Mark your calendars, fashion lovers! The countdown has officially begun for the highly anticipated 12th edition of Africa Fashion Week Nigeria (AFWN). Coming to you live from the heart of Lagos, this year’s event is set to completely redefine the African fashion landscape.
Whether you are a designer looking for your big break, a buyer scouting the next global trend, or simply someone who lives for runway high fashion, AFWN 2026 is exactly where you need to be this December.
The Details: When & Where
- Dates: 12–13 December 2026
- Venue: J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, Lagos, Nigeria
Positioned perfectly in the middle of Lagos’ iconic, high-energy “Detty December” calendar, the two-day fashion extravaganza is expected to pull in a massive crowd of over 7,000 daily attendees.
The Theme: “Africa Now: The Future Wears Africa”
Founded by the visionary Queen Ronke Ademiluyi-Ogunwusi, AFWN has always been a premier global sister launchpad to Africa Fashion Week London. This year’s theme, “Africa Now: The Future Wears Africa,” shifts the focus entirely toward sustainability, innovation, and global market integration.
Here is a quick look at what you can expect over the two packed days:
- 70+ Runway Shows: A non-stop display of rich African textiles, avant-garde designs, and contemporary streetwear from top-tier and emerging pan-African designers.
- The Exhibition Marketplace: A vibrant, dedicated shopping hub where attendees can buy directly from local artisans and independent brands.
- Fashion Business Forums: Critical industry investment roundtables focusing on how to scale African fashion businesses globally.
A Packed Fashion Season in Lagos
AFWN tops off an incredible autumn and winter fashion calendar in Nigeria. If you are tracking the local industry, the momentum builds all season long. It kicks off with the eco-conscious Nigeria Fashion Week (2–4 October), moves into the globally renowned Lagos Fashion Week at the Federal Palace Hotel (28 October–1 November), and culminates in this spectacular December finale at the J. Randle Centre.
African fashion isn’t just having a moment—it is defining the future. See you on the runway!
Consider this your invitation!
