Ukili Waves Cultural & Arts Event – Mafia Island

Ukili Waves Cultural & Arts Event is a vibrant two-day celebration of culture, creativity, and community, taking place on 27th and 28th November 2026 at Afro Beach Ground, Mafia Island, alongside the magical Full Moon Party.

This unique event will bring together the local community of Mafia Island, tourism stakeholders, conservation partners, artists, and visitors to showcase the rich cultural heritage of Mafia Island through art, music, fashion, food, and storytelling.

Across two unforgettable evenings, guests will experience full entertainment in a lively beachfront atmosphere, featuring:

10:00 am
🎟️ Gates Open & Guest Arrival

• Ticket verification & badge collection

• Welcome cocktail served

• Background DJ music

12:30 – 18:30
🎨 Ukili Design Exhibition Opens

• Cultural displays & local art

• Meet the designers and artisans

18:30 – 19:30
🍽️ Local Food & Live Cooking Sessions

• Traditional Mafia Island dishes

• Live cooking experience with local vendors

19:30 – 20:30
🎶 Live Local Performances

• Traditional music & dance

• Local artists from Mafia Island

20:30 – 21:00
🔥 Bonfire Lighting Ceremony

• Community gathering & storytelling

21:00 – 23:00
🎧 DJ Sets & Live Music

• Beach vibes under the full moon

• Open dance floor

23:00 – Late
🌕 Full Moon Party Continues

• Music, dance & island energy

DAY 2 – Saturday | Arts, Music & Celebration Night

16:00 – 17:30
🎟️ Gates Open

• Welcome back & cocktail service

• Chill DJ session

17:30 – 18:30
🎨 Exhibition & Cultural Interaction

• Ukili designs showcase

• Community & tourism stakeholder engagement

18:30 – 19:30
🍽️ Food Experience & Live Cooking

• Local flavors & beach dining

19:30 – 20:30
🎤 Guest & Local Artist Performances

• Special performances from Mafia Island and outside

20:30 – 21:00
🔥✨ Bonfire & Fireworks Show

• Full Moon celebration moment

21:00 – 22:30
🌟 Headline Performance – Zion Zuri LIVE

22:30 – Late
🎶 DJ Party Finale

• High-energy music

• Dance till late by the ocean