9 September to 28 November 2026

Submit an activity

Submissions are open

Bring your workshop, performance or creative session to the festival. No experience is needed, and no permission is required.

The programme is built with you

There is no fixed line-up. The programme is assembled from what artists, makers and neighbours offer to host.

Space is limited. Submissions stay open until the programme is full, and then close. Once activities are confirmed, the schedule will be published on this page.

Participants at a long table during a painting workshop, each working on a small canvas on an easel.

Where your activity can happen

At Africa Nomads Art Space on Kilima Road, or anywhere in the greater Mombasa area. If you have your own space, a partner venue or an outdoor location in mind, tell us in the form and we will work it out with you.

What we are looking for

Visual & artisanal

Painting, drawing, jewellery making, ceramics and other hands-on craft.

Movement & expressive arts

Contemporary and traditional dance, live acoustic music, theatre and improvisation games, yoga and movement.

Culinary & community gatherings

Food-sharing sessions, culinary craft, storytelling and conversation.

Anyone can propose a session, whether it is a hands-on workshop, a discussion, a musical set or a movement class. Everything on the programme is free to attend and non-commercial.

The shape of a day

A rough framework, to help you pick a slot. Family and kids events are designated on the published programme.

Time slotUsual focus
Morning Yoga, pilates, movement activities, and family and kids art sessions
Afternoon Open workshops such as ceramics, drawing and theatre, alongside communal sculpture building
Evening Live performances, dance circles, jam sessions and community gatherings

What hosts get

  • Featured across our promotional channels and social media
  • Exposure to new audiences across Mombasa
  • Opportunities to exhibit your work during the festival
  • Access to shared community materials and tools

Materials for your session

We pool materials from shared community supplies and donated items. If your session needs something specific, tell us in the form and we will work with you to source it together.

Ready to propose something?

Tell us your idea, what you need, and when you would like to run it.