By Patrick Ofoe Nudzi
Accra, Oct. 30, GNA – The Ministry of Tourism and Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) have unveiled the official calendar of events for this year’s December in GH celebration.
December in GH is an annual tourism and cultural celebration in Ghana that showcases the country’s rich culture, music, arts, food, festivals and hospitality.
It attracts Ghanaians at home, in the diaspora and international visitors to experience Ghana’s vibrant entertainment, heritage and festive atmosphere throughout December.
Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, during the launch and unveiling of the events, said, the initiative’s success should be measured not only by visitor numbers and entertainment events but by the economic opportunities generated for local community.
She urged businesses and professionals including tour operators, hoteliers, content creators, musicians, fashion designers, artisans and young entrepreneurs to promote Ghana whilst selling their products.
Some of the events included Christmas in Wonderland at Zen Gardens from December 1 to 31, Street Arts & Trade Festival at Swanlake, North Kaneshie on December 2, Guinea Fowl Bazaar at the Aliu Mahama Sports, Tamale on December 2.
Others are Tema Food Bazaar 2026 at Site 14, Community 1 on December 4, Ghana-Jamaica Homecoming at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium from December 4 to 5, African Food Festival at Bunso Eco Enclave on December 4, Rhythms and Traditions at the National Theatre on December 4 and EweZa Musical Concert at Jubilee Park, Ho on December 5.
Some others are Regal Film Festival and Awards at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel on December 8, Fufu Party at University of Ghana Sports Stadium on December 12, KIDDAFEST at the National Theatre on December 17, 360 Laughs and Rhythms at UPSA on December 19 and Time with Ananse at the National Theatre on December 19.
The rest are BHIM Festival at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium on December 24, Roverman Festival of Plays at the National Theatre from December 24 to January 4, The Families Conference 2026 on December 25 at the National Theatre and A Night of 1033 Laughs and Music at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel on December 26 amongst others.
The 2026 December in GH which has a compilation of more than 100 events is part of Ghana’s broader Black Star Experience tourism initiative, the country’s biggest tourism initiative to draw thousands of visitors from across the globe during the Yuletide.
Through the campaign, Ghana hopes to strengthen its position as a leading destination for cultural and heritage tourism while turning the festive season into a platform for sustainable economic growth, creative expression and deeper connections with the global African community.
GNA
Edited by Benjamin Mensah
Reporter: Patrick Ofoe Nudzi
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