Elite Collective has announced the debut edition of Elite Festival 2025, a premium Afrobeat and contemporary African music experience set for December 29, 2025, at the Balmoral Event Center, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Designed as a world-class end-of-year cultural event, the festival will host a 4,000-capacity audience in a carefully curated environment celebrating the colour, energy, and global influence of African music. Tickets are currently on sale, with the first two early-bird waves selling out within days, reflecting strong demand for an elevated festival experience. Remaining ticket tiers are available via approved platforms.
The inaugural lineup features a blend of leading and emerging acts across Afrobeats, R&B, street-pop, and alternative African sounds. Headlining is Young Jonn, following the success of his No. 1 sophomore album “Blue Disco”, alongside Gabzy, making his highly anticipated first-ever performance in Nigeria. They are joined by Zaylevelten, Sello, Kashcoming, Morravey, Taves, Loti, Oladapo, Toye, Wavestar, Natse, special guest performers, and DJ sets from DJ Ozzai and DJ Psy.
Positioned as a high-calibre cultural moment, Elite Festival 2025 blends premium production, immersive audio-visual experiences, and Lagos’ festive December energy. The festival aims to deliver more than a concert; offering a culturally resonant experience that reflects the global rise of African music and celebrates diaspora influence, youth culture, and creative excellence.
Elite Festival is a newly established platform dedicated to spotlighting African and diaspora creativity through intentional curation, elevated live experiences, and global-facing storytelling, redefining how end-of-year celebrations are experienced in Lagos.
