When is Lake Turkana Cultural Festival in Kenya?

Lake Turkana Cultural Festival is celebrated around June 12 each year, over about 3 days.

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Lake Turkana Cultural Festival

Celebration of northern Kenya's ethnic diversity

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When June 12 · annually Next: Saturday, 12 Jun 2027

Duration 3 days

Where Kenya

How it's celebrated

Traditional dances, boat races, wrestling matches, traditional ceremonies

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Last updated 19 Jul 2026.

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