New Afrika Shrine
A legendary open-air music venue run by Fela Kuti's children, where you can hear live African beats on Thursday and weekend nights.
The New Afrika Shrine is the successor to the original shrine of Fela Kuti, the godfather of Afrobeat. It was founded in Ikeja in 2000 by his children, Femi and Yeni Kuti. Every Thursday night there are open rehearsals by Femi Kuti or Seun Kuti, and there are live performances on Fridays and Sundays, with bands and dancers playing late into the night in a lively atmosphere. Admission is cheap, and beer and grilled meat are sold on site. There is a smoking area and large crowds, so keep an eye on your belongings, and call a ride-hailing car for travel at night. Every October, around Fela's birthday, the 'Felabration' music week takes place.
Opening hours
Show nights approx. 20:00 until late (check official sources)
Nearby sights
- Kalakuta Republic Museum
- Makoko Floating Community
- Lagos Central Mosque
- Balogun Market
- Cathedral Church of Christ, Lagos
- Freedom Park Lagos
- Tafawa Balewa Square
- National Museum Lagos