abuja designers\, combined with live music performances. A panel discusses AI\, blockchain and the creator economy. \nHeld at Monoliza in the Central Business District. Tickets: ₦8\,500 – ₦20\,000.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/heritage-fashion-show/
LOCATION:Monoliza Event Center\, R.B. Dikko Rd\, Central Business District\, Abuja\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261220T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20261221T000000
DTSTAMP:20261024T193544Z
CREATED:20261024T193544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261024T193544Z
UID:981-1797778800-1797811200@www.visitabuja.org
SUMMARY:GENXPO 2026
DESCRIPTION:A youth culture festival combining live music and DJs\, fashion shows\, games\, food and shopping vendors. It is presented by MAM Autos at Tobix Park in Kado. \nRuns from afternoon until midnight. Tickets: ₦7\,000 – ₦20\,000.
URL:https://www.visitabuja.org/event/genxpo-2026/
LOCATION:Tobix Recreational Park and Garden\, Ahmadu Bello Way\, Kado\, Abuja\, Abuja\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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