Lagos Cocktail – Biggest city-wide celebration of cocktails in Africa

Biggest Cocktail

Festival in Africa

17th -24th October 2025 @ Balmoral Convention Center, Victoria Island, Lagos.

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WHAT IS LAGOS COCKTAIL WEEK?

Lagos Cocktail Week (LCW) is Africa’s biggest celebration of cocktail culture. It’s an annual festival that shines a spotlight on Nigeria’s vibrant mixology scene. Since its debut in October 2014, LCW has brought together cocktail lovers, industry leaders, and creative mixologists to experience the very best of Nigeria’s drink culture.

Founded by Lara Rawa, CEO of Eventi Cocktails, LCW is anchored on three core pillars—Education, Experience, and Networking. It blends learning with fun, creating an unforgettable celebration of flavor, craft, and culture.

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Lagos cocktail events

BAR-HOP

A consumer-led bar tour with partner establishments offering discounted Lagos Cocktail Menus.

CONFERENCE

Classes with industry speakers focusing on best practices and new techniques.

COCKTAIL VILLAGE

A space designed for sampling cocktails from a variety of brands, crafted by brand ambassadors or expert mixologists.

BAR BATTLE

The grand finale where mixologists compete in intense challenges to become the face of their brands, featuring online entries, semi-finals, and the ultimate showdown.