BHIM Festival

Name: BHIM Festival
Start: 2026-08-15
End: 2026-08-15
Location: London

The inaugural London edition of the BHIM Festival is scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the OVO Arena Wembley. Headlined by Ghanaian Afro-dancehall star Stonebwoy, the event marks the international expansion of his flagship annual concert. The festival features a lineup of prominent Ghanaian and UK-based talents, celebrating genres such as afrobeats, dancehall, and highlife while achieving a significant milestone as a sold-out show at the 12,500-capacity venue.

Date: Aug 15, 2026
Location: London

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Event summary

Highlights

Headlined by BET Award-winning star Stonebwoy
First Ghanaian artist to headline a sold-out show at OVO Arena Wembley
International debut of the annual Ghanaian festival in London
Performances by Ofori Amponsah, Samini, and DopeNation

The BHIM Festival makes its United Kingdom debut on August 15, 2026, at London's OVO Arena Wembley. Organized by Stonebwoy's Burniton Music Group, this event represents the first international iteration of the successful Ghanaian music festival. The concert aims to provide a global platform for African music and culture, specifically highlighting the diverse sounds of the diaspora including afrobeats and dancehall.

Headliner Stonebwoy is joined by a diverse selection of artists such as Samini, Kwabena Kwabena, DopeNation, and Ofori Amponsah, along with UK-based performer Stylo G. The event is characterized by high-energy performances and a commitment to high-level security standards, mirroring the scale of the festival's flagship editions in Ghana. Media partner WatsUp TV provides coverage of the festival, including exclusive artist interviews and behind-the-scenes content.

A major milestone for Ghanaian music, Stonebwoy is recognized as the first Ghanaian artist to headline a sold-out concert at the 12,500-capacity OVO Arena Wembley. The production reflects the growing international reach of Ghanaian artists, moving from smaller club venues to prestigious arenas. The festival's arrival in London follows a decade of successful annual editions held in Accra.

Practical details

Location described by the source: OVO Arena Wembley; www.adomonline.com
Area for browsing nearby events: London

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