# Festivals in Lusaka | Cultural Events & Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Explore upcoming festivals in  Lusaka. Discover cultural celebrations, street fairs and seasonal events happening across the city. Join the festivities.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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The best things to do in the world include attending top-notch festivals in [CITY]. Be it a rocking music festival or scrumptious food festival in [CITY], you will have a gala time of your life with a few of your close friends or your family. With the best of fun, entertainment, and food, the experience in festivals lets the enthusiasts immerse in the local culture and vibe. Ranging from the biggest outdoor beach parties to crazy music festivals, the festivals fall under various categories to suit everybody’s tastes. If you are looking for the best events and festivals in [CITY] listed on one platform - we have you covered.

Immerse yourself in the mega dance festivals, electrifying music festivals, theatre & film festivals, quirky local festivals and more with us!

## Festivals Events in Lusaka

- **Event Name**: DWANI FEST — The International Festival (LUSAKA ZAMBIA )
  - **Description**: DWANI FEST is a new international lifestyle & music festival experience coming to Lusaka, Zambia 🇿🇲

A celebration of music, fashion, art, culture, creators, nightlife, food, and the new wave of African energy.

Set in the beautiful gardens of T3C Gar
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 02:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lusaka/dwani-fest-—-the-international-festival-lusaka-zambia/200030170992432
  - **Venue**: Tc3 Garden's
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  - **Categories**: Festivals, Entertainment, Music, Art, Concerts, Parties
- **Event Name**: 13th SOTAMBE Zambia International Film Festival
  - **Description**: Biggest Film Festival in Zambia celebrating and honoring Southern African Filmmakers!
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Tue Sep 22 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 10:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lusaka/13th-sotambe-zambia-international-film-festival/200029614573654
  - **Venue**: Lusaka, 10101 Lusaka, Zambia
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- **Event Name**: Acapella Color Fest , Family Edition
  - **Description**: 🌈✨ ACAPELLA COLOR FEST – FAMILY EDITION 2026 ✨🌈

Imwe guys this year ITS SALT SAANA… WE HEARD YOUR CRY! 🙌🏾
And we have come back with the edition that’s best for YOU and your FAMILY ❤️

You asked for something everyone can enjoy together ,parents, childre
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  - **Date**: Sun Oct 04 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Oct 04 2026 at 06:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lusaka/acapella-color-fest-family-edition/200029634892953
  - **Venue**: Lusaka
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  - **Categories**: festivals, kids, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: BIKE CULTURE FESTIVAL 2027
  - **Description**: We have 12 months to prepare Africa’s Next Biker Gig in Livingstone, 21-24 May, 2027. 
We can’t wait to see you soon…
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 78
  - **Date**: Fri May 21 2027 at 08:00 am – Mon May 24 2027 at 12:00 am (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lusaka/bike-culture-festival-2027/200030185155523
  - **Venue**: Victoria Falls, Livingstone
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- **Event Name**: Bakashimika International Photography Festival - Photolab Burundi Opening
  - **Description**: Photolub Burundi — Exhibition OpeningYou are invited to the opening of Photolub Burundi, a collaborative exhibition presented as part of the Bakashimika International Photography Festival.
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 19 2026 at 06:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lusaka/bakashimika-international-photography-festival-photolab-burundi-opening/80002831679424
  - **Venue**: Henry Tayali Gallery
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: festivals, exhibitions, photography, art, storytelling
- **Event Name**: Kalindula Festival
  - **Description**: This August the kalindula festival will be headlined with a grand performance by 76 Drums
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 512
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 01 2026 at 11:00 am (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lusaka/kalindula-festival/200030037019048
  - **Venue**: Lusaka, Zambia
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- **Event Name**: Bakashimika International Photography Festival - Opening Event
  - **Description**: Join us for the official opening of the Bakashimika International Photography Festival in Lusaka.This special evening marks the beginning of a dynamic programme celebrating contemporary African photography and visual storytelling. B
  - **Date**: Thu Jun 18 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu Jun 18 2026 at 06:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lusaka/bakashimika-international-photography-festival-opening-event/80001709253356
  - **Venue**: H8P4+QPX
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: festivals, fine-arts, photography
- **Event Name**: Agri Show & T20 Festival
  - **Description**: Agri Show & T20 Cricket Festival.... ladies market Saturday 20th June, plenty food Stalls to choose from, kids play area on Saturday .... been sure not to miss out!!!
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 19 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sun Jun 21 2026 at 12:00 am (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lusaka/agri-show-and-t20-festival/200030210385914
  - **Venue**: Mukwa Drive, Lilayi, Lusaka, Zambia
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  - **Categories**: Festivals, Sports, Kids
- **Event Name**: Crocs Festival
  - **Description**: 🚨Save the date and come and be part of Zambias First Crocs Festival. 🚨
Come and join the movement and celebrate your love for crocs at the biggest croc lovers hangout.
Early bird tickets are K50!
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 09:30 am – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 11:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lusaka/crocs-festival/200029179820133
  - **Venue**: Bank Of Zambia Sports Complex
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## Trending Events in Lusaka

- **Event Name**: LsCon 2026 - Lusaka Comic Con
  - **Description**: LsCon is Zambia's premier pop culture and creative industries platform, by Nerd Otaku.

Since 2015, we have brought together thousands of young Zambians around comics, anime, gaming, music, film, art, and technology creating one of Central Africa's most d
  - **Venue**: Mulungushi International Conference Centre
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- **Event Name**: KWIMBO NATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL 2026
  - **Description**: The Kwimbo National Arts Festival is a vibrant celebration of Zambia’s culture, showcasing talent in music, dance, theatre, and visual arts. Powered by the National Arts Council of Zambia, Kwimbo connects artists, communities, and creativity.


DATES: 3rd
  - **Venue**: Lusaka Show Grounds
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- **Event Name**: EHCORADIOSA PROM NIGHT CELEBRATION
  - **Description**: 🎩✨ OFFICIAL EHCORADIOSA PROM NIGHT ANNOUNCEMENT ✨👗

The EHCORADIOSA Executive Team proudly invites all students to an unforgettable evening of glamour, class, and celebration at the 2026 EHCORADIOSA Prom Night.
🌟 Theme: Radiance & Elegance ✨
📅 Date: 2
  - **Venue**: Evelyn Hone College Of Applied Arts And Commerce.
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- **Event Name**: Sylent Nqo Performing Live in Lusaka!
  - **Description**: WORLD MUSIC DAY 2026! 🎶✨

Our 2026 Headliner for the Fete de la musique concert and Performing in lusaka for the first time is celebrated Zimbabwean/ Mozambican guitarist, composer and singer/ songwriter @sylentnqo. 

Sylent also known as “The Guitar Sang
  - **Venue**: Alick Nkhata Avenue,, Lusaka, Zambie
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- **Event Name**: DWANI FEST — The International Festival (LUSAKA ZAMBIA )
  - **Description**: DWANI FEST is a new international lifestyle & music festival experience coming to Lusaka, Zambia 🇿🇲

A celebration of music, fashion, art, culture, creators, nightlife, food, and the new wave of African energy.

Set in the beautiful gardens of T3C Gar
  - **Venue**: Tc3 Garden's
- **Event Name**: Sunday Reggae Brunch
  - **Description**: Promised Land Sunday Reggae Brunch is Lusaka’s ultimate feel-good experience, bringing together live reggae music, authentic Jamaican jerk chicken, and vibrant community vibes every first Sunday of the month. Join us on Sunday 3rd May 2026 for a unique
  - **Venue**: Main Street, Ibex Hill, Lusaka, Zambia
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- **Event Name**: Apostle John Chi crusade
  - **Description**: Crusade
  - **Venue**: Nkoloma Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Free screening for cleft lip and palate
  - **Description**: FREE CLEFT LIP & PALATE SURGERY CAMP – LUSAKA
Do you know a child or adult living with a cleft lip or cleft palate? This is an opportunity to receive FREE screening and corrective surgery.
� Venue: University Teaching Hospital
� Screening Date: 19th J
  - **Venue**: University Taeching Hospital UTH
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- **Event Name**: Lusaka Braai and picnic
  - **Description**: SAVE THE DATE

The Lusaka Braai & Picnic – 5th Edition is scheduled to take place on 29th August 2026!

Expect a day full of:
🍖 Food
🎉 Fun
🎶 Music
🤝 Good Company

Don’t miss out — gather your friends and family for an unforgettable experience!

#Lusak
  - **Venue**: Lusaka, Zambia
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## Browse Festivals Events by Date

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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Lusaka?
  - **A:** DWANI FEST — The International Festival (LUSAKA ZAMBIA ) (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 02:00 pm at Tc3 Garden's), 13th SOTAMBE Zambia International Film Festival (Tue Sep 22 2026 at 06:00 pm at Lusaka, 10101 Lusaka, Zambia), Acapella Color Fest , Family Edition (Sun Oct 04 2026 at 10:00 am at Lusaka), BIKE CULTURE FESTIVAL 2027 (Fri May 21 2027 at 08:00 am at Victoria Falls, Livingstone), Bakashimika International Photography Festival - Photolab Burundi Opening (Fri Jun 19 2026 at 06:00 pm at Henry Tayali Gallery).
- **Q**: What are the top free Festivals events in Lusaka?
  - **A:** Bakashimika International Photography Festival - Photolab Burundi Opening (Fri Jun 19 2026 at 06:00 pm at Henry Tayali Gallery), Bakashimika International Photography Festival - Opening Event (Thu Jun 18 2026 at 05:00 pm at H8P4+QPX).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Lusaka in June 2026?
  - **A:** Bakashimika International Photography Festival - Photolab Burundi Opening (Fri Jun 19 2026 at 06:00 pm at Henry Tayali Gallery), Bakashimika International Photography Festival - Opening Event (Thu Jun 18 2026 at 05:00 pm at H8P4+QPX), Agri Show & T20 Festival (Fri Jun 19 2026 at 08:00 pm at Mukwa Drive, Lilayi, Lusaka, Zambia).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Lusaka?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Lusaka on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Lusaka?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Lusaka?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Lusaka include Tc3 Garden's, Lusaka, 10101 Lusaka, Zambia, Lusaka.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Lusaka?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Lusaka include Dwani phiri, Zambia International Film Festival, CW TV.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Lusaka?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Lusaka.

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