Free Events in Abuja, Nigeria

Abuja city is buzzing with diverse opportunities to learn, network, and have fun without breaking the bank; while large, paid concerts and festivals often grab the headlines, the free events in abuja, Nigeria also have a vibrant scene for those who know where to look. From cinematic to tech conferences and even cultural festivals, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the city.

Below is a list of free conferences happening in Abuja and nearby locations in the latter part of 2025, which can be excellent for networking or learning about new topics.

Google DevFest Abuja:

Google Dev Fest is an event organized and sponsored by Google, it’s aimed to gather techies from around the city to share and talk about latest trends inbn various IT fields, connect and network. It’s an annual event and each edition has been better than the last, the next edition will be held in this November at the Hillside Events Center, you can register here

Friday’s at Ekondo

If you’re a plant parent or nature enthusiast then this is certainly for you. Friday’s at Ekondo is a themed gathering at the Ekondo Park in Jabi, each edition has a different theme for the friday evening that’s centered around plants and recreational activities, a good way to start the weekend if i say so myself. You can check out the stories told by attendees about their eperiences at previous events right here.

Founder’s Friday

Another weekend special but this holds once a month across various cities in Nigeria including Abuja. It’s dedicated to bringing founders and inovators together to share their experiences, ideas, opportunities and foster collaboration. If you are a founder or tech enthusiast then this is for you, register here.

Open Mic

In love with writing, clever wordplay or poetry? The Friday Open Mic is organised by the Abuja Literary Society and held at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, it is a mix of emotions, clever wordplay and a network of artistic individuals. Held twice a month on the first and second Friday evenings(7pm to 9pm.), it’s guaranteed to be a thrilling eperience for attendees and participants. As the name implies, it’s an open mic for anyone so don’t be shy to say a few words, break a leg.

Abuja Film Festival

Founded to promote Nigeria’s Nollywood space, it has been showcasing the cinematic richness of Nigerian creatives. The Abuja Film Festival is scheduled to hold from 28th October to 2nd November 2025 at the Silverbird Cinemas Abuja. It entails exhibitions from various artists and organisations to diverse award nomination categories, register here.

Hike Nation

Find Your Tribe on the Trail.

More than just a hiking event, Hike Nation is a community where adventure and connection converge. We journey through the breathtaking topography of Abuja and other Nigerian regions, transforming Saturday mornings into a source of fitness, friendship, and natural wonder.
Happening multiple saturdays monthly, if you’re looking to connect with like-minded individuals and achieve your fitness goals surrounded by inspiring landscapes, you’ve found your people. Follow here to contact the community and start your journey.

That’s a few free events you can enjoy around the city of Abuja, feel free to visit our website to find more events be it free, paid, physical or virtual. Your next adventure is a click away.