Elevated experiences celebrating the culture through dance and rhythm
Elevated experiences celebrating the culture through dance and rhythm
Lagos is about to get a serious upgrade to its already legendary December energy. Detty December Fest 2026 has officially announced Wizkid as the headliner for its grand opening concert, marking the first night of an ambitious 13-day festival that promises to redefine how the culture celebrates the year’s end.
Running from December 18 through 30, the festival kicks off with Big Wiz taking the main stage on opening night, setting the tone for what organizers are calling 10 major shows spread across nearly two weeks. For fans who’ve been following Starboy since the beginning—or anyone who’s simply never caught him live in Lagos—this opening night represents more than just a concert. It’s a homecoming wrapped in the kind of December magic that only Nigeria’s entertainment capital can deliver.
The festival’s architecture centers around two distinct stages, each serving its own purpose in the overall experience. The Detty Festival Stage hosts the headline acts and marquee performances, while the Detty Pulse Stage runs daily throughout all 13 days, spotlighting emerging talent, DJ sets, and culture nights designed to keep the energy flowing from dusk till dawn. Beyond the music, festival-goers can expect aerial performances, a Christmas Grotto, an ice skating rink, the Gen Z Republik experience, and various food and lifestyle activations that expand the event well beyond your typical concert series.
What makes Detty December Fest particularly compelling is its blend of high-profile bookings and street-level discovery. You might arrive for the artists whose songs already dominate your playlist, but you’ll likely leave with new favorites and memories that extend far beyond the setlists. Tickets are available now through the festival’s official website, and if past Decembers in Lagos have taught us anything, it’s that these kinds of plans fill up fast.
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