Abuja · Nigeria · 2026

Abuja
Tech
× Art
Fest.

Where Innovation Meets Expression

A pioneering multi-day festival at the intersection of technology, art, culture, design, and innovation — positioning Abuja as Africa's continental hub for creative technology and digital entrepreneurship.

10,000+
Attendees
50+
Exhibitors
30+
Startups
20+
Speakers
📅 Event Date
August 28, 2026
Multi-day experiential festival
📍 Venue
Abuja, FCT
Nigeria
🌐 Time
9 AM
GMT+1
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Sponsor
the Fest
Multiple partnership tiers available
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What is ATAF

Nigeria's Premier
Creative-Tech & Festival

Bringing together leading artists, tech founders, creatives, investors, innovators, government agencies, and development institutions under one vibrant roof.

ABUJA
TECH
× ART
Festival of the Future
ATAF 2026
Why Abuja

Bridging the Gap

Nigeria's creative and technology ecosystems are among the fastest-growing in Africa, yet Abuja remains underrepresented in large-scale creative-tech events compared to Lagos and other regional hubs.

  • Activating Abuja's position as a government, diplomatic and innovation capital.
  • Creating an annual platform for cross-sector collaboration between creative industries and the tech ecosystem.
  • Providing opportunities for young creatives, digital entrepreneurs, and innovators to learn, showcase, attract funding, and build careers.
  • Offering companies and investors an avenue to connect with top talent, emerging creators, tech startups, and creative SMEs.
  • Supporting Nigeria's national goals for digital transformation, job creation, and youth empowerment.
What's Happening

Programme
Structure

A rich multi-track festival experience spanning exhibitions, conferences, workshops, installations, and performances.

Conference & Keynotes

  • Creative Economy Panels
  • Future of Work & Digital Innovation
  • AI, AR/VR, Blockchain, Web3 Talks
  • Policy & IP Dialogues

Exhibition Pavilion

  • Digital Art & Installations
  • 3D / VR / AR Experiences
  • Emerging Artist Showcases
  • Tech Product Demonstrations

Startup & Innovation Arena

  • Startup Exhibition Stands
  • Investor Pitch Sessions
  • Investor Matchmaking Lounge
  • Product Launches & Demo Day

Skills & Capacity Building

  • AI-powered Creativity Workshops
  • Digital Art, Animation & Design
  • Coding, Robotics & Maker Labs
  • Creative Business Bootcamps

Creative Marketplace

  • Art, Fashion, Crafts & Creative Vendors
  • Tech Gadgets & Innovation Pop-ups
  • Food, Lifestyle & Cultural Experiences

Entertainment & Night Fest

  • Live Performances
  • Immersive Shows
  • Film Screenings
  • Experiential Art Nights
Speakers & Voices

Voices That
Shape Africa

GO
Keynote

Godwin Omodiale

CEO, Branddek

The Future of African Digital Economies

?
Keynote

To Be Announced

AI & Creativity: Building for the Next Billion

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Policy

To Be Announced

Policy Frameworks for the Creative Economy

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Design & Art

To Be Announced

Design, Culture & the African Identity

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Tech & Innovation

To Be Announced

Web3 & the Future of Creative Ownership

Partner With Us

Sponsor
ATAF 2026

Reach thousands of creatives, technologists, and investors across Africa. Multiple tiers available — from headline title sponsor to community partners.

Long-Term Vision

Sustainability
& Legacy

ATAF is not just an event — it is a strategic platform creating lasting value for Abuja and Africa's creative-tech ecosystem.

Annual Growing Festival
Year-Round Training
Mentorship Pipeline
Research & Documentation
Abuja Innovation Hub
ATAF

Ready to Be
Part of History?

Whether you're an artist, innovator, investor, or sponsor — ATAF has a place for you. Join us in building Africa's most influential creative-tech festival.