Idiroko Festival
Ado-Ekiti
An annual cultural observance celebrated in the state capital.
CULTURE · TRADITION · COMMUNITY
Festivals of Ekiti
Celebrating the festivals, rituals, harvests and community traditions that keep Ekiti heritage vibrant.
LIVING HERITAGE
Festivals of Ekiti State
Ekiti festivals express the history, spirituality, farming traditions, community identity and artistic life of towns across the state. Festival dates can vary by community and year; confirm local arrangements before travelling.
Ogun Festival
Ire-Ekiti and other communities
A traditional festival associated with Ogun and observed in different communities, often around August–September.
Aeregbe Festival
Afao, Igbara-Odo and Emure
A community festival reported in August.
Epa Masquerade Festival
Isan-Ekiti
A masquerade tradition reported in May.
Ikereje Festival
Ilawe-Ekiti
A cultural festival reported in December.
Alayere Festival
Igbara-Odo
An annual festival reported in December.
Elefon Festival
Ikoro-Ekiti
A traditional festival reported in February.
Olosunta Festival
Ikere-Ekiti
A festival connected with local history and the Olosunta tradition.
Ijesu / New Yam Festival
Communities across Ekiti
A harvest-related celebration observed in different forms across communities.
Egungun Festival
Various towns
Masquerade traditions honouring ancestors and community heritage.
Oodun and Odun Opa
Iyin-Ekiti
Traditional observances reported in June or July.
Iromo Festival
Igede-Ekiti
A local annual cultural observance.
Respect local customs: Some festivals have restricted rites, sacred spaces, or community-specific rules. Visitors should follow the guidance of local organisers and traditional authorities. Festival names and dates are based on the Ekiti State Government tourism listing and may be updated locally.