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
Become Part of ATAF
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.