Ndere Centre
Kampala's most popular venue for traditional dance and music performances, where you can see the drumming and dance of many regions of Uganda in a single evening.
The Ndere Centre is run by the Ndere Troupe and is located in the Ntinda area in the north of the city. In an open-air theatre with a thatched roof, performers present traditional drumming, dance, and instrumental music from Uganda's many ethnic groups. Performers explain the cultural background of each piece, and the energy is high, with plenty of audience participation. Performances are usually held on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday evenings, starting around 7 p.m. and lasting about three hours. You can have dinner at the on-site restaurant beforehand. Tickets cost roughly UGX 30,000–50,000; check the official schedule for the current season.
Opening hours
Performances usually Wed, Fri and Sun evenings
Nearby sights
- Bahá'í House of Worship, Kampala
- Uganda Museum
- Makerere University
- Uganda National Cultural Centre
- Basilica of the Uganda Martyrs, Namugongo
- Independence Monument
- Nakasero Market
- Uganda National Mosque (Gaddafi Mosque)