Holidays and Festivals

Holidays and festivals in Cameroon are great fun for those who are at the right place at the right time. They are often held in Douala and Yaoundé, while a few are also held in the smaller regions. Events in Cameroon have a lot to offer, from traditional displays like the Ngondo Festival to artistic festivals like the Festival National des Arts et de la Culture.

• African Music Market: The African Music Market, or Le Kolatier as it is known in Cameroon, is a must-attend event for music fans. The region's top African musicians come together for this wonderful festival, which is held in Douala every two years. These people and organizations join together to perform in a celebration of the lively music of the area. Additionally, there are interactive events including lectures, workshops, and an entertaining trade show.

• Nyem-Nyem Festival: Which takes place in Ngaoundéré, a city in the Adamawa region, in July, honors the Nyem-Nyem people's resistance movement against German rule. The community turns out in force to support those who battled for the region's independence. Cultural dances performed in full traditional garb are performed to honor the event.

• Culture Week: That is observed nationwide in Cameroon in either August or September. To honor their relatives and ancestors, the youth return to their communities. The week also includes traditional dances that feature religious masks, music performances, wrestling fights, and sporting events.

• African Theater Festival for Children and Young People (FATEJ): The FATEJ arrives in Cameroon in dramatic fashion in November. The festival, which takes place in Yaoundé every two years, brings together young people from all over the world and throughout Africa to take part in theater workshops led by professionals in the field. The occasion is a fantastic chance for troupes from all around the nation to polish their skill in a global and collaborative setting.

• Festival National des Arts et de la Culture (FENAC): The biggest nonreligious event in Cameroon is called FENAC. Artists from all over contribute to the growth of the event and the promotion of the region's rich heritage as it serves as a simple celebration of the nation's thriving arts sector. FENAC, which takes place in Moroua every December, is distinguished by vivacious parades, vibrant music, and dancing performances.

• Ngondo Festival: Ngondo, a celebration of one of Cameroon's many ethnic groupings, also takes place in December. The festival, which takes place in the city of Douala, aims to highlight the arts and culture of the Sawa people, who primarily live in the coastal regions of the country. The festival is held along the Wouri River, and it is a joy to witness the streets fill with music, dance, and friendly competitions like canoe races. The fortunate visitors who manage to arrive here at this time are sure to have a fantastic time.