Lights on Ghana: The 1st FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS in Accra-Osu
Dates:
TBC
Time:
from noon until midnight
Venues:
Castle drive to Independence Square
Program:
light shows and video mapping / music artists and DJs / kids amusement park / talent shows / local and international food and drinks / fireworks / flying lanterns
Highlights:
Light installations and video mappings will be presented during the festival period during the following times:
07:30pm - 08:30pm & 09:00pm - 10:00pm
TBC
Time:
from noon until midnight
Venues:
Castle drive to Independence Square
Program:
light shows and video mapping / music artists and DJs / kids amusement park / talent shows / local and international food and drinks / fireworks / flying lanterns
Highlights:
Light installations and video mappings will be presented during the festival period during the following times:
07:30pm - 08:30pm & 09:00pm - 10:00pm
Accra welcomes you!
Accra is the capital and largest city of Ghana with a vast number of beautiful buildings and historical monuments.
This year we present for the first time the GHANA FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS, produced by Christiansborg Heritage Initiative and in partnership with FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Berlin. CHI cooperates with local and international artists to produce unique and large-scale light- and artworks for this event which will create lasting memories for you!
This year's event will take place in Osu, a district that offers a comprehensive variety of events and cultural highlights all year round.
There will be guided tours and Lightseeing as well as exhibits of photography workshops, open house at selected buildings and charity events, various art and music talent displays.
The story of Osu will be told through light in an astounding 3D-video mapping on the iconic Independence Arch.
Street food plays an important part in Ghanaian culture, which is why it cannot be missed during the festival. There will be an abundance of delicious menus and dishes made in Ghana. Our younger visitors will be entertained at the kids play park with a ray of bouncy castles and rides, interactive video games, face painting and much more. So don't miss out on this amazing opportunity and enjoy your time in Accra in the most unique and entertaining way possible! |
The GHANA FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS is supported by the FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Berlin. Our partner from the capital of Germany has been organizing this light-event since 2005. Every year in October millions of people stroll through the streets of Berlin admiring the amazing light shows and installations.
As the weather gets colder during fall in Germany, October usually is not a high-peak season for tourists but thanks to the FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS it is now a challenge to find an Hotel room during that time of year. In 2018 over 3 Million visitors participated in this worldwide renowned event.
Next to 3D-Video mappings on historical monuments and famous sightseeing spots - like the Brandenburg Gate and the TV Tower - various buildings, train stations and even trees are lit up every year and create a magical atmosphere that one has to experience to understand.
The show is suitable for children and families and people of all ages. We will be expecting the event to be very busy and therefore kindly request and advice that children must be supervised at all times. The installations take place in step-free access areas that is accessible for wheelchairs.
For those who are hard of hearing or deaf, the installations are predominantly visual, but all include an audio soundtrack. The works have been designed to be enjoyed with or without audio.
There will also be fireworks and neon lights. The first installation will begin at 07:00pm. Projections will include lights and sound.
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Berlin 2018