Get ready, Lagos — the Lagos Fanti Carnival is back this Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, and it’s bringing all the colour, rhythm, and heritage straight to the heart of the city. This year’s celebration promises to be a spectacular cultural revival that fuses Afro-Brazilian roots with the bold energy of Lagos Island.
Dating back to 1890, the Fanti Carnival isn’t just a party — it’s a vibrant living tradition. With support from the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, in collaboration with Robert Taylor Media and the Brazilian Descendants Association, the 2025 edition is expected to draw thousands of locals, culture enthusiasts, and international guests.
This year, it’s more than just a parade. The experience unfolds across three signature highlights:
Afro-Brazilian Food Showcase
Heritage Art Exhibition
The iconic Fanti Carnival Parade
From samba rhythms to eye-popping costumes, bold fashion statements to electrifying street dances, the Fanti Carnival is a feast for every sense—blending traditional Afro-Brazilian influences with the fast-paced creativity of today’s Lagos.
With over 10,000 guests expected in person, more than 50,000 livestream viewers, and upwards of 2 million digital impressions, this isn’t just a local celebration — it’s a global cultural moment.
What makes this carnival truly special is its youth-powered creative energy. Young artists, performers, musicians, and designers are infusing age-old traditions with fresh ideas, making this year’s carnival a celebration of heritage and innovation.
And the magic starts before the parade hits the streets. In the days leading up, there’ll be exclusive behind-the-scenes peeks into rehearsals, costume making, and community gatherings, giving fans a front-row seat to the passion and preparation behind the festival’s pulse.
So whether you’re dancing in the crowd or tuning in from across the world, one thing’s for sure: the Lagos Fanti Carnival 2025 is where tradition meets transformation — and you won’t want to miss it.
