# Event Details

- **Event Name**: IRI-JI (NEW YAM) FESTIVAL 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Igbo drums, yam feast, and vibrant dance—embrace harvest joy at IRI-JI Festival, Nova Scotia’s all-ages celebration of culture.About this EventCelebrate the abundance of a new harvest and the vibrancy of Igbo heritage at Nova Scotia’s annual Iri-Ji (New Yam) Festival—Saturday, 15 August 2026,12:00 PM–6:00 PM, at Rocky Lake Junior High School Halifax, 670 Rocky Lake Drive, Bedford, NS B4A 0C2. Rooted in centuries-old tradition, this open-air gathering blends gratitude, storytelling, and the universal language of food, music, and dance.What awaits you:• Opening blessings—land acknowledgment, prayers, and dual national anthems set a respectful, inclusive tone before the symbolic breaking of kola-nut and the first slice of the new yam .• A sensory feast—sample yam-focused delicacies like ji mmanu (yam with palm oil) and ji akpurakpu mmiri (yam porridge) alongside sizzling barbecue and vegetarian options from local vendors .• Live cultural showcase—fashion parades, Ogene drumming, women’s and children’s dance troupes, masquerade theatrics, and a mass “Dance! Dance!! Dance!!!” finale invite every age and background onto the floor .• Craft & knowledge hub—browse an Igbo art market, join mini-workshops on bead-making or basic Igbo phrases, and meet elders sharing folktales and proverbs that anchor identity across generations .• Community connections—network with local entrepreneurs, discover youth leadership programs, and explore health-and-well-being booths that reflect the festival’s role in newcomer settlement and social integration .Expect vibrant colours, pulsing rhythms, and the warm hospitality of a community eager to share its harvest blessings. Admission is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible; bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets, an appetite, and an open heart for cross-cultural friendship.? Win Big & Celebrate Culture at Iri-Ji 2026! ?Support the Áfàméfùnà Documentary Premiere & Iri-Ji (New Yam) Festival 2026 for a chance to WIN amazing prizes — including a WestJet Round Trip Ticket  valued at $5,300, a TV, a blender, and more!? Open to Nova Scotia residents 19+Every ticket you buy helps bring our cultural celebration to life!Get yours now before they’re gone ➡ Buy Your Ticket Here: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/iri-ji-2026
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/iri-ji-new-yam-festival-2026/100001990956792361
- **Event Categories**: festivals, business, parties, workshops, music, health-wellness, art, trips-adventures, parades, kids, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Age Limit: all_ages
  - door_time: 2026-08-15T14:30:00Z
  - Duration: 6 hours
  - Location: Rocky Lake Junior High School Halifax
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Bedford
- **state**: NS
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Rocky Lake Junior High School Halifax
- **lat**: 44.7468142
- **long**: -63.6388845
- **full address**: Rocky Lake Junior High School Halifax, 670 Rocky Lake Drive, Bedford, Canada

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is IRI-JI (NEW YAM) FESTIVAL 2026 being held?
  - **A:** IRI-JI (NEW YAM) FESTIVAL 2026 takes place on Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Rocky Lake Junior High School Halifax, 670 Rocky Lake Drive, Bedford, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing IRI-JI (NEW YAM) FESTIVAL 2026?
  - **A:** IRI-JI (NEW YAM) FESTIVAL 2026 is organized by NDI IGBO CULTURAL ASSOCIATION, NS.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** IRI-JI (NEW YAM) FESTIVAL 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bedford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If IRI-JI (NEW YAM) FESTIVAL 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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