Festivals and events
Some of the well known Zimbabwean events are the international Vic Falls Carnival and the Kariba Tiger Fishing, which see more than 30000 attendees coming to Victoria Falls and anglers of all ages from all over the world into Kariba. Other massive sporting events in Zimbabwe include the Victoria Falls Marathon and the Tour De Tuli.
Zimbabwe boost of a diverse culture and to celebrate this, there festivals and events that promote and celebrate this diversity. The National Arts Festival in Harare is touted as being the largest annual arts festival in Zimbabwe. Recently the country added to its many cultural festivals, the Zim Food and Culture festival, which celebrates & showcase the evolution and value of authentic Zimbabwean food, languages, arts, music, crafts and furniture. Other notable festivals and events include the; Harare International Festival of the Arts, Zimbabwe International Film Festival, Chimanimani Arts Festival, Shoko Festival, Intwasa Arts Festival, Zimbabwe International Book Fair, Nyami Nyami Festival, Buja Festival and the Zimbabwe Fashion Week. The Fashion week is the Zimbabwe premier fashion event whose main purpose is to create a platform for Zimbabwean Designers to showcase their creations.
To experience a destination is to get a real taste of its essence and be part of its soul through festivals and events.
Kariba Tiger Fishing Tournerment
The Kariba Tiger Fishing Competition is an annual competition taking place on Lake Kariba in October every year. The tournament has been held each year for over 50 years and takes place over 3 days in Charara on the shores of Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe. Hosted at the National Anglers Union of Zimbabwe premises, the tournament has grown in numbers over the years and now …
Victoria Falls Marathon
Developed in conjunction with the National Athletics Association of Zimbabwe, the Victoria Falls Marathon is an AIMS (Association of International Marathon and Distance Races) registered event. The marathon provides a platform for both local and international runners to pit themselves against the best! The marathon route is varied in terms of terrain, with some incredible scenery and opportunity to see wildlife along the way. …
Victoria Falls Carnival
Vic Falls Carnival is a music festival held over New Year’s Eve in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. The Carnival features a carnival train party, bush party as well as the Electric Safari Concert which has live performances from local and regional artists. The excitement doesn’t stop at the festival grounds as festival revelers get to enjoy what Victoria Falls has to offer from white water rafting, bungee jumping to …