The annual Kadodi Karnival is back with a bang for this year’s edition confirmed by the organizers. The fun filled event is set to take place on 3rd May 2025 at UMA Show Grounds Lugogo.
Gates will open at 10:00am and lots of love performances are expected on the day.
Early bird tickets are available already at 15k with 20k at the gate.
Mark your calendars. Come let us celebrate culture.
The cultural celebration will see top notch entertainment on the day. Organizers have an early bird promo with ticket at 15k and 20k at the gate.
The Kadodi Karnival, an annual cultural event of the Bagisu people, was held on Sunday, May 7th at the UMA Showgrounds Lugogo in Kampala.
Kadodi is one of the most celebrated and popular dances from Eastern Uganda specifically Mbale.
The dance is typically performed at the Gishu male circumcision initiation ceremony commonly known as Imbalu what some may not know is how sensual the Kadodi dance is.
The festivities kicked off at around 2 pm with a large number of revelers streaming into the venue. With entry fee was 20,000 shillings.
The event featured performances from a number of Gishu artists including the legendary Iddi Masaba, and the famous Kadodi dance that had revelers very excited and dancing with the drummers all through the evening till late in the night.
Powered by Nile Special, as a brand, was well represented at the event, making its mark as one of the biggest supporters of Ugandan culture and heritage.
One of the highlights of the event was the colorful traditional gear worn by Bagisu dancers who entertained the crowd with their performances.
The dancers were a sight to behold, dressed up in vibrant colors, and showcasing their rich cultural heritage.
Overall, the Kadodi Karnival was a resounding success, with attendees enjoying a fantastic display of Bagisu culture and tradition.
