From tech expos to art festivals and empowering women-only spaces, these events reflect the vibrant pulse of Nigeria’s youth culture.

Lagos Startup Expo 2025

• Dates: June 18–19, 2025

• Venue: Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos

• Attendance: Thousands expected

  

Overview:
Organized by Techpoint Africa, Lagos Startup Expo is a powerhouse for innovation and entrepreneurial energy. The event features exhibitions, pitch decks, fireside chats, and networking opportunities for founders, funders, and future leaders.

Why Attend:
Whether you’re launching your first startup or scaling your fifth, this is where Nigeria’s next generation of unicorns, tech talents, and digital disruptors connect. It’s a golden opportunity to:

• Gain visibility for your startup or skills

• Meet active investors scouting for new ventures

• Learn cutting-edge trends from top voices in tech

• Explore collaborations, co-founder matches, and career paths

• Join a vibrant community driving Nigeria’s innovation future
  

ART X Lagos 2025

• Dates: November 6–9, 2025

• Venue: The Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos

• Attendance: Thousands from over 40 countries

Overview:
ART X Lagos is West Africa’s biggest international art fair—featuring modern African art, talks, installations, performances, and digital expressions that push boundaries and provoke thought.

Why Attend:
If you're a creative thinker, artist, culture lover, or someone passionate about visual storytelling, ART X is more than a gallery—it’s a platform for global exposure and cultural discourse. You’ll:

• Interact with collectors, critics, and curators from around the world

• Experience art not just in form, but as activism, identity, and memory

• Engage in powerful talks with artists shaping African narratives

• Discover mentorship, scholarships, and collaboration opportunities

• Immerse yourself in youth-focused programs, live music, and interactive zones
  
  

Nigeria Female Entrepreneurs Conference & Exhibition (NFEC&E)

• Dates: May 30–31, 2025

• Venue: The Charis Center, Ikeja, Lagos

• Attendance: Hundreds of female entrepreneurs and business leaders

Overview:
This is a flagship platform for Nigerian women entrepreneurs to connect, trade, and grow. With exhibitions, pitch sessions, and workshops led by seasoned mentors and investors, it’s a space built for sustainable impact.

Why Attend:
As a young woman in business or creative enterprise, this is your chance to:

• Exhibit your products and attract new customers or distributors

• Receive feedback from real investors and business mentors

• Participate in capacity-building sessions on finance, branding, and scaling

• Join an empowering sisterhood of founders and changemakers

• Gain media exposure and possibly walk away with investor leads or grants
  

The following iconic events are not holding editions in the second half of 2025 but are expected to return bigger and better next year. Start following them now to secure early access.

GTCO Food and Drink Festival

• Usual Dates: Early May

• Past Attendance: 10,000+ annually

Overview:
Africa’s largest food festival celebrates Nigeria’s rich culinary heritage. From international chefs to street food stars, the festival serves tastings, demos, masterclasses, and a buzzing marketplace.

Why Attend:
It’s a delicious fusion of food, business, and lifestyle. Ideal for:

• Food entrepreneurs looking to gain exposure or test new products

• Culinary creatives seeking mentorship from international chefs

• Young Nigerians who love eating, networking, and exploring food culture

• People building personal or professional brands around food and wellness

• Anyone seeking a well-rounded, sensory, Instagram-worthy experience
  

HERtitude Festival

• Usual Dates: April

• Past Attendance: Hundreds to over 1,000 women

Overview:
HERtitude is a women-only, three-day creative retreat featuring music, wellness activities, fashion showcases, and soul-restoring sisterhood—curated by Zikoko.

Why Attend:
This isn’t just an event—it’s a safe revolution for women by women. You’ll:

• Dance, sing, laugh, and cry in a fully affirming space

• Reconnect with your inner self through yoga, therapy sessions, and art

• Build real friendships without the pressure of judgment

• Enjoy performances and vendors that reflect the power of feminine joy

• Leave feeling refreshed, seen, and re-energized
  
  

Final Thoughts

Pro Tip: Follow the events on social media, join interest lists, and consider volunteering for deeper access and networking. These spaces could be where your next idea, investor, or life-changing moment happens.