Igbeti is a town where culture comes alive through vibrant festivals and deeply rooted traditions. Each celebration is a window into the community’s values, spirituality, and joyful way of life—offering visitors unforgettable experiences filled with music, dance, history, and color.

🎭 Egungun Festival – Honoring the Ancestors

One of the most anticipated festivals in Igbeti is the Egungun Festival, a dramatic and colorful celebration of ancestral spirits. Dressed in elaborate costumes and masks, the Egungun dancers move through the town with energy and mystery, believed to represent and bless the living on behalf of the ancestors. Drumming, chants, and processions fill the air as families reconnect with their heritage in sacred and festive unity.

🌌 Oro Festival – A Sacred Tradition

The Oro Festival is a highly respected event held in honor of male ancestors and deities. Marked by ritual chants and spiritual observances, it is a time of purification, order, and traditional authority. Though the event is exclusive to male participants and sacred followers, its presence reflects the town’s strong adherence to Yoruba spiritual heritage.

🎉 Igbeti Community Day – Unity in Progress

Once a year, sons and daughters of Igbeti from near and far gather to celebrate Igbeti Community Day—a modern yet culturally rich event aimed at fostering unity and development. The day features traditional performances, local delicacies, recognition of community leaders, and showcases of local talent. It is a time for thanksgiving, reflection, and collective action toward a better future for Igbeti.

Whether you’re drawn to ancient rituals or modern cultural showcases, Igbeti offers a festival calendar full of meaning, joy, and authentic Yoruba spirit. Visitors are always welcome to join in the celebration and witness a proud people preserving their identity with honor and passion.