# Event Details

- **Event Name**: HIASFEST ‘26
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 14 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am
- **Event Description**: ? HIASFEST 2026 — The Journey Begins! ?
Welcome to the 8th Edition of Africa’s Largest Teen Arts Festival, where teenage creativity takes the spotlight!

? Date: 14th–17th January, 2026
? Venue: Legbo Kutigi International Conference Centre, Minna, Niger State – Nigeria
? Prizes:
? N2,000,000 – Overall Winner
? N1,500,000 – 1st Runner-Up
? N1,000,000 – 2nd Runner-Up

We are calling on all secondary schools across Nigeria and Africa to begin preparations. Whether it's poetry, drama, music, dance, fine arts or spoken word, this is where legends are made! ?

? Visit ? www.hiasfest.com.ng to download the full participation modalities.

? Follow us for real-time updates:
Facebook: Hiasfest
Twitter/X: Hiasfest
Instagram: Hiasfest
YouTube: Hilltop Creative Arts Foundation

? Contact:
? National Coordinator (Makama) – 08034524787
? Assistant Coordinator (Abel) – 08064344947
? Email: hilltopcart@gmail.com

Let your school be part of history. Let your students rise to greatness.

#HIASFEST2026 #hcafartsfestival #artfestival #africasbiggestartsfestival #artsfestival_challenge #hiasfest8thedition #largestteenfestival #8thedition
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/minna/hiasfest-‘26/200029110813308
- **Event Categories**: art, business, performances, festivals, theatre, literary-art, entertainment, conferences, spoken-word
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 97

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Minna
- **state**: NE
- **country**: Nigeria
- **location**: Minna City
- **lat**: 9.60561
- **long**: 6.536678
- **full address**: Minna City, Minna, Nigeria

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is HIASFEST  26 being held?
  - **A:** HIASFEST  26 takes place on Wed, 14 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Wed, 14 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am at Minna City, Minna, Nigeria.
- **Q**: Who is organizing HIASFEST  26?
  - **A:** HIASFEST  26 is organized by HCAF Stars Series .
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** HIASFEST  26 is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Minna, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 90+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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