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Dala Festival

Name: Dala Festival
Start: 2026-12-12
End: 2026-12-12
Location: Nairobi

The Dala Festival is scheduled for Saturday, December 12, 2026, in Nairobi, Kenya. Coinciding with Jamhuri Day, the festival will feature a performance by Congolese artist Ferré Gola, known as “Le Padre,” who is expected to deliver a marathon-style rumba set.

Date: Dec 12, 2026
Location: Nairobi
Status: Upcoming

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Dala Festival

Date: Dec 12, 2026
Location: Nairobi

Festival Music Rumba

Event summary

Highlights

Performance by Congolese artist Ferré Gola
Marathon-style rumba set
Coincides with Jamhuri Day

The Dala Festival is set to take place in Nairobi, Kenya, on Saturday, December 12, 2026. This date is notable as it coincides with Jamhuri Day, a national holiday. The festival is positioned as a significant musical event, highlighting a performance by prominent Congolese rumba star Ferré Gola, also known by his moniker “Le Padre.”

Ferré Gola has confirmed his participation, with an announcement made on his Instagram, where he stated his intention to bring the best of Congolese rumba to his Kenyan fans. Attendees can anticipate a long, marathon-style musical set from the artist as part of the festival's lineup.

Practical details

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.