Festival Kreol 2026

Festival Kreol 2026 is here, bringing Seychelles’ Creole culture, traditions and creativity to life throughout October! The annual celebration brings communities together through music, dance, art, food, fashion, markets and cultural events, showcasing the unique Seychellois identity shaped by generations of diverse influences. With activities taking place across the islands, there are plenty of opportunities to experience, celebrate and enjoy Creole culture in all its forms.

Festival Kreol Events: 10–17 October 🇸🇨

Regional Moutya – 10 October | Victoria | 4pm–12am
Experience the rhythm and tradition of Seychelles with an evening dedicated to Moutya, bringing communities together to celebrate and preserve one of the country’s most important expressions of Creole culture.

Final Moman Kreativite – 11 October | ICCS Auditorium | 2pm
Secondary and post-secondary students take to the stage to showcase their artistic talent, imagination and creativity in this celebration of young Seychellois talent.

Quiz “Bataye” – 12 October | ICCS Auditorium, Room 1 | 10am
A friendly knowledge competition bringing together teams from across the Department of Culture for a morning of teamwork, general knowledge and fun.

Zenn Artis Lemonn Kreolofonn – 15 October | Carrefour des Arts | 10am
A showcase dedicated to emerging young artists, encouraging creativity, collaboration and recognition of the next generation of visual artistic talent.

Final Interschool Quiz & Public Speaking Competition – 16 October | National Theatre, Mt Fleuri | 11am–1:30pm
Students put their knowledge and public-speaking skills to the test in a Creole-language competition celebrating Kreol Seselwa, Seychelles’ heritage and cultural identity.

Bazar Spesyal – 17 October | Domaine de Val des Prés | 10am–6pm
Spend Saturday discovering authentic Seychellois crafts, local food and cultural products, accompanied by live music and plenty of Creole atmosphere.

Regional Moutya – 17 October | Anse Royale | 4pm–12am
Moutya comes to Anse Royale for an evening of traditional dance, rhythm and community, celebrating the cultural contribution of Seychelles’ South East Region.