Since 1993, the Royal Ascot Goat Races have been an annual Kampala tradition, conducted at the Speke Resort on the beaches of Lake Victoria. It's undoubtedly the most important social event in Uganda and one of the most famous festivals in Uganda.

The goat races, organized by Ruparelia Group, consist of eight races spread out throughout the course of the day, each containing eight goats. Spectators can also gamble on goats after watching a preparatory procession around the track and reading a bettors' guide that describes each goat. Betting proceeds go to local organizations. There are also hospitality and food tents, as well as children's activities, in addition to the goat races.

The networking and fun-filled event brings Kampala partygoers together, most of whom are from the upper socioeconomic class.

Dates; August

The Twins festival, organized by Vision Group, is one of the most popular yearly events, likely due to the large crowds that attend each year. It is normally held at Namboole Stadium and recently held its sixth edition, which was also a huge success.

It's a girls' day out for the twins. They walk magnificently in pairs. Each set of twins, however, dresses differently to stand out from the throng. The twins had a great time at the festival, which was full of pomp and circumstance. This festival is really fun and attracts the attention and participation of many twins across the country. It's amazing how many twins have their own space to socialize and connect with each other- On the African continent, the event is slowly gaining popularity.

Dates: August

Nyege Nyege, perhaps East Africa's largest music festival, is a four-day music extravaganza that attracts party-goers from all across the continent. This event, according to Nyege Nyege's originator, represents peace, love, and unlimited delight for Africa's underground musicians and musicians.

The lineup is primarily comprised of East African performers, many of whom are associated with Nyege Nyege Tapes. Juan Atkins, Suzi Analogue, and DJ Scotch Egg, all of whose music is influenced by African sounds, are among the musicians and DJs from beyond the continent. NTS, a British online radio station, sent DJs to the 2017 festival, and streaming platform Boiler Room has been hosting a stage since 2018.

Nyege Nyege Festival has drawn criticism from Uganda's religious leaders due to its ties to the LGBT community and tourist appeal. In 2016, locals printed brochures decrying the event, and in 2018, Uganda's minister of ethics attempted to cancel the event, stating it would "damage national integrity" and put residents "at risk of aberrant sexual immorality," but the minister of the interior overruled him.

Dates: September

Have you or do you want to taste various and unique Pizza recipes from local foods like Matooke Pizza, Nsenene Pizza, Egg Pizza, Irish Pizza, and Lumonde Pizza! Well, Pizza Festival is for you. Possibly because of the new recipes and art that they put in Pizza preparations, this festival has managed to be in existence for over two years now, and it always receives an overwhelming attendance. With huge participation, it is one of the most famous festivals in Uganda

Hundreds of pizza fans descended on the iconic venue, which began to fill up as early as 1 p.m., with revelers gorging on a variety of pizza tastes on offer. There was also a portion of the family event dedicated to children's games. It was certainly a pleasant afternoon as foodies were seen snacking on various pizza toppings such as chicken, beef, and veggies, with Tusker Lite serving as the beverage of choice for the majority of festival-goers.

The Pizza Festival's goal is to foster an excellent culinary culture in Kampala, so everyone is encouraged to go and sample what's on offer.

Dates: October

This concept originated in China, and the Dragon Boat Festival has been held in Uganda in a couple of years. It always draws a large number of Chinese visitors, and it usually takes place at Forest Park Resort Buloba, where revelers assemble to partake in boat races.

The Dragon Boat Festival celebrates the death of Qu Yuan, a Chinese poet and minister of the State of Chu between 475 and 221 B.C. during the Warring States period.

On the beach, revelers dined on Chinese and Ugandan cuisine. A highlight was the dumplings and other Chinese foods. Cultural games such as a kite show, tug of war, and acrobatic displays were among the highlights of the event.

The dragon boat festival is not only a competition and a meeting, but it also helps to strengthen the bond between the two peoples and cultures. The Dragon Boat Festival race improves Ugandan-Chinese relations by bringing together a large number of Chinese and Ugandans.

Dates: June

It's amusement with a cause! The Green Festival is an annual event that honors children's environmental stewardship. The festival, which is organized by Uganda's Little Hands Go Green and My Kid is a Superstar, combines fun and entertainment with environmental education for youngsters. This is really a meaningful festival, teaching children the awareness of environmental protection and love of nature. Events like this need to be learned and developed by other countries.

It always attracts over 12 thousand green ambassadors, as well as over 10,000 parents, guardians, and caregivers. The Green Festival at Kololo Independence Grounds has been attended by Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni on two occasions.

Dates: August

The Rolex Festival is an annual event in Uganda that honors the country's most popular dish, the Rolex. The Festival creates around 79 original Ugandan Rolex dishes with chefs from all over the country to present attendees with an unforgettable experience. The festival began as a way to honor Ugandan cuisine and innovation. The festival was first held in Uganda in 2016 and was a huge success.

Rolex is nothing more than a combination of chapatti and eggs, but CNN just named it Uganda's fastest-growing cuisine. This explains why the Rolex Festival is one of Uganda's most popular events. Organized by Rolex Initiative Uganda, this event brings together uptown restaurants to showcase the different styles of preparing a Rolex, this is usually accompanied by entertainment, and games among others.

Dates: August