Where Culture Comes Alive
Festival SEGMENTS
Step into the vibrant world of NAFEST 2025, where every performance, flavor, and creation tells a story of Nigeria’s soul. From the electrifying rhythm of the Dance-Off to the aroma of the Jollof Wars, from timeless traditions to modern artistry, the festival is a living canvas of unity and creativity. Each segment invites you to feel, taste, and experience the heartbeat of our nation — one dance, one song, one celebration at a time.
Experience Enugu
Discover Enugu’s beauty through guided tours, cultural landmarks, cuisine, and the warm hospitality of the host city.
Dance-Off
Nigeria’s best dancers ignite the stage with stunning energy, blending traditional and modern moves in a thrilling cultural showdown.
Swag Show!
A bold fashion showcase highlighting indigenous fabrics, creative designs, and Nigeria’s evolving style infused with heritage and elegance.
Dambe (Traditional Boxing)
A powerful display of tradition and strength as fighters showcase courage, discipline, and heritage in Nigeria’s iconic boxing art.
Archery Competition
Competitors demonstrate precision, focus, and mastery in this reimagined traditional sport blending heritage skill with modern athletic spirit.
Jollof Wars
Nigeria’s top chefs battle for culinary glory in a flavorful contest celebrating the nation’s most loved dish — Jollof rice.
Nights of Entertainment
Evenings filled with music, comedy, drama, and dance — a joyful blend of performances celebrating Nigeria’s creativity and unity.
Command Performance
A spectacular theatrical showcase blending music, dance, and drama — the grand cultural finale that embodies Nigeria’s creative excellence.
Sing-Off
A vibrant vocal showdown where singers from across Nigeria showcase talent, passion, and creativity through soulful performances and cultural expression.
Festival Schedule
Friday, November 21, 2025
Arrival of delegates and participants.
Accreditation and briefing sessions.
Venue: Okpara Square, Enugu.
Evening: Welcome reception and orientation.
Saturday, November 22, 2025
Official Opening Ceremony @ Okpara Square.
Cultural Parade of States.
Opening Party and Performances.
All-Day Events: Cultural Market, Book Fair, All You Can Eat Showcase.
Sunday, November 23, 2025
Archery Competition begins (10:00 AM) @ Okpara Square.
Sing-Off NAIJA Competition (4:00–7:00 PM) @ ICCE Hall 1.
Daily Exhibitions continue.
Monday, November 24, 2025
Dance-Off NAIJA Competition (5:00–8:00 PM) @ ICCE Hall 1.
SWAG Show (2:00–5:00 PM) @ ICCE Hall 1.
Traditional Wrestling (Adult Category) begins (3:00 PM) @ Okpara Square.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Archery Competition continues (1:00 PM) @ Okpara Square.
British Council Creative Hustle – Film Training (10:00 AM–5:00 PM) @ ICCE Hall 2.
Board Game (Ayo) Competition begins (12:00 Noon).
Evening: Dambe (Traditional Boxing) Exhibition.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Archery Finals (11:00 AM).
Traditional Wrestling Finals (11:00 AM).
Dambe Competition begins (4:00 PM) @ Okpara Square.
British Council Creative Hustle – Fashion Training (10:00 AM–5:00 PM).
Thursday, November 27, 2025
Colloquium on Culture (10:00 AM–5:00 PM) @ ICCE Main Arena.
Jollof Wars Competition (2:00 PM) @ Okpara Square.
Free Skills Acquisition & Training Workshops (2:00 PM).
Children’s Storytelling (Evening).
Friday, November 28, 2025
Children’s Essay Writing Competition (11:00 AM–12:00 Noon).
Culture Quiz – Secondary Schools Finals (2:00 PM).
SWAG Show Finals (4:00–6:00 PM).
Sing-Off & Dance-Off NAIJA – Grand Finals (7:00–9:00 PM).
Saturday, November 29, 2025
Experience Enugu / City Excursion.
Official Closing Ceremony @ Okpara Square.
Command Performance & Awards Night.
Night of Entertainment – Music, Dance, and Cultural Fireworks.