All Events

Sheraton Addis, in partnership with Dashen Bank, hosts a New Year's Eve event featuring performances by Trey Songz, Nhatty Man, and Bezuayehu Demessie. Tickets are available at Sheraton Addis lobby.

The story of the birrilé as told by Ian Campbell. An exhibition at Yimetubezina Museum and Cultural Center showcasing the history and cultural significance of birillé in Ethiopia. Open Wednesday to Sunday until January 18, 2026.

Efri Dereje will lead a session on Strategic Branding That Converts. The discussion will cover how aligning purpose, messaging, and audience insights can impact brand trust and measurable results. Event will be held via Google Meet. Registration: https://awibethiopia.org/event/strategic-branding-that-converts-with-efri-dereje/

Join The Oak Lounge at Ramada by Wyndham Addis Ababa for a New Year's Eve celebration on Wednesday, 31 December 2025. Doors open at 5:00 PM. The evening includes a curated pre-set menu, welcome drink, and live band performance. Price: 3,200 ETB per person.

Join Venture 360 as we explore 'From Artisan to E-Commerce: Building a Modern Fashion Brand' with Tsegamariam Zewdie, Fashion Designer and Founder of Acklog's. This is an opportunity to connect, learn and be inspired by industry experts in the fashion and e-commerce space. Entrance is free. RSVP required via the provided Google Form.

The Afro Heat New Year's 2026 event is scheduled for 31 December 2025, at the Dusk Addis Rooftop. The celebration is set to begin at sunset and continue throughout the night to mark the arrival of the new year. Organized by @linkupaddis

Join Haile Grand Addis Hotel for a New Year's Eve outdoor celebration at Rockview. The evening runs from 6:00 PM to 1:00 AM and features a barbecue dinner and live DJ performances. Experience a refined beginning to the New Year with curated music and delectable flavours.

New Year's Eve concert featuring performances by artist Tsehaye Yohannes and singer Leul Sisay. Taking place at the Marriott Hotel. Entrance fee: 4000 ETB.

Bliss and Lala events, in collaboration with The Outcast Artist Group, are hosting the last House music party on New Year's Eve at Mark building's parking lot. The event will feature house music, food, and drinks. Entrance fee: 500 ETB.

AddisCoder is a free intensive 4-week summer program in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia introducing high schoolers to programming and algorithms. The next offering will be Summer 2026 (exact dates TBD). Both prospective students and teaching assistants can apply. Application deadline: December 31, 2025. Apply at https://www.addiscoder.com/#apply

The Green Business Incubator is now accepting applications from entrepreneurs in Addis Ababa focused on waste management and environmental sustainability. The program aims to support early-stage startups developing circular economy solutions that contribute to Ethiopia's green growth. Selected participants will receive: - Expert one-on-one coaching - Peer learning opportunities - Market entry support - Equity-free funding of up to 10,000 USD to help businesses scale their operations and environmental impact Application deadline: 31 December 2025 This initiative provides a platform for local innovators to refine their business models and transition into impactful enterprises. Apply here: Amharic: https://bwce-incubator2026-a.paperform.co/ English: https://bwce-incubator2026-eng.paperform.co/

The Refenti Holiday Market is a scheduled Christmas bazaar taking place from 2-4 January 2025. The event will be held at Refenti World and offers free admission to the public.