TLW Guide: Things to do this weekend in Lagos (Easter edition)

The weekend we have all been waiting for is upon us guys!

It's Easter Weekend already! This period got even better with giving the holiday today because of the President of Nigeria's 'historic' visit to our beautiful city. That means some of us get a 5 day holiday! If you are on holiday already, we have curated events happening even today for you so we are kicking off the festivities early enough.

There is so much to get up to over the short break and it feels good to share our long list of events. There are at least 3 big concerts, comedy show to crack your ribs, a fashion show and international stars are coming to our city! Prepare for an absolutely unforgettable holiday!

Live Lagos!

Thursday 29th

WAJO FUSION

VENUE: Freedom Park amphitheatre, Hospital road, Lagos Island

TIME: 7Pm

ENTRY: Park access fee is N200

TLW Guide: Things to do in Lagos(Mar 23rd-25th)

We are up for another interesting weekend guys! From Fashion to art, music and nightlife, Friday is sure looking good. As we gradually approach the easter holidays, here are a few events happening this weekend.

 If you have not read our post on the events happening on easter weekend that shouldn't miss make sure to click here.

Friday 23rd

HEAVY WIND IN FELA MODE

Heavy wind played Fela in the sold out musical, Fela and the Kalakuta Queens. He will return to the Freedom Park main stage to thrill the audience in FELA Mode tonight.

VENUE: Freedom Park, Hospital road, Lagos Island

TIME: 8pm

ENTRY: Free

8 Exciting Events Happening in Lagos this Easter Holiday!

Get ready to turn up big time as we approach the Easter festivities that mark the end of the first quarter of the year. Our plan (as usual) is to make every day of the holiday count and Live the Lagos life to the fullest! You know how much we love our holidays over here and we've got 4 whole work free days, the first this year! What better way to prepare for this period than harming yourself with our list of the biggest gigs this Easter.

There are concerts, comedy shows, stage plays, Fashion shows and so many exciting activities happening all around Lagos. We are outling these 8 that we think would be worth your holiday and money of course! 

1. GIDI FEST 2018

Gidi Fest is one of the most highly anticipated Easter gigs in Lagos. In its fifth year running, the Music festival has grown to become our own Coachella and has over the years blessed us with performances from the likes of Diplo, Sauti sol, Vanessa Mdee, Burna Boy, Wizkid and has also been a platform for so many rising artistes.

This year looks quite promising, with Wizkid and 2face headlining the show! We would definitely put our bet on this one. 

Happening at the Hard Rock beach front, Victoria Island on Easter Friday, March 30th.

Tickets are available online here from N5000 only.

TLW GUIDE: Things to do in Lagos this weekend (Mar 16th-18th)

It's the weekend people and there's a whole lot to get up to this period! We are super excited for the Afropolitan vibes music festival happening this weekend.( The line up is Fia!) You shouldn't miss it for anything!

There are other events happening around town for you to catch the Lagos fun! Don't forget to catch up with us on instagram stories if you can't make it out! 

Here are the latest happenings in town this weekend.

Live Lagos!

Friday 16th

AFROPOLITAN VIBES MUSIC FESTIVAL

Two days of alternative live music and everything in between, from masterclasses to nart, drum circle, DJ Battle and more!
Line up include Styl Plus, Funbi, M. I, Brymo, DJ Neptune, Bez and more.
 See Full line up and schedule here

SMW LAGOS PARTNERS WITH DJ SOSE, DJ CUPPY, DJ KLEM AND TECK-ZILLA TO RELEASE POST-CONFERENCE MIXTAPE

Every great event needs an epic soundtrack …

The AFRIKA21 Digital SoundKlash was an epic live mash up of original mixes produced by Teck-Zilla, DJ Cuppy, DJ Sose, DJ Sensei Lo and DJ Klem. The idea was to have several African DJs collaborate to create the ultimate mixtape to debut during AricaNXT Fest at SMW Lagos 2018. The end results was a NXT level dance party and 150 minutes of banging beats. 

TLW Guide: This Weekend in Lagos, March 9th - Mar 11th

Happy women's month people!

It was international women's day yesterday and we just want to take a moment to appreciate the women that make things happen in our city. From Iya Moria, the  boli woman to That Lady boss in your office. 

Women make magic happen!

We had an amazing time last weekend. From the super lit closing party of the social media week to amazing, thrilling and captivating performances at the Lagos Theatre Week.

You can see highlights of the event on our page by clicking here!

We will be doing a review of the festival soon, so be sure to stay peeled to catch it.

Check out a list of what's happening in town this weekend.

TLW Guide: Things to do in Lagos this Weekend (Mar 2nd- Mar 4th)

And we are back at it again! It's  another weekend although this week has been an eventful week for us and most likely every social media friendly person in Lagos! Social Media week has  kept us all up all week with insightful sessions, opportunity to network, fun and games and music. Today marks the final day of the Week long event and we have soaked up so much knowledge. I am sure everyone who attended has same to say from over 300 speakers to over 30 sessions.

While we were on our heels learning, Lagos theatre festival crept on us and has started shows for the past two days. We cannot wait to experience art in all forms this weekend as we will be taking over the Lagos theatre festival Instagram account.

Follow us and lagostheatrefestival for updates.

For the full schedule of the festival CLICK HERE

Here are a few bother happenings in town this weekend.  

10 startups to close out Social Media Week Lagos 2018 #LaunchedInAfrica with Pitch Day

#LaunchedInAfrica is a platform for African-led early-stage startups to showcase products and services that are disrupting industries across the continent. Some of Nigeria’s most innovative early-stage businesses debuted as featured companies in the #LaunchedinAfrica Digital Demo space during the ongoing Social Media Week (SMW) Lagos 2018.

Below are the five featured #LauncedInAfrica startups: