Unless you are not enthralled by the “extroverted life”, Lagos is anything but boring. This bustling city in the Western region of Africa is an active and sociocultural melting point of cultures, traditions, people and events. The beautiful sights and multi-layered sounds are a call out to its residents to get up and do something. There are always turnups, somewhere and anywhere if you know where to look. Here's a look at some of the fun things to do in Lagos.

1. New Afrika Shrine Ikeja

This is the popular posthumous legacy left by the late legendary Fela Anikulapo Kuti. It hosts the annual Felabration Music Festival, located in the epicenter of Ikeja, the state capital of Lagos. The annual event is graced by cultural enthusiasts, academics and Afrobeat music lovers. And the annual Fela Debates/symposium, which features a vibrant nightlife and beautiful jazz music.

The New Afrika Shrine was rebuilt by Yeni and Femi, children of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo Kuti, after it was razed to the ground due to a run-in with the Nigerian government of his day. It now hosts the week long "Felabration" event every October in celebration of the musical icon. Managed by the son of the legend, Femi Kuti, the history of the Shrine has been preserved and looks to be passed on to future generations. French President, Emmanuel Macron visited the imposing edifice, once as a student and in 2018 as an elected president. Don't miss out on this!


2. Terra Kulture, Victoria Island

Founded in 2003, Terra Kulture Arts and Studios Limited is an educational and recreational hotspot. It embodies the Nigerian language and craft school, reading and documentation centre, food lounge, the Terra art gallery and the Terra Arena a multipurpose TheatreIt celebrates the richness and colour of Nigerian languages, arts and culture. Terra Kulture has organized over 200 art exhibitions , 135 plays, 65 book readings and over ten thousand people have attended the language classes. The Terra Kulture Auction house has organized numerous art auctions in Lagos and Abuja.


3. Enjoy Creativity at The Jazzhole and Bogobiri

The Jazzhole and Bogobiri is the place for those who value and cherish artistic statements and expressions. Creatives and art enthusiasts gather here to immerse themselves in an ambience of musical display, literature and the arts.
Guests are treated to music from the resident band at Bogobiri while there is a bookstore and mini-art exhibition at the top floor of the establishment. Guests can enjoy the intriguing experience of the artistic environment featuring good music while enjoying great meals and exotic drinks.


4. Cutural Events at Freedom Park
Downtown Lagos hosts Freedom Park, a multi-functional cultural hub which is a former colonial prison ground that has now been made over and is the go-to location for arts, culture and recreation in the city. Some annual events at the park include the Eko Theatre Carnival, commemorations of the Black history month, the Lagos Reggae Festival and the Adire Heritage Festival.


5. Lagos Carnival
Much like it's steep history, the Lagos Carnival is a colorful event Lagosians and visitors look towards every year. The Lagos Carnival began in the 19th century after some freed Brazilian slaved returned to the city and held the first Lagos carnival ("Fanti" or "Caretta). The Lagos Carnival is a colorful display of the city's heritage filled with music, dancing and fun and not forgetting elaborate costumes by participants. This event holds during the Lagos Black Heritage Festival.


6. The Fashion Weeks

Two of Africa's biggest fashion events, the Africa Fashion Week and the Lagos Fashion and Design Week are both held annually in Lagos and these events are when the very best of Africa's fashion designers and emerging talents meet to display their unique indigenous designs which showcase the cultivated taste in fashion that Africa wants the world to share in.


7. Eyo Festival

The Eyo Festival is the highly traditional event native to Lagos State. Historically, the Eyo Festival was observed by certain secret societies with the duty of escorting a dead king to the afterlife and crowing a new one. However, these days, the festival is a tourist attraction that sees the Eyo (masquerades) emerge to show off dancing skills and elegance. The festival is also a time where Lagos' ceremonial monarchs (Obas) are paid due respects. During the festival, Tourists and Lagosians are warned not to violate any of the sacred prohibitions upon visitation.

Whether you are new in town, a local or just passing through, there is always an event in Lagos and things to do you can never get tired of.