By Nautica
Event Date
1 October 2026
9.00 AM - 11.00 PM
One day.
One national stage.
Location
Nautica Beach
Resort
About this Festival
One Nation Festival by Nautica is Nigeria’s premier luxury Independence Day festival, conceived to become the nation’s signature annual celebration of culture, creativity, tourism, entertainment, and national unity.
More than a festival, One Nation is a destination brand designed to position Lagos and Nigeria as a leading cultural tourism destination, while establishing Nautica Beach Resort as the home of the country’s most prestigious national celebration.
The One Nation Summit serves as the intellectual and strategic platform of the festival. It convenes government officials, diplomats, investors, tourism stakeholders, business leaders, creatives, and development partners to discuss opportunities within Nigeria’s tourism, culture, hospitality, sports, and creative sectors.
Nigeria's flagship Independence Day event, returning every October 1st.
curated experiences that meet international festival benchmarks.
positioning Lagos as a must-visit cultural capital.
Lagos State Governor
Developer
Programmer
Company CEO
A premium cultural marketplace of indigenous fashion, traditional crafts, art installations, and regional cuisine celebrating Nigeria's diversity in one place.
Celebrating the best-dressed guests of the festival, with recognition and prizes for standout style on the day.
VIP hospitality access to connect with government leaders, diplomats, investors, and corporate executives.
Building Nigeria’s Future Through Culture, Tourism, Sports & Hospitality
09.00 AM – 12.00 PM
The official opening of the festival.
A celebrity football tournament featuring four Nigerian football legends serving as captains and ambassadors.
12.00 PM – 06.00 PM
Following the unity cup, guests are welcomed into a curated cultural festival experience comprising multiple themed zones:
6.00 PM – 8.00 PM
Settle in on the sand as the sun goes down for an open-air screening under the Lagos night sky.
8:00 PM
A world-class entertainment production celebrating Nigeria’s cultural and creative influence.
Featuring:
Every tickets include:
Access to sessions, exhibits, and networking events throughout the conference.
Access to sessions, exhibits, and networking events throughout the conference.
Access to sessions, exhibits, and networking events throughout the conference.
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Access to sessions, exhibits, and networking events throughout the festival.
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