+256 788 474 635 info@ugandaonefestival.com Uganda One Festival Edition 2 2026 · 14–16 Jan 2027

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Uganda One Festival Edition 2 2026 · 14–16 Jan 2027

We are One!

One Nation. One Stage.

The flagship 2026 edition of Uganda One Festival — a three days national exhibition celebrating creativity, innovation, and the people behind Uganda's 9 creative domains. From regional auditions to the January finale at UMA Grounds Lugogo, this edition brings together exhibitors, vendors, artists, and partners from every corner of the country.

Uganda One Festival Edition 2 Launch

The Launch of the Second Edition

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

Creative Domains

Days of Festival

Regional Activations

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Creative Possibilities

Venue

UMA Grounds Lugogo

About the Festival

One festival.
The whole country, on one stage.

Uganda One Festival exists to connect the threads of Uganda's creative economy — bringing exhibitors, vendors, artists, buyers, government partners and audiences into one space where talent meets opportunity. Organised by SBL Media.

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Showcase

Hundreds of exhibitors from every region of Uganda — get discovered, get booked, get sold.

Connect

Meet buyers, investors, partners, government agencies and international visitors — all under one roof.

Grow

Bootcamps, IP support, mentorship and direct market access — long after the festival ends.

The 9 Creative Domains

Nine industries. One ecosystem.

From music studios to fashion ateliers, from film sets to tech labs — every domain that powers Uganda's creative economy has a home at the festival.

Explore all 9

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Music

Sound. Identity. Industry.

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Performing Arts

Movement. Expression. Energy.

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Visual Arts & Crafts

Creativity you can see and touch.

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Film and Photography

Stories that move us.

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Books & Publishing

Words that shape minds.

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Software, Innovation and Digital Media

Code, content and creativity.

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National and Cultural Heritage

Our nation. Our roots. Our pride.

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Creative Enterprises

The business of creativity.

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Fashion

Style. Culture. Statement.

The 2026 Journey

From Registration to Regional Activations to the January Grand Finale.

A year-long programme that climaxes with 3 days at UMA Grounds Lugogo.

Full programme

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Launch 30 Apr 2026 Serena Hotel Completed

Official Launch & Press Briefing For Second Edition 2026

Programme unveiled to the nation

The official press launch of Uganda One Festival Edition 2 2026, where the theme, schedule and partner ecosystem are unveiled to the media and the public.
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Registration 30 Apr – 31 Jul 2026 Online Live now

Exhibitors,Vendors & Artists Registration

Free applications open countrywide

Online registration for exhibitors, vendors, artists, fashion designers and partners is open. Apply free of charge through the official registration portal. Deadline: 31 July 2026.
Register Now
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Regional Activation 28–29 Aug 2026 GULU Upcoming

Regional Activation —NORTHERN UGANDA

Gulu · Kitgum · Lira

Auditions and exhibitor previews across Acholi, Lango and West Nile sub-regions. Includes craft fairs, music nights and panel discussions.
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Regional Activation 25–26 Sep 2026 MBARARA Upcoming

Regional Activation — Western Uganda

Mbarara · Fort Portal · Kabale

Showcases and previews across Ankole, Tooro, Bunyoro and Kigezi. Tour of artisan workshops and live performances.
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Regional Activation 30–31 Oct 2026 ARUA Upcoming

Regional Activation — ARUA

Arua · Nebbi · Adjumani

Arua activations including fashion previews, film screenings and tech demos before the finale.
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Regional Activation 27–28 Nov 2026 MBALE Upcoming

Regional Activation — EASTERN UGANDA

Mbale · Soroti · Jinja

Auditions and exhibitor previews from Eastern Uganda districts like Jinja, Iganga and others. Includes craft fairs, music nights and panel discussions.

Why Exhibit

Become a brand the country recognises.

Beyond a booth, exhibitors get national TV coverage, a permanent online profile, training bootcamps, direct buyer access, and the credibility of being part of Uganda's flagship creative-industry showcase.

Brand recognition

Reach a national TV, radio & online audience.

Direct sales

Sell on site and lock in distributor pipelines.

Talent spotting

Labels, retailers, investors & broadcasters scout here.

Awards & honours

Compete for and win Uganda One Awards.

From the Newsroom

Latest articles & announcements.

News, features and how-to guides from across the Uganda One Festival ecosystem.

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Press Releases

By Popular Demand: Exhibitor Registration Extended to 31st July 2026

Following overwhelming demand from businesses, artisans, innovators and creative entrepreneurs across the country, the Uganda One Festival Organizing Committee has extended the…

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Press Releases

Uganda One Festival 2026 Program Unveiled: A Nationwide Journey to the Grand Finale

The wait is over. Uganda One Festival 2026 hits the road with a four-city regional tour before the grand finale at UMA…

Uganda One Festival 30 Jun 2026

News

Capital FM 91.3 Announced as Official Radio Partner of Uganda One Festival 2026

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Ready to exhibit?

Applications are open and free. Whether you're a music producer, fashion designer, tech founder, filmmaker, author or artisan — there's a stage for you at Uganda One Festival.