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Festivals

Akwasidae

The Akwasidae Festival is a prominent and revered festival celebrated by the Ashanti people of Ghana. It is a time when the Ashanti King, known as the Asantehene, and the royal court come together to honor their ancestors and seek…

Aboakyer

The Aboakyer Festival is a popular annual event celebrated by the people of the Effutu Traditional Area in Winneba, a coastal town in the Central Region of Ghana. It is a festival of bravery and hunting that dates back many…

Ngmayem

The Ngmayem Festival, also known as the “Harvest Festival,” is an annual event celebrated by the people of the Manya Krobo Traditional Area in the Eastern Region of Ghana. It is a time to give thanks for the bountiful harvest…

Asafotufiam

The Asafotufiam Festival is an annual event celebrated by the people of the Ada Traditional Area in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. It is a festival of war and victory that pays homage to the warrior ancestors of the…

Fiok Festival

The Builsas of Sandema hold their yearly “Fiok Festival” in December. This festival of war commemorates the great feats of the Builsas from long ago. They came to the Builsa enclave in the 16th century from nearby tribes, making them…

Bugum Chugu

The vibrant Bugum Chugu Festival is an annual celebration observed by the Dagomba people of northern Ghana. Bugum Chugu, also known as the “Fire Festival,” is an ancient tradition that marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar year.It’s a…