We’re officially in the second half of Detty December, which is the polite way of saying some offices have released Lagosians from their offices, and our people can now oblee. The headline events are rolling in, the crowds are getting thicker, and everywhere you turn feels like Detty December.
Thursday 18th – Saturday 20th December
ICONIQ FEST | MUSIC FEST
Chike, BNXN, and Shallipopi are the headliners for Iconiq Fest this year. It’s a back-to-back Detty December experience. And it’s set to be one of the busiest weekends of Detty December, so expect an energetic crowd and a full house.
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Landmark Event Centre, 5B Water Corporation Drive, Eti-Osa.
Entry: N50,000
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Friday 19th December
ELEMENT HOUSE—FRANCIS MERCIER LIVE IN LAGOS | RAVE
The last one for the year, and it’s a big one. Francis Mercier pulls up with his signature Afro-electronic sound, from New York to Ibiza and now Lagos. It’s a proper send-off.
Time: 11:00 PM
Venue: SOL Beach, Elegushi
Entry: N25,000
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UNCLE BUBU’S PREDRINKS FRIDAY AT OJO’S YARD | NIGHTLIFE
Ojo’s Yard is coming home to Lagos, with successful parties thrown in Toronto. It’s finally coming back, and in collaboration with DJ Uncle Bubu’s Pre-Drinks Friday crowd. It’s Lagos softies and that IJGB vibe all in one place.
Time: 7:00 PM
Venue: TBC after RSVP
Entry: Free (RSVP Advised)
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Friday 19th – Saturday 20th December
DANCE EKO 2025 | CONCERT
Eko is ready to dance and throw it down at a two-day dance festival. And international superstar DJ Skla Tylaa is headlining. It’s a dance party that will shake Lagos; don’t miss it!
Time: 4:00 PM
Venue: The Lekki Colliseum, Lekki Phase 1
Entry: N15,000
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Saturday 20th December
MOTHERLAND FESTIVAL 2025 | MUSIC FEST
It’s one of the biggest December gatherings, ending with a live show featuring Odumodu Blvck, Qing Madi, Mavo, The Cavemen, Fola, Shoday, and Seyi Vibes.
Time: 11:00 PM
Venue: Motherland Grounds, Victoria Island
Entry: N60,000
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STANBIC IBTC FUZE FESTIVAL | MUSIC FEST
Get ready for a full day of nonstop fun at FUZE Festival 4.0: The Carnival Edition. With a stacked lineup of Afrobeat hitmakers: Chike, Wande Coal, Pheelz, and many others. Plenty of moments to enjoy with friends and loved ones.
Time: 12:00 PM
Venue: Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos
Entry: Free (RSVP Advised)
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Saturday 20th – Sunday 21st December
GTCO FOOD AND DRINK—HOLIDAY EDITION | FOOD FEST
Lagos’ biggest food festival is back with another edition, a holiday edition. So get ready to taste your favorite Christmas meals, snacks, and drinks. Invite anyone, family or friends, and have fun!
Time: 10:00 AM
Venue: Plot 1, Water Corporation Drive, Oniru
Entry: Free
AFRICA FASHION WEEK NIGERIA 2025 | FASHION SHOW
Africa Fashion Week is back with something stunning to close out the season, hosted at the J Randle Museum. It’s going to be a runway celebrating culture, class, and African innovation in fashion and design.
Time: 3:00 PM
Venue: J Randle Center for Yoruba Culture and History, Onikan.
Entry: Free (RSVP Advised)
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Sunday 21st December
STREET SOUK | STREETWEAR CONVENTION
The biggest streetwear convention in Africa is back. Experience some of the most innovative streetwear fashion brands in Lagos and on the continent. Plus, you never know which celebrity you might run into.
Time: 12:00 PM
Venue: Harbour Point, Victoria Island
Entry: N20,000
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RHYTHM UNPLUGGED | CONCERT
Rema and Central Cee headline the Rhythm Unplugged lineup for one of the biggest festival nights in Lagos this month. It’s a full Detty December moment, and you don’t want to be left out.
Time: 7:00 PM
Venue: EKO Convention Centre
Entry: N300,000
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AGBAYA LINK-UP—END OF THE YEAR PARTY | PARTY
Agbaya Link-Up is back to encourage you to relive when life was just assignment deadlines and sneaking snacks into class. School days were peak vibes. So close the year on a fun and playful note.
Time: 12:00 PM
Venue: Gameland, Lekki
Entry: N10,000
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PALMWINE MUSIC FESTIVAL | MUSIC FEST
Palmwine Fest is the go-to event for alté fans who want a mix of indie sounds, live bands, and that artsy energy. So, go looking sweet and classy and experience a lineup featuring ShowDemCamp, Mereba, Ladipoe, MoonChild Sanelly, Ajebutter22, Moelogo, Braye, and many more amazing acts.
Time: 4:00 PM
Venue: The Fidelity Ground, Oniru
Entry: N25,000
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