EKO Carnival
& Rave 1.0
Lagos in Lights — Africa's new destination festival celebrating carnival, culture, Afrobeats, food, fashion, art, nightlife and the unforgettable energy of Lagos.
Lagos in Lights begins
The flagship edition arrives December 2026. Countdown target is a placeholder until official dates are confirmed.
Where Africa Celebrates
EKO Carnival & Rave transforms Lagos into a spectacular stage of colour, sound and movement. Designed as a world-class annual celebration, the festival brings residents, visitors, brands and communities together for an unforgettable December experience.
From Marina to Tafawa Balewa Square, from cultural displays to night-time concerts, Lagos in Lights celebrates the city's creative power and its place as Africa's entertainment capital.
A Complete Festival Journey
Grand Parade
Costumes, floats, dancers, drummers and cultural groups moving through iconic Lagos streets.
Grand Rave
Afrobeats, DJs, immersive lights, fireworks and premium nightlife production.
Partners & Vendors
Opportunities for sponsors, food vendors, fashion brands, artists, media partners and volunteers.
Lagos in Lights
Programme activities are a placeholder pending official confirmation.
Opening Ceremony
The festival officially begins with a welcome celebration for guests, partners and community leaders.
Grand Carnival Parade
The headline daytime parade moves through the proposed festival route.
Grand Rave
Lagos comes alive at night with Afrobeats, DJs and immersive production.
Be part of Lagos in Lights
Join the first edition as a guest, sponsor, vendor, performer, volunteer or media partner.