Nwoke Udi Palm Wine Bar Set to Host Grand 2026 New Yam Festival in Awka

By Our Reporter

Award-winning Nwoke Udi Palm Wine Bar, Awka, is set to host its highly anticipated 2026 New Yam Festival from Friday, November 6, to Sunday, November 8, promising three days of cultural celebration, traditional cuisine, music and entertainment.

The festival, which celebrates yam as the king of crops in Igbo land, will bring together lovers of Igbo culture, traditional food and palm wine for an exciting experience rooted in the rich heritage of the people.

As part of the celebration, guests will enjoy free servings of freshly prepared yam accompanied by traditional delicacies, including ukpaka, red oil and utazi.

The three-day event will also feature performances by multiple artistes, creating an atmosphere of cultural excitement, entertainment and community fellowship.

A major highlight of the festival will take place on Sunday, November 8, when renowned Ogene performer Ausuma Malaika and his cultural group take centre stage with an energetic display of authentic Igbo music and cultural expression.

Speaking ahead of the festival, the Chief Executive Officer of Nwoke Udi Palm Wine Bar, Mazi Ndubisi Eze, assured guests that the 2026 edition would maintain the establishment’s reputation for quality service and hospitality.

“ With the introduction of barcode payment systems for greater convenience, alongside our service-oriented staff and management team, customers can look forward to a seamless and memorable experience throughout the three-day celebration,” Eze said.

According to the organisers, the festival reflects Nwoke Udi Palm Wine Bar’s commitment to preserving and promoting Igbo culture and traditions.

By combining the cultural significance of the New Yam Festival with the traditional enjoyment of palm wine and authentic African cuisine, the event is expected to offer residents and visitors an unforgettable cultural and gastronomic experience.

The award-winning establishment has extended an invitation to members of the public, particularly lovers of traditional food and cultural entertainment, to participate in the celebration.

Guests are also encouraged to continue patronising Nwoke Udi Palm Wine Bar and Nnaochie Foods for quality African dishes and authentic local delicacies.

With traditional food, live performances, cultural displays and warm hospitality on the programme, the 2026 New Yam Festival promises to be a memorable celebration of Igbo heritage, community and cultural pride in Awka.

Venue: Nwoke Udi Palm Wine Bar, Awka
Date: November 6–8, 2026

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