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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. Entry is free but seats are first come, first served. Tickets: Free (limited space).
A 'dirty rave' night in Utako with DJs playing house, amapiano, Afro house and EDM. The organisers promise visuals, cocktails and a high-energy dance floor. Runs late into the early hours. Tickets: ₦8,333 - ₦30,000.
A two-day festival celebrating natural African hair, styling and beauty culture. Organised by the African Hair Summit at Transcorp Hilton. Ticket details were not yet published.
DJ Tunez brings his Blackout party to Cage Club in Wuse 2 for two nights over the weekend of 12-13 December. RSVP is via djtunezblackout.com; ticket prices and times were not stated.
A two-day exhibition of Nigerian-made products — processed food, hair and beauty, raw materials and leather and fashion — aimed at connecting local brands with buyers and investors. Open 8:00 am to 6:00 pm both days. Not to be confused with the Made in Nigeria Shoe Expo, which is a separate event.
A masquerade-themed social party with music, dancing and entertainment at Tobix Park in Kado. Guests are asked to come in elegant masks. The ticket page lists a multi-day window from 12 December. Tickets: ₦5,000 - ₦10,000.
The third Splash pool party is an all-day December catch-up with music, swimming, games, food and drinks. The day session flows into an evening party. The exact venue is listed only as Abuja. Tickets: Free - ₦400,000 (tables).
Wizkid headlines the Live Out Loud Music Festival at Eagle Square. Gates open at 4:00 pm and Wizkid is due on stage at 10:00 pm, with support acts before him. Tickets are ₦50,000 on the official ticket page (branded “Wizkid Live in Abuja”). More details are on the organiser’s site, lolmusicfest.com.
A runway show featuring Abuja designers, combined with live music performances. A panel discusses AI, blockchain and the creator economy. Held at Monoliza in the Central Business District. Tickets: ₦8,500 - ₦20,000.
Fam ODB headlines Family Reunion, a live concert at Bali Abuja in City Park, Wuse 2, starting at 6:00 pm and running about four hours. Tickets are ₦10,000. The ticket page shows a waitlist, so check availability early.