Detty December Fest
| Detty December Fest | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Status | Active |
| Frequency | Annually |
| Location | Lagos |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Years active | 2025 - Present |
| Inaugurated | December 7–31, 2025 |
| Founders | Deola Art Alade, Dare Art Alade |
| Website | https://dettydecfest.com/ |
Detty December Fest is an annual music and cultural festival in Lagos, Nigeria. Produced by Livespot360, the inaugural edition took place in December 2025 at Ilubirin, Lagos, as part of the city's annual end of year entertainment season.[1][2][3]
Background
The term "Detty December" is commonly used to reference Nigeria's December entertainment and social activities. In December 2021, music producer Pheelz and Livespot360 released a song titled "Detty December", which was associated with the December festivities and Livespot X Festival.[4][5]
Livespot360 subsequently developed the concept into the organized festival which held in December 2025.[6][7][8]
2025 Edition
The inaugural edition was held in Lagos, Nigeria, from 7 to 31 December 2025.[9][10][11]
The festival took place primarily at Ilubirin in Ikoyi. The programme included live performances by Nigerians and International musicians. Performers included Busta Rhymes, Gunna, Tiwa Savage, M.I Abaga, Wande Coal, Young Jonn, Ice Prince, Fola, Juma Jux, Shenseea, Phyno, Fave, Wizkid, Qing Madi and Diamond Platnumz, among others.[8][12][13]
See also
References
- ↑ Udugba, Anthony (2026-08-17). "Wizkid to headline 2026 Detty December Fest, boosting Lagos festive economy". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
- ↑ efosataiwo@vanguardngr.com (2025-12-30). "Detty December Fest 2025 closes in Lagos with star-studded performances, high energy". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
- ↑ Kan, Toni (2026-01-18). "How Detty December Fest 2025 redefined the Lagos skyline & reclaimed a cultural legacy — Terh Agbedeh". The Lagos Review. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
- ↑ Udugba, Anthony (2025-10-21). "Legal experts urge review of 'Detty December' Trademark". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
- ↑ "Producer Pheelz, Livespot360 release "Detty December" - P.M. News". Retrieved 2026-08-18.
- ↑ Anthony (2025-12-31). "Detty December Fest 2025 ends in Lagos". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
- ↑ Oduah, Henry (2025-10-23). "Detty December: Top 5 events diaspora Nigerians are looking forward to this year". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
- 1 2 Akhimien, Nosakhale (2025-12-20). "Busta Rhymes, Tiwa Savage, M.I Headline Detty December Fest". Channels Television. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
- ↑ "Detty December Fest 2025 Ends In Lagos, Showcasing Culture, Entertainment - News Agency Of Nigeria". 2025-12-30. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
- ↑ Moyinoluwa, Azeez (2025-12-06). "Gunna, Busta Rhymes headline Detty December Fest 2025 in Lagos". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
- ↑ Offiong, Vanessa (2025-12-19). "Detty December is one of the world's biggest parties. And that's a big problem for some | CNN". CNN. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
- ↑ Akhimien, Nosakhale (2025-12-19). "Juma Jux, Broda Shaggi, Diamond Platnumz, Phyno Thrill Fans At Detty December Fest". Channels Television. Retrieved 2026-08-18.
- ↑ Akhimien, Nosakhale (2025-12-30). "PHOTOS: Gunna, Wizkid, Fave, Shenseea Headline Detty December Fest". Channels Television. Retrieved 2026-08-18.