AFRICAN FASHION FIESTA · CALABAR, NIGERIA
WHERE TRADITION WALKS,
THE WORLD WATCHES.
A celebration of African fashion, craftsmanship, culture and creative expression.
22ND & 23RD DECEMBER 2026
MILLENNIUM PARK, CALABAR
3RD EDITION
6 CREATIVE CATEGORIES
THE PLATFORM
MORE THAN
FASHION.
African Fashion Fiesta is a creative and cultural platform that brings together designers, artisans, fashion professionals and creative talents to showcase their work, celebrate African heritage, and connect with wider audiences.
WHERE WE STAND
A PLATFORM, NOT JUST A SHOW.
Centered in Calabar, Nigeria, AFF takes place within the Carnival and Festival season, creating space for visitors to experience the creativity, craftsmanship and cultural richness of Africa.
THE WORLD OF AFF
AFRICAN CREATIVITY HAS MANY FORMS.
FASHION
FASHION
CRAFT
TEXTILES
ACCESSORIES
SHOES
ART
MAKING
Designers, bead makers, weavers, crocheters, hat and shoe makers, textile creatives and artists, one platform.
PEOPLE
CREATIVE EXPRESSION
LOOKING BACK
OUR LAST EDITION: AFF 2024
African Fashion Fiesta returned in December 2024 for its most recent edition, bringing together designers, dignitaries and creative talents for a weekend of runway shows and celebration.
EXPLORE THE MOMENTS
AFF 2024
CASTING
WALK
THE
RUNWAY.
Designers select their own models for each show. If you’re interested in being considered, here’s what’s typically requested.
01
SIZE
XS TO PLUS SIZE
02
HEIGHT
5’5” AND ABOVE
03
EXPERIENCE
WELCOMED, NOT REQUIRED
OUR EVENTS
CARPE DIEM
A MEETING OF FASHION CREATIVES
A gathering where fashion creatives connect, exchange ideas, showcase talent, and build meaningful collaborations within the fashion industry.
EXPLORE CARPE DIEMMOMENTS
MOMENTS FROM CARPE DIEM
CELEBRATING CREATIVES
STYLE IN CONVERSATION
NEW CONNECTIONS
THE ROOM LISTENS
WHY US: CULTURAL INCLUSION
CULTURE SHOULD NOT ONLY BE PRESERVED. IT SHOULD BE EXPERIENCED, REIMAGINED, AND PASSED ON.
We are more than an event brand. We are a cultural platform built around inclusion, diversity, and authentic African expression. We create opportunities for different voices across the creative industry to be seen, celebrated, and connected.
CENTERED IN CALABAR.
CONNECTED TO AFRICA.
Calabar provides the setting for African Fashion Fiesta, connecting the event to the energy of the Carnival and Festival season. As visitors come into the city to experience its celebrations, AFF creates an opportunity to showcase the creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural richness of Africa.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
CREATIVITY WITH PURPOSE
01
CREATIVE EMPOWERMENT
Creating opportunities for designers, artisans, and creative entrepreneurs.
02
CULTURAL PRESERVATION
Celebrating African traditions, craftsmanship, and identity.
03
TOURISM ENGAGEMENT
Creating meaningful cultural experiences for visitors.
04
INDUSTRY NETWORKING
Connecting creatives, professionals, brands, and enthusiasts.
PARTNERSHIPS
BUILD THE FUTURE OF AFRICAN CREATIVITY WITH US
African Fashion Fiesta welcomes meaningful partnerships with brands, organizations, creative institutions, and individuals who share a commitment to African creativity, cultural expression, and industry development.
PARTNER WITH AFFTHIS DECEMBER
AFRICAN
FASHION
FIESTA
2026
22ND & 23RD DECEMBER 2026 · MILLENNIUM PARK, CALABAR
WHERE TRADITION WALKS, THE WORLD WATCHES.
