Mozambique Independence Day Parade
Season or date: June 25
Military parades and various cultural events celebrating nationhood held nationwide.
Festivals in Mozambique
Discover traditional festivals and celebrations of this country
Festivals
Marrabenta Festival
Season or date: Late January
National music festival centered in capital Maputo.
Nyassa Cultural Festival
Season or date: August
Regional culture festival introducing northern ethnic dances and crafts.
Street Jazz Festival
Season or date: September
Domestic and international jazz bands perform throughout Maputo city.
Grand Praia International Beach Marathon
Season or date: November
Citizen-participation marathon running along Beira coastal road.
Tofo Ocean Festival
Season or date: July
Implements diving competitions and beach cleanups themed on marine conservation.
Ngoma Traditional Drum Festival
Season or date: May
Traditional event continuing drumming and dancing all night in Zambézia Province.
Cachema Cultural Week
Season or date: October
Event showcasing minority ethnic performing arts and food culture.
Maputo International Film Festival
Season or date: April
Screens African films primarily and supports emerging directors.
Bazaruto Kite Surf Cup
Season or date: August
Competition and music live where worldwide kitesurfers compete.
Public holidays
- New Year's Day
- Mozambican Heroes Day
- Mozambican Women's Day
- May Day
- Independence Day
- Lusaka Agreement Day
- People's Liberation Army Day
- Day of Peace and Reconciliation
- Family Day/Christmas