🇳🇪 Niger
Festival
Wodaabe Gerewol Festival
Traditional courtship ceremony and cultural festival
When
September 20 · annually
Next: Sunday, 20 Sep 2026
Duration
7 days
Where
Niger
About Wodaabe Gerewol Festival
A male beauty contest and courtship event among the Wodaabe people.
Origins & significance
Based on the Wodaabe's 'Yaake' ritual dances, it's a significant cultural tradition.
How it's celebrated
Men wear makeup, feathers and other adornments, and perform dances and songs.
The culture
Attire
Elaborate face painting
traditional Wodaabe clothing and ornaments
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Last updated 19 Jul 2026.