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Wazema New Year's Eve Concert

Wazema New Year's Eve Concert

Sep 10, 2026 Addis Ababa
Recently ended

The Wazema New Year's Eve Concert is a major music event held in Addis Ababa to celebrate the Ethiopian New Year. Organised by Shega Events and Harar Beer, the concert takes place...

Music festival Concert +5
Shekla Ethiopia Enkutatash Celebration

Shekla Ethiopia Enkutatash Celebration

Sep 6, 2026 Addis Ababa

The Shekla Ethiopia Enkutatash Celebration is a cultural event in Addis Ababa held to mark the Ethiopian New Year. Taking place on September 6, 2026, the gathering features artistic activities such as...

Ethiopian New Year Enkutatash +4
Ashenda festival

Ashenda festival

Aug 22, 2026 Mekelle

Ashenda is a significant three-day cultural and religious festival in northern Ethiopia, primarily celebrated by girls and young women to honor the Virgin Mary. The 2026 focal celebration in Mekelle, which traditionally...

Traditional Festival Religious Event +4