This year’s Calabash Color Festival is set to take place on September 21st, 2024, at Untamed Empire in Spintex, Accra. Known as the largest color festival in West Africa, the event promises a vibrant fusion of music, culture, and unrestrained fun, with a lineup of some of Ghana’s top musical talents.
The 2024 edition is gearing up to be an unforgettable celebration, featuring live performances from renowned artists such as Epixode, Sister Afia, Strongman, and Maya Blu, among others. Each of these stars is poised to bring their unique sound, energy, and flair to the stage, ensuring an evening of non-stop music and excitement. From electrifying dancehall beats to smooth Afropop vibes, this year’s festival will have something for every music lover.
About the Calabash Color Festival
Inspired by the world-famous Holi Festival of Colors in India, the Calabash Color Festival is a dynamic and immersive event that encourages attendees to unleash their inner child and embrace the joy of play. Adults get to experience the thrill of color splashing and throwing, creating a kaleidoscope of hues that turn the festival grounds into a vibrant, living artwork. Imagine a sea of people laughing, dancing, and sharing in the fun while being covered head to toe in brightly colored powders!
The event also offers much more than just colors. With cultural performances, jama dance sessions, and a variety of food and vendor stalls, the festival is a multi-sensory experience that caters to everyone. Whether you’re there for the music, the culture, or simply to immerse yourself in the thrill of the event, there’s something for everyone at the Calabash Color Festival.
A Celebration Like No Other
What makes this festival stand out is not just the color powder fun, but the entire festive atmosphere that surrounds it. It’s a day where people from all walks of life come together to celebrate unity, happiness, and good vibes. The energy is infectious, and as the sun sets over the Spintex skyline, the festival transforms into a mesmerizing blend of lights, music, and laughter.
Calabash Color Festival is more than just an event—it’s an experience. The blend of live music, cultural displays, and the sheer joy of color splashing make it a must-attend event on Ghana’s social calendar. And as we like to say, “kids play with sand, adults play with colors.”
Tickets are for grabs at a cool GHC50.00; you can dial the short code *380*70# to purchase your tickets.
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