# Event Details - **Event Name**: WEST AFRICAN KIZOMBA FESTIVAL 11TH EDITION - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 23 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 01 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 am - **Event Description**: Français en dessous / French Below. ▂▃▅ ★ TOURISM & DANCE ★ West African ??????? Festival 11th☆ ▅▃▂ ★ ????????: 23rd _*February*_ - 1st March | ???6 ★ ????? Tourism: Feb 23rd – 25th feb | ???6 ★ ? ??????? ? This post will fuel your wakf 2026 – and make the West African ??????? Festival a blast experience in West Africa. ★ ????????: 23rd Feb- 1st March | ???6 ★ ????? Tourism: Feb 23rd – 25th feb | ???6 ★ ? ??????? ? This post will fuel your WAKF – and make the WAKF your Festival Bucket list for 2026! ???f ?????? ? **Experience the Ultimate Thrill at the West African Kizomba Festival 2026!** ? From **February 23rd February to 1st March, 2026**, Cotonou will be the beating heart of the **11th edition** of West Africa’s biggest kizomba festival! ? Immerse yourself in an enchanting atmosphere where dance passion meets human warmth. Magical nights, dancers from around the world, and rhythms that will make your soul vibrate down to your toes. ?? Benin, a land of legendary hospitality, welcomes you with open arms. Here, every smile is genuine, and every encounter is a story waiting to be told. ❤️ But the festival doesn’t stop at the dance floor! Take this opportunity to explore the **cultural and historical richness** of the region: - **Ouidah**: Walk the Route of the Slaves, visit the Temple of Pythons, and feel the deep emotions of this historic site. - **Abomey**: Discover the UNESCO-listed Royal Palaces and the legends of the Kings of Dahomey. - **Cotonou**: Dantokpa Market *by day*, golden sandy beaches *by sunset*, and kizomba nights *by night*. The city that never sleeps (unless you overdo the local sodabi). ?️? - **Porto-Novo**: A mix of colonial architecture, captivating museums, and *quirky* culture. Perfect for Instagram addicts and the curious! ? - **Grand-Popo**: Secluded beaches, coconut trees, and *chill* vibes. Ideal for relaxing… or dancing barefoot under the moonlight. ?? - **Tanougou Waterfalls**: A natural shower after a night of dancing? Yes, and it’s Instagram-worthy too! ?? - **Pendjari National Park**: Lions, elephants, and breathtaking landscapes. A safari to make you feel like Simba… but in dancer mode. ?✨ The West African Kizomba Festival is more than just an event—it’s a total immersion into the culture, dance, and traditions of a country with countless facets. ?✨ ? **Save the dates now** and get ready for an unforgettable week where dancers, travelers, and culture lovers unite under the Beninese sun. ? **Info & Registration**: ? **Contact**: westafricankizombafestival@gmail.com ? **Tel**: 0033 650520885 / 00229 0167298319 ? **Payment**: ? https://my.weezevent.com/west-african-kizomba-festival-11th-edition ? **PayPal**: westafricankizombafestival@gmail.com Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind experience in 2026—an adventure blending passion, discovery, and unforgettable connections! ? #WAKF2026 #KizombaLove #CotonouVibes #CultureAndDance #BeninTourism (?????? *Pass*) – _*1100€*_ ★ Festival Full Pass kizomba & Salsa ★ Hotel Accommodation (7 Days/7 Nights - Bed & Breakfast) at Grand-Popo & Cotonou & Abomey & Porto-novo(*February 23rd-25th February,2026*) (_*COUPLE* *PASS*_) _*€1600*_ ★ Festival Full Pass KIZOMBA & SALSA ★ Hotel Accommodation (7 Days/7 Nights - Bed & Breakfast) at *GRAND-POPO & COTONOU & Abomey & Porto-novo* (February 23rd-1St March,2026) ★ Tourism ★ Dance, Accommodation DANCE ???? KIZOMBA/ SALSA(SINGLE) – _*$125/ €100*CFA60000*_ ★ Festival workshop/parties Full Pass (February 23rd-1st March,2026) MORE INFORMATIONS ON THE PAYMENT LINK ? **Payment**: ? https://my.weezevent.com/west-african-kizomba-festival-11th-edition ? **PayPal**: westafricankizombafestival@gmail.com ? **Mobile money** 00229 0167298319 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ DANCE NON STOP ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ♥ WEST AFRICAN KIZOMBA FESTIVAL ♥ COTONOU : 23rd FEBRUARY > 1St March 2026 ?KIZOMBA /SALSA/ SEMBA /AFRO /LATINO ? ✅BOOK YOUR PASS & BOOKING YOUR ROOM HERE ? 4 DAYS - 4 SOCIALS - PARTIES ? ALL ONE VENUE ? 1 KIZOMBA NA RUA ? 2 ROOMS (KIZOMBA, SALSA) ? DJ'S FROM WEST AFRICA ? KIZOMBA & SALSA NON STOP ? GUEST DANCERS FROM OVER THE WORLD ✨✨✨ ALL EVENTS IN 1 HOTEL ✨✨✨ Workshops, Socials and Parties Hotel LA CASA DEL CIELO, Cotonou, BENIN INFOS : westafricankizombafestival@gmail.com COTONOU Airport 5 min KIZOMBA TEACHERS ? CRAZY KIZOMBA/KONPA/AFRO TEACHERS : ☑️ Akram & Sarah (Suisse) ☑️ Harold & Priscilla (Bénin) ☑️ Bev Flowers (Haiti/USA) ☑️ Paaty , Afro, (Benin) ☑️ ? CRAZY DJ’S KIZOMBA : ✔️DJ SABURA (PORTUGAL) ✔️ DJ NICE LIFE (NETHERLANDS/BENIN) ✔️ DJ Abena (UK/GHANA) ✔️ DJ Cap Niice (CÔTE D'IVOIRE) ✔️ DJ Ndoki Killer(BENIN) SALSA TEACHERS ? CRAZY SALSA TEACHERS : ☑️Mery, French GUYANA ☑️ Pearl & Kynet , NIGERIA ☑️ Seo Fernandez, CUBA ☑️ ☑️ ? CRAZY DJ’S SALSA : ✔️ DJ PAT AL (SOUTH AFRICA) ✔️ DJ FOLY (LUXEMBOURG/TOGO) ✔️ DJ Ralph(GHANA) ✔️ DJ Celo (TOGO) DAY PASS : COMING SOON ??? ???? ???? ????? ➡ .. ??? ???? ???????????: ✆ +229 6729 8319 / 0033 650520885 ⓔ westafricankizombafestival@gmail.com #WAKF2026 #westafricankizombafestival #kizomba #semba #tarraxinha #konpa #afro #comelivetheauthentic #AmazingBENIN #morethanafestival Kizomba your Festival Bucket list for 2026! ???f __________________________________ Français ICI ▂▃▅ ★ ★ LAISSE MOI TE KIZER au West African ??????? Festival 11eme Edition☆ ☆ ▅▃▂ ----------------------------------- ★ ????????: 23_*Fevrier*_ - 1er Mars | ???6 ★ ???s? Tourisme: 23 Fev – 25 Fev | ???6 ★ KIZ BENIN et tous les clubs de l'afrique de l'ouest sont fiers d'annoncer le 11 ème EDITION DU WEST AFRICAN KIZOMBA FESTIVAL. ★★★ LE PLUS GRAND FESTIVAL DE KIZOMBA au BENIN ★★★ ?????? ? **Vivez l’émotion ultime au West African Kizomba Festival 2026 !** ? Du **23 Février au 1er Mars 2026**, Cotonou sera le cœur battant de la **11ème édition** du plus grand festival de kizomba d’Afrique de l’Ouest ! ? Plongez dans une ambiance envoûtante où la passion de la danse rencontre la chaleur humaine. Des nuits magiques, des danseurs venus du monde entier, et des rythmes qui vous feront vibrer jusqu’au bout des pieds. ?? Le Bénin, terre d’hospitalité légendaire, vous ouvre ses bras avec générosité. Ici, chaque sourire est sincère, chaque rencontre est une histoire à raconter. ❤️ Mais le festival ne s’arrête pas à la piste de danse ! Profitez de votre séjour pour explorer la **richesse culturelle et historique** de la région : - **Ouidah** : Marchez sur la Route des Esclaves, visitez le Temple des Pythons et ressentez l’émotion de ce lieu chargé d’histoire. - **Abomey** : Explorez les palais royaux classés à l’UNESCO et découvrez les légendes des rois du Dahomey. - **Cotonou** : Marché Dantokpa *by day*, plages de sable fin *by sunset*, et soirées kizomba *by night*. La ville qui ne dort jamais (sauf si vous abusez du sodabi local). ?️? - **Porto-Novo** : Un mélange d’architecture coloniale, de musées captivants et de culture *décalée*. Parfait pour les Instagram addicts et les curieux ! ? - **Grand-Popo** : Plages désertes, cocotiers et ambiance *chill*. Idéal pour récupérer… ou pour danser pieds nus au clair de lune. ?? - **Cascades de Tanougou** : Une douche naturelle après une nuit de danse ? Oui, et en plus, c’est photogénique ! ?? - **Parcs de la Pendjari** : Lions, éléphants et paysages à couper le souffle. Prévoir un safari pour se sentir comme Simba… mais en version danseur. ?✨ Le West African Kizomba Festival, c’est bien plus qu’un événement : c’est une immersion totale dans la culture, la danse et les traditions d’un pays aux mille facettes. ?✨ ? **Réservez vos dates dès maintenant** et préparez-vous à vivre une semaine inoubliable où danseurs, voyageurs et amoureux de la culture se retrouvent sous le soleil béninois. ? **Infos et inscriptions** : ? **Contact** : westafricankizombafestival@gmail.com *Tel* : 0033 650520885 / 00229 0167298319 ◇◇☆*LES TARIFS*◇◇☆ (?????? *Pass*) – _*1100€*_ ★ Festival Full Pass kizomba & Salsa ★ HÉBERGEMENT HOTEL (7 JOURS/7 NUITEES - petit déjeuner inclus) at Grand-Popo & Cotonou & Abomey & Porto-novo(*23 Février- 1er Mars,2026*) (_*COUPLE* *PASS*_) _*€1600*_ ★ Festival Full Pass KIZOMBA & SALSA ★ Hotel (7 jours/7 Nuitées - petit déjeuner inclus) at *GRAND-POPO & COTONOU & Abomey & Porto-novo* (23 Février -1er Mars,2026) ★ Tourisme ★ Dance, Hotel DANCE ???? KIZOMBA/SALSA ROOM(SINGLE) – _*$125/ €100*CFA60000*_ ★ Festival workshop/parties Full Pass (February 16th-22TH FEBRUARY,2026) MORE INFORMATIONS ON THE PAYMENT LINK ? **Payment**: ? https://my.weezevent.com/west-african-kizomba-festival-11th-edition ? **PayPal**: westafricankizombafestival@gmail.com ? **Mobile money** 00229 0167298319 Ne manquez pas cette expérience unique en 2026 – une aventure qui allie passion, découvertes et rencontres inoubliables ! ? #WAKF2026 #KizombaLove #CotonouVibes #CultureEtDanse #BéninTourisme ? ESPÈCE UNIQUEMENT - PAS DE CB. ? ◈◈◈ PROGRAMME ◈◈◈ ? LE PLUS GRAND KIZOMBA et SALSA DANCEFLOOR DE l'Afrique de l'ouest ? 5 JOURS SPÉCIAUX Kizomba, Salsa, Semba, Tarraxhinha, Afro House, African Danse ... avec les MEILLEURS ARTISTES DU MONDE! ? plus de 20 heures de workshops KIZOMBA, SALSA, SEMBA, TARRAXHINHA, AFRO HOUSE ? APRES MIDI SOCIALE DANSE ? 1 PRE-PARTY (Jeudi) + 2 PARTY ( Vendredi, Samedi ) et une KIZOMBA NA RUA ? 3 SOIREES THÉMATIQUES PENDANT LE WEEK-END ◈◈◈ LIEUX ◈◈◈ ☛ Jeudi : PréParty : à venir ☛ Vendredi au Dimanche matin : ? HOTEL LA CASA DEL CIELO, Fidjrosse, Cotonou ◈◈◈ HOTELS ◈◈◈ ☛ Hôtels proches du festival ? HOTEL Novotel ? HOTEL Ibis ? HOLIDAY Sofitel et bien d'autres -------------------------------------------- ◈◈◈ TRANSPORT – COMMENT ? ◈◈◈ Par les transports Moto ou taxi Gozem ou Yango, Télécharger l'application ? ? Par l’avion: Aéroport Bernadin Gantin de Cotonou ? ◈◈◈ ARTISTS LINE UP ◈◈◈ ? CRAZY KIZOMBA/KONPA/AFRO TEACHERS : ☑️ Akram & Sarah (Suisse) ☑️ Harold & Priscilla (Bénin) ☑️ Bev Flowers (Haiti/USA) ☑️ Paaty , Afro, (Benin) ☑️ ? CRAZY DJ’S KIZOMBA : ✔️DJ SABURA (PORTUGAL) ✔️ DJ NICE LIFE (NETHERLANDS/BENIN) ✔️ DJ Abena (UK/GHANA) ✔️ DJ Cap Niice (CÔTE D'IVOIRE) ✔️ DJ Ndoki Killer(BENIN) SALSA TEACHERS ? CRAZY SALSA TEACHERS : ☑️ Mery, GUYANE ☑️ Pearl & Kynet , NIGERIA ☑️ Seo Fernandez, CUBA ☑️ ☑️ ? CRAZY DJ’S SALSA : ✔️ DJ PAT AL (SOUTH AFRICA) ✔️ DJ FOLY (LUXEMBOURG/TOGO) ✔️ DJ Ralph(GHANA) ✔️ DJ Celo (TOGO) Et plus …. la line up est en construction ◈◈◈ PHOTOGRAPHE & VIDEO CAMERAMAN ◈◈◈ ? ◈◈◈ Publicité - Publicité ◈◈◈ Les Roll Up sont autorisés au West African Kizomba Festival Nous innovons, tous les supports seront numériques Voulez-vous annoncer pour votre événement ? Contactez-nous par mail : westafricankizombafestival@gmail.com -> jusqu'au 1 Février 2026 ◈◈◈ INFORMATIONS SOIRÉES ◈◈◈ PAIEMENT SEULEMENT EN CASH ◈◈◈ THÈME SOIRÉE ◈◈◈ A venir.... ???????????S: ✆ +229 6729 8319 / 0033 650520885 ⓔ westafricankizombafestival@gmail.com #WAKF2026#westafricankizombafestival #kizomba #semba #tarraxinha #konpa #afro #BENIN #festival Kizombez Festival pour 2026! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cotonou/west-african-kizomba-festival-11th-edition/200028303196545 - **Event Categories**: festivals, entertainment, dance, parties, workshops, digital-marketing, art, trips-adventures, holiday - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 142 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Cotonou - **state**: AQ - **country**: Benin - **location**: HOTEL La CASA CIELO - **lat**: 6.3473740410204 - **long**: 2.3898696899414 - **full address**: HOTEL La CASA CIELO, Boutique Hotel Maison Rouge Cotonou, Cotonou, Bénin, Benin ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: WEST AFRICAN KIZOMBA FESTIVAL 11TH EDITION - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/97eec39cbf237447cd5a6e98070502b871c1abc4879a54928378aa82e873aaf5-rimg-w1022-h1298-dc070303-gmir?v=1771917851 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is WEST AFRICAN KIZOMBA FESTIVAL 11TH EDITION being held? - **A:** WEST AFRICAN KIZOMBA FESTIVAL 11TH EDITION takes place on Mon, 23 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 01 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 am at HOTEL La CASA CIELO, Boutique Hotel Maison Rouge Cotonou, Cotonou, Bénin, Benin. - **Q**: Who is organizing WEST AFRICAN KIZOMBA FESTIVAL 11TH EDITION ? - **A:** WEST AFRICAN KIZOMBA FESTIVAL 11TH EDITION is organized by WEST African Kizomba Festival. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** WEST AFRICAN KIZOMBA FESTIVAL 11TH EDITION 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 Cotonou, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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