In September 2026, one of Ghana’s oldest traditional festivals reaches a remarkable milestone. The Akuapem Odwira Festival celebrates its 200th anniversary, bringing two centuries of history, culture and tradition to Akropong-Akuapem in Ghana’s Eastern Region. Running from 21 September to 2 October 2026, Odwira @200 will combine the festival’s traditional ceremonies with special anniversary events, […]
Ghanaian events in the UK are getting bigger. From Ghana Party in the Park in London to concerts and cultural celebrations in Birmingham, there are more opportunities than ever to enjoy Ghanaian music, food and culture without getting on a plane to Accra. But the events of this summer have highlighted something equally important: check […]
The Takoradi Masquerade Festival, often called “Ankos,” is one of Ghana’s most unique and vibrant cultural celebrations. Held annually in the coastal city of Takoradi in the Western Region, this festival transforms the city streets with colorful costumes, lively music, and energetic dancing. Rooted in history and celebrated with modern enthusiasm, it has become a […]
What comes to mind whenever you hear the word “festival”? Celebration, that’s right. The Ghanaian calendar is imbued with a sequence of festival dates that usher its people into celebratory mode. Cultural and state festivals carry the same weight because Ghanaians usually come out in large numbers to enjoy and imbibe the spirit of camaraderie […]
