Blastours - Discovering Ghana, Togo and Benin

PANAFEST/ EMANCIPATION DAY 2023
2023-07-19 - 2023-08-01 | Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
Organised by the PANAFEST Foundation in Collaboration with the Ghana Tourism Authority and the Leaders and People of the Central Region of Ghana. Under the Auspices of the Government of the Republic of Ghana.
The PANAFEST Festival was inspired by and takes its source from a paper written in 1980 entitled “Proposal for a Historical Drama Festival in Cape Coast” by Dr. Mrs. Efua Sutherland, who was a distinguished Ghanaian Dramatist and Pan-Africanist. In 1991 the idea gained root and took shape in an expanded form as the Pan-African Historical Theater Festival (PANAFEST).

Wreath Laying and Tribute to the Pan A frican Pioneers
2023-07-24
WREATH LAYING & TRIBUTE TO THE PAN AFRICAN PIONEERS
A major event for PANAFEST and Emancipation Day will consist of a Wreath laying programme and Tribute to the Pan African Pioneers in Accra beginning at the W.E.B. DuBois Centre for Pan African Culture and continuing to the George Padmore Library and ending up at the Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum.

Pan African Arts Market.
2023-07-24 | Chapel Square , Cape Coast., Cape coast
A one-day pop up Pan African Market will be set up in the vicinity. This market will be prelude to the PANAFEST Expo and will feature artisans and creative brilliance (artefacts, fashion, natural cosmetics, food, drinks).

Colloquium, Master Classes and Workshops.
2023-07-25 08:00 - 2023-07-27 17:00 UTC | Chapel Square , Cape Coast., Cape coast
COLLOQUIUM, LECTURES, ASSEMBLIES and DIALOGUES
Working with the University of Cape Coast and other partners such as the HBCU’s and African Heritage Studies Association (AHSA), a colloquium is held based on the festival theme . A selection of papers presented and proceedings will be published. Internationally renowned speakers will be invited to address at the colloquium. The colloquium will feature major virtual sessions and will be streamed live, accessible by event tickets.

Return Journey and Akwaaba Ceremony
2023-07-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Cape Coast Castle, Cape Coast, Ghana
RETURN JOURNEY AND AKWAABA CEREMONY
The Programme will begin in the early morning with a gathering at the entrance of the Cape Coast Castle/Dungeon. A limited number of pre-selected Returnees will form a circle to invoke the spirit of the ancestors before proceeding to and through the “Door of No Return” to board canoes to begin the journey to Elmina “Castle” Fort, where “it all began”
Upon arrival, the Chiefs and Elders of Edina will meet the “Returnees” at the shore and pour libations to thank the ancestors for a safe journey and for the “Return”. The returnees will be led to the forecourt of the Fort for the Akwaaba durbar with the Chiefs, Queen Mothers and people of Edina. An atonement act and a traditional meal sharing of “Oto” (sacred mashed yam and eggs) between Diaspora returnees and Chiefs and Edinaman community members will be held. After the ceremony, the Chiefs, Elders and Diaspora family will process down the main street of Elmina Township to the Omanhen Palace to bring the commencement of PANAFEST to the attention of the public.

Ancestor Veneration
2023-08-19 09:00 - 2023-08-20 18:00 | Nkyinkyim Nuhalenya, Ada Ghana, Ghana
This annual festival occurs in the second week of August, and is deeply influenced by southern Ghanaian culture, especially Ghana’s Ga-Dangme traditions. August is the month of Homowo and Asafotufiam; both are Ga festivals, though generally rooted in shared West African traditional rites.
The festival is also known for the libation, prayers and traditional African rites that are performed for enslaved ancestors.
It has become a custom for the museum to also unveil new work created by artists at the museum.

Oguaa Fetu Festival 2023
2023-08-28 - 2023-09-02 | Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana
The Fetu Afahye is a festival celebrated by the chiefs and peoples of Cape Coast in the Central region of Ghana.[1] The festival is celebrated on the first Saturday in the month of September every year.[1] The Fetu Afahye is celebrated annually by the Oguaa people of Cape Coast because in the past there was an outbreak of disease among the people that killed many. The people prayed to the gods to help them to get rid of the disease. Thus the festival is celebrated to keep the town clean and to prevent another epidemic befalling the people.

GAWBO FEST 2023
2023-09-19 - 2023-09-21 | Accra Metropolitan Assembly Headquaters., GD-009-9656, Accra, Ghana
The annual Association of Writers Book Festival 2023 involves the following activities;
MASTER CLASSES;WORKSHOPS;PERFORMANCES;COMPETITIONS;READING SESSIONS;CONVERSATIONS;FILM SCREENING;FACE PAINTING,SALES/EXHIBITION OF BOOKS BOOK LAUNCHES,LIVE PAINTING AND LITERARY/ ART MATERIALS.
GAWBOFEST : making Ghana a reading nation

Yam Festival 2023
2023-09-21 | Ho, Ho, Ghana
Asogli Yam Festival is an annual festival celebrated by the people of Asogli in the Ho Municipality located in the Volta Region of Ghana. It is celebrated in September annually to celebrate the cultivation of yam that was started by a hunter who found the tuber in the forest during his hunting expedition.

Ghana Theatre Festival 2023
2023-09-26 - 2023-10-01 | National Theatre
Conversations hosted by the National Theatre of Ghana,
THEME: “Celebrating Ghanaian Culture and Heritage through partnerships and linkages”

OKYIR FESTIVAL 2023
2023-10-08 07:00 - 2023-10-16 20:00 | NKANSAH PARK, Ghana
The Okyir Festival is an annual event celebrated by the people of Akan in Ghana, West Africa. It is a harvest festival that typically takes place between September and October. During this festival, the Akan people give thanks to their deities and ancestors for the bountiful harvest and seek their blessings for the upcoming year.
The festival is marked by various cultural activities including traditional dances, music, feasting, and colorful processions. It’s an important time for the community to come together, strengthen social bonds, and celebrate their cultural heritage.

OKYIR FESTIVAL 23: SPECIAL CHORAL CONCEPT
2023-10-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Anomabo Methodist church
October is ANOMABO
Excitement awaits! Get ready for a fantastic event!
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OKYIR FESTIVAL 2023; CLEAN UO EXERCISE
2023-10-10 09:00 - 14:00
October is ANOMABO

School quiz semi-final @ NKANSAH PARK -10:00 AM
Feeding of gods - 12:00 PM
MAN OBONOMA

Mark your calenders and join us on this journey as we unfold the progam for an incredible event! Dive into the details of our Anomabo Okyir upcoming programs and explore our scheduled highlights From start to Finish, here's Plan your day with our program outline- we've got something for everyone! Step-by-step, we'll guide you through our program's amazing lineup.
Check out the agaenda for an overview of our action- packed program-Its going to be epic!
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OKIR FESTIVAL 2023
2023-10-11 07:00 | ETSIWA BEACH
October is ANOMABO
Excitement awaits! Get ready for a fantastic event!

General cleaning of the beach
OBONOMA GYAADZE @ NKANSAH PARK - 1:00AM

Mark your calenders and join us on this journey as we unfold the progam for an incredible event! Dive into the details of our Anomabo Okyir upcoming programs and explore our scheduled highlights From start to Finish, here's Plan your day with our program outline- we've got something for everyone! Step-by-step, we'll guide you through our program's amazing lineup.
Check out the agaenda for an overview of our action- packed program-Its going to be epic!
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OKYIR FESTIVAL 2023
2023-10-12 09:00 - 21:00 | HEROES CENTER
OBONOMA TOURISM DAY @ HEROES CENTER- 9AM
HEALTH SREENING @ METHODIST CHURCH -9AM
SCHOOL QUIZ FINAL @ NKANSAH PARK - 9AM
OKYIR FOOTBALL LEAGUE FINAL @ ANKENYI PARK - 3PM
SHOW YOUR TORCH-7PM
VIGIL BY THE FETISH PRIEST / PRIESTESS (AKOMS NIGHT) -9PM

OKYIR FESTIVAL 23
2023-10-13 09:00 - 21:00 | NKANSAH PARK, Ghana
HEALTH SCREENING @ THE METHODIST CHURCH - 9:00AM
PARADING THROUGH THE TOWN AND SLAUGHTERING OF COW
PINK FRIDAY - 3:00PM
ARTIST NIGHT JAMS @ NKANSAH PARK - 9:00PM

OKYIR FESIVAL 2023
2023-10-14 09:00 - 19:00 | NKANSAH PARK, Ghana
STREET PARADE BY THE ASAFO COMPANIES
HEALTH SCREENING @ THE METHODIST CHURCH - 9:00AM
PROCESSION BY THE CHIEFS, VARIOUS ORGANIZATIONS, POLITICAL HEADS AND ASAFO COMPANIES - 10:00AM
GRAND DURBAR @ NKANSAH PARK - 12:00PM
STATE DANCE & MISS OBONOMA @ NKANSAH PARK - 7:00PM
SELECTION OF BEST DREESSED GENTLEMAN AND LADY
Mark your calenders and join us on this journey as we unfold the progam for an incredible event! Dive into the details of our Anomabo Okyir upcoming programs and explore our scheduled highlights From start to Finish, here's Plan your day with our program outline- we've got something for everyone! Step-by-step, we'll guide you through our program's amazing lineup.
Check out the agaenda for an overview of our action- packed program-Its going to be epic!
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2023 Millet Harvest Festival (Ngmayem)
2023-10-23 - 2023-10-27 | Krobo Odumase, Ghana
The Krobo people celebrate the Millet Festival every year during the harvest season. It is an exquisite feast full of color and jewels. Beginning as a harvest festival, the millet festival is held in Krobo Odumase in the Krobo district in eastern Ghana. A centuries-old mainstay of the diet of the farming communities was millet (ngma). Farmers would unwind and mingle after the crops were harvested, local kings would get together to talk politics, and priests would sprinkle millet on the populace as a sign of prosperity.
The theme for this year's festival is "Development In Unity. Reviving Patriotism Through Unification".

ALLIANCE FRANCAISE D'ACCRA PERFORMANCE
2023-11-17 18:00 - 21:20
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Come and be part of Slam, a program designed to unleash your poetic creativity! It's happening on
Friday, Nov 17, 2023, at the Multimedia Library within Alliance Française

Time: 6pm⁠
Rate: Absolutely free to participate.⁠
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ALLIANCE FRANCAISE D'ACCRA PERFORMANCE
2023-11-18 19:25 - 21:30

Freedom Parade
2023-12-16 09:00 - 2023-12-17 18:00 | Nkyinkyim Nuhalenya, Ada Ghana, Ghana
The Freedom Parade is an annual body painting and masquerade festival that initially premiered at Nkyinkyim Museum as a Jama competition in December. The festival has since evolved into a full-blown celebration that attracts people from various cultures, backgrounds, and artistic expressions.
During the Freedom Parade, participants dress up in elaborate costumes and cover their bodies in brightly colored paints and designs, creating a stunning and unique visual display. The festival also features live music, dance performances, and other cultural activities.
The event serves as a platform for artists and performers to showcase their skills, creativity, and cultural heritage while promoting unity and social cohesion. The Freedom Parade is a must-see for anyone interested in experiencing Ghanaian culture and artistic expression.

TADI FEST 2023
2023-12-22 - 2023-12-26 | TAKORADI
Are you ready for this year's TADI FEST? The Christmas festival is best in TADI.
Join us, as we experience the most exciting moment in TADI. It's DECEMBER TO REMEMBER!
You can't miss this experience for anything else.# CHRISTMAS IS TADI. # ALLROADS LEAD TO TADI #22ND - 26TH DECEMBER # NO DULLING IN TADI

Ghana - West Africa - Afrochella
2023-12-27 - 2024-01-02 | Accra, Accra, Ghana
Afrochella is a celebration of Africa’s diverse culture and the vibrant work of African creatives & entrepreneurs. The festival is designed to elevate and highlight the thrilling and thriving millennial talent in Africa by introducing an interactive event that teaches, explains and explores various cultures through a pioneering approach. Afrochellans will experience art and creative activations from the continent, celebrate African music, and taste premium and cultured cuisine.

National Chocolate Week 2024
2024-02-09 08:00 - 2024-02-14 17:00
The 2024 national chocolate Week has been slated for February 9-14, 2024. This is a national celebration to highlight Ghana’s unique cocoa products and also place Ghana as the preferred destination for cocoa-based tourism while appreciating the contribution of the stakeholders within the industry.

Silver Jubilee of Otumfuor Osei Tutu - Clean-up Exercise
2024-03-30 | Kumasi, Ghana
A clean-up exercise set to take place within all traditional areas of Asanteman with a decongestion exercise concurrently in some parts of Kumasi.

Silver Jubilee of Otumfuor Osei Tutu - Religious Feast
2024-04-21 | Manhyia Palace, Kumasi, Ghana
A religious feast for all fetish priests in Asanteman, spearheaded by a constituted Religious Affairs Committee at the Bogyawe grounds in the Manhyia Palace

Silver Jubilee of Otumfuor Osei Tutu - Awukudae
2024-04-24 | Manhyia Palace, Kumasi, Ghana
A feast for ethnic groups domiciled in Asanteman.
A Grand Durbar for Asantehene and the ethnic groups in Asanteman.
The various chiefs and people from all parts of Ghana who lived in and have helped build Asante: Dagombahene, Fantefuohene, Nzemafuohene, Wangarahene, Gonjahene, Ayigbefuohene, Frafrafuohene, Kusasehene, among others.

Silver Jubilee of Otumfuor Osei Tutu - Fireworks
2024-04-25 | Kumasi Cultural Centre, Kumasi, Ghana
Fireworks activities in selected parts of Kumasi including the Cultural Center, Heroes Park, Manhyia, Tafo, Aboabo Post Office, and Adum on the eve of April 25th.
A musical jam at Jubilee Park.

Silver Jubilee of Otumfuor Osei Tutu - Thanksgiving Service
2024-04-26 | Dwabrem Grounds, Kumasi, Ghana
A non-denominational thanksgiving service will be held on April 26th which will mark exactly 25 years of distinguished leadership on the Golden Stool, at the Dwabrem grounds with a dinner later in the day where funds will be raised in support of the Otumfuo Foundation.

Silver Jubilee of Otumfuor Osei Tutu - Akwasidae-Kese
2024-05-12 | Baba Yara Sports Stadium, Kumasi, Ashanti, Ghana
The Grand Silver Jubilee Durbar (Akwasidae-Kese) will be held at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. Dignitaries from all over the world will attend.
