Arts & Culture

Art exhibitions, cultural events, and theater

Christmas Edition Movie Night - Home Alone Marathon4
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Christmas Edition Movie Night - Home Alone Marathon

Atmosphere hosts a Christmas Edition Movie Night featuring a marathon of the Home Alone films. The screening will take place at Atmosphere, Bole behind Alem Cinema. Contact: @linkupaddis

Atmosphere, Bole behind Alem Cinema4:30 PM
Free
The Art of Hosting - Panel Discussion6
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The Art of Hosting - Panel Discussion

Panel discussion featuring Tadiwos G. Belete from Kuriftu and Marcus Samuelson, Global chef. Moderated by Lydia Tesema. Hosted by @eventsethiopia

WeVenture2:30 PM
Free
Film Screening: Grandpa was an Emperor9
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Film Screening: Grandpa was an Emperor

Award-winning documentary screening at Adwa Museum. The film follows Yeshi Kassa as she confronts difficult memories and seeks explanations about the Ethiopian Revolution of 1974 that toppled the government of her great-grandfather Emperor Haile Selassie. This documentary provides a no-holds-barred account that confronts difficult questions about a period of Ethiopian history which society has not properly dealt with, and which continues to affect the Imperial family and all people of Ethiopian heritage. Screening Schedule: - January 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM - January 10, 2026 at 4:00 PM - January 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM - January 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM - January 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM Free entrance. Contact: @eventsethiopia

Adwa Museum11:00 AM
Free
African Mosaique Benefit Gala - 25 Years of ECF Children's Fund9
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African Mosaique Benefit Gala - 25 Years of ECF Children's Fund

The African Mosaique Benefit Gala marks 25 years of impact by the ECF Children's Fund. The evening brings together fashion, culture, and purpose, featuring outstanding Ethiopian and Pan-African designers, special guest appearances, curated cocktails, a runway showcase, and a live auction. Limited seats remaining. Tickets available via Telebirr.

Sheraton Addis4:30 PM
5,000 ETB
The World Afrika Festival9
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The World Afrika Festival

The World Afrika Festival, presented by Arada, is a platform to showcase African culture both locally and internationally. The event will be held at Millennium Hall in Addis Ababa.

Millennium Hall9:00 PM
Free
The Affordable Art Sale11
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The Affordable Art Sale

An art sale event featuring artworks offered at accessible price points. The event will take place at Zemilo Hotel and Apartments, Building 1st floor, Bole, from 2pm to 6pm.

Zemilo Hotel and Apartments, Building 1st floor11:00 AM
Free
ፍቅርን ፈራን - Discussion Session with Tensae11
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ፍቅርን ፈራን - Discussion Session with Tensae

A discussion session titled "ፍቅርን ፈራን" featuring Tensae examining how love has been conceptualized within Ethiopian cultural narratives. Hosted at Social Addis. Entrance fee: 400 ETB. Contact: @linkupaddis

Social Addis3:00 PM
400 ETB
Yeras Menged Art Exhibition Discussion at Fendika Cultural Center12
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Yeras Menged Art Exhibition Discussion at Fendika Cultural Center

Fendika Cultural Center hosts a discussion for the art exhibition titled 'Yeras Menged' featuring the work of artist Yoseph Seboksa Senayet. The event will be moderated by Hailu Kifle and takes place at the Hyatt Regency Hotel.

Hyatt Regency Hotel11:00 AM
Free
Time Between Frames - Group Photography Exhibition14
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Time Between Frames - Group Photography Exhibition

A group photography exhibition titled "Time Between Frames" opening at the Fendika Hyatt art gallery, located within the Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa. This event is a collaboration between the Fendika Cultural Center and Hyatt Regency, with curation by Hailu Kifle and Yoseph Seboksa. The exhibition will remain on display through Saturday, 7 February 2026.

Fendika Hyatt art gallery, Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa2:00 PM
Free
Qibibilosh Exhibition / Film Screening / Public Lecture Series15
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Qibibilosh Exhibition / Film Screening / Public Lecture Series

Qibibilosh Exhibition, Film Screening, and Public Lecture series event. Free entrance. Organized by Nestanet. For more information, visit @eventsethiopia or https://linktr.ee/eventsethiopia

Addis Ababa University – Modern Art Museum, Gebre Kristos Desta Center2:00 PM
Free
CDNA 3.0 - Hub of Africa Fashion Week at British Council Ethiopia15
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CDNA 3.0 - Hub of Africa Fashion Week at British Council Ethiopia

The British Council Ethiopia is presenting CDNA 3.0 as part of Hub of Africa Fashion Week. The event features ten Ethiopian designers: Afom, Mehon Tesfaye, Asharo, Leyu Gem and Jewelry, Bezaet, Re.Colored Lab, Berehar, Saio Collection, Qena Afrika, and Metii Upcycled. Tickets are available on organizers Instagram Bio. Contact: @linkupaddis

Hyatt Regency3:00 PM
Free
CDNA 3.0 - Hub of Africa Fashion Week at Hyatt Regency15
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CDNA 3.0 - Hub of Africa Fashion Week at Hyatt Regency

The British Council Ethiopia presents CDNA 3.0 as part of Hub of Africa Fashion Week. The event features ten Ethiopian designers: Afom, Mehon Tesfaye, Asharo, Leyu Gem and Jewelry, Bezaet, Re.Colored Lab, Berehar, Saio Collection, Qena Afrika, and Metii Upcycled. Tickets are available on organizers Instagram Bio. Contact: @linkupaddis

Hyatt Regency3:00 PM
Free