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West African Street Food Festival

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West African Street Food Festival
Upcoming Event

West African Street Food Festival

Saturday, 26 September 202610:00 AM – 9:00 PM WATBalmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos

About the Event

Experience the vibrant energy of a West African street market right in the heart of Lagos. Over 30 vendors will bring the iconic street flavours of Nigeria, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, and Senegal under one roof — from sizzling Suya skewers and crispy Puff Puff to Kelewele spiced plantains and Thiéboudienne bowls. Live drumming, fashion pop-ups, and cooking battles make this the must-attend cultural feast of the season.

Event Agenda

10:00 AM

Festival opens — vendors, artisans & fashion pop-ups

11:00 AM

Suya grilling live demonstration & tasting

12:00 PM

Street food battle Round 1 — Puff Puff vs Kelewele

01:30 PM

Live drumming & cultural dance showcase

03:00 PM

Street food battle Round 2 — Boli vs Roasted Corn

04:30 PM

Kids cooking corner — beginner Jollof challenge

06:00 PM

Grand finale cook-off — crowd picks the Street Food Champion

07:30 PM

Awards, raffle & live Afrobeats DJ set

09:00 PM

Festival closes

Date

Saturday, 26 September 2026

Time

10:00 AM – 9:00 PM WAT

Venue

Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos

Capacity

Open to all — 1,200 guest capacity

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Register for the Event

Spaces are limited. Register now to guarantee your place at the table.

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