Festivals

Kwafie Festival is an annual festival celebrated by the chiefs and people of Wenchi in the Bono region and Techiman and in the Bono East Region, which were all formally Brong Ahafo Region of Ghana. It is usually celebrated in the month of July. The people of Dorma, Berekum and Nsotrae also celebrate it in November/ December.…

The Gologo celebration, often referred to as the Golib festival, is observed in March towards the conclusion of the dry season just before the early millet is sewn. The Talensi chiefs and people of Tong-Zuf, in Ghana’s Upper East Region,…

This food festival is one of the best that takes place in Accra. The Accra food festival witnesses traditional and non-traditional dishes from in and around Ghana. Those are laid out in food stalls for a pocket-friendly amount. That helps…

The “Asogli Te Za” festival is an annual event celebrated in the Volta Region of Ghana, specifically in the town of Ho. It is also known as the “Asogli Yam Festival” or simply the “Asogli Festival.” The Asogli Traditional Area’s…

The Dipo festival, also known as the Puberty Rites festival, is a traditional celebration of the Krobo people of Ghana. It is a significant rite of passage ceremony for young girls transitioning into womanhood. The festival takes place in the…

Ghanaians enjoy the colourful and culturally significant Odambea Festival. Odambea means “fortified link”. People in the central region, are the ones that observe it the most. The event is held each year to remember the Asante people’s historical beginnings and…

Annually, the capital city Accra, hosts the Chale Wote Festival, a colorful and energetic street art festival. The event brings together musicians, artists, and art fans from all around the world to celebrate art, culture, and creativity. Accra[dot]Alt, a cultural…

The Ahanta and Nzema of Western region celebrate the Kundum festival, a colorful and important cultural event. One of the biggest events in the area, it is highly revered in the locals’ social and religious calendars. Depending on the town…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

The fascinating Dzawuwu Festival is an annual celebration that takes place in some parts of Ghana, particularly among the Anlo-Ewe people. The Dzawuwu Festival is a vibrant and lively event that showcases the cultural heritage and traditions of the Anlo-Ewe…

The Ohum Festival is a celebration observed by the Ohum people in parts of Ghana. During the Ohum Festival, the community comes together to honor their ancestral spirits and give thanks for a bountiful harvest. It’s a time of joy,…

Bakatue is an annual festival held in Elmina, a historic town located in the Central Region of Ghana. Bakatue, which translates to “opening of the lagoon,” signifies the start of the fishing season and is a significant occasion for the…

Hogbetsotso is a colorful and lively festival celebrated by the Anlo-Ewe people of Ghana. The community gathers during Hogbetsotso to remember their historic emigration. The Anlo-Ewe people are said to have fled from their repressive former homeland and taken sanctuary…

The Damba festival is a lively and vibrant celebration observed by the Dagomba people of northern Ghana. During the festival, the community comes alive with excitement and joy. It’s a time when people gather to honor and commemorate the birth…

Odwira is a festival celebrated by the Akan people of Ghana. It is a time for the community to come together and give thanks for the harvest season while also cleansing and purifying their surroundings. The Akan people perform a…

Fetu Afahye is a festival that is celebrated by the people of Cape Coast in Ghana. It usually takes place in the month of September and is a time for the people to come together and celebrate their heritage and…

Homowo is a vibrant and joyous festival celebrated by the Ga people of Ghana, specifically in the Greater Accra Region. It is a highly anticipated event that brings communities together to commemorate the rich history and traditions of the Ga…

The Ewe people of Ghana and Togo annually hold the Agbamevorza Kente Festival, often referred to as the Kente Festival. It usually takes place in November and honours the heritage and cultural importance of Kente fabric, a handwoven item of…

The Yeji community in Ghana’s Pru District, Bono East Region, celebrates the Afringi Festival as a cultural event. The people of Yeji join together to commemorate this holiday, which is often observed in the months of November or December, and…

The chiefs and residents of Hwidiem in Ghana’s Ahafo Region, formerly known as the Brong Ahafo region, celebrate the Adikanfo Festival every year. Typically, September is the month that it is observed. The celebration honours the migration of the Hwidiem…

The Ashanti people of Ghana commemorate Adae Kese as a significant holiday. It is the largest of all the Adae celebrations, which are held to honor the Ashanti Kingdom’s ancestors every six weeks. Once a year, typically in August or…

Annually, the Aboakyer Festival takes place in Winneba, a town in Ghana’s Central Region. The native residents of the area, the Effutu people, enjoy the celebration. The festival lasts for two days and is typically held in May. The festival’s…

Annually, the Kwahu people celebrate the Abene Festival, which takes place in the Kwahu East District of Ghana’s Eastern Region. The four-day celebration typically takes place during the first week of January. It is a celebration at the start of…