Carnaval de Luanda
Season or date: February
A carnival with colorful costume parades through the capital's center.
Festivals in Angola
Discover traditional festivals and celebrations of this country
Festivals
FESTISUMBE (Festival Internacional de Música do Sumbe)
Season or date: September
International music festival held in Sumbe, Cuanza Sul Province.
Nossa Senhora do Monte Festival
Season or date: Late August to Early September
A religious and cultural celebration in Lubango.
Luanda Jazz Festival
Season or date: June
Jazz and world music event featuring international artists.
Dundo Museum Cultural Week
Season or date: July
Showcasing ethnic dance and crafts from Lunda Norte Province.
Kalandula Falls Cultural Fair
Season or date: November
A multicultural event around Kalandula Falls.
Cabinda Mango Festival
Season or date: December
Mango harvest festival in the Cabinda enclave.
Benguela Sea Festival
Season or date: June
Sailing and beach sports competition in the coastal city of Benguela.
FENACULT
Season or date: Biennial
National Arts and Culture Festival. Comprehensive festival of theater, film, and crafts.
Kizomba Nation
Season or date: October
Urban festival featuring Kizomba music and dance workshops.
Public holidays
- New Year's Day
- Beginning of Armed Struggle Day
- International Women's Day
- Victory Day
- Youth Day
- May Day
- Children's Day
- Armed Forces Day
- National Heroes' Day
- Independence Day
- Pioneers' Day
- Christmas