Nomadic Arts Festival: Dec 6 Oshwal Centre, Nairobi - October 1st, 2024

The Nomadic Arts Festival will debut on December 6, 2024, at the Oshwal Center in Westlands, Nairobi, bringing together artists from Northern Kenya and Nairobi’s contemporary music scene for a vibrant celebration of culture and collaboration. The event will feature live performances blending traditional sounds with modern music, led by Turkana Sessions and the Turkana Sessions Orchestra alongside a curated lineup of diverse talent. Originating from Content House Kenya’s long-term work in the region, including the Turkana-based Turkana Sessions project and the broader Turkana Artists Xchange initiative, the festival builds on over a decade of artistic exchange and cultural documentation. Beyond music, Nomadic Arts Festival will include a small marketplace supporting local artisans and businesses, promoting economic opportunities through art. Envisioned as an annual event, the festival aims to preserve Northern Kenya’s artistic heritage while fostering cross-cultural connections and wider audience engagement.