When is Lamu Cultural Festival in Kenya?

Lamu Cultural Festival is celebrated around July 25 each year, over about 4 days.

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Lamu Cultural Festival

UNESCO Heritage site celebration of Swahili culture

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When July 25 · annually Next: Saturday, 25 Jul 2026

Duration 4 days

Where Kenya

How it's celebrated

Dhow races, donkey races, Swahili poetry, henna competitions, traditional crafts

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Last updated 19 Jul 2026.

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