Build.
Build
Bring what you made this year.
Put it in front of people who'll use it, share it, fund it or hire you for it.
5 December 2026 · Lagos
Show what you built. Meet who's building. Then go play. An outdoor day for the people who build Lagos tech.
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What is Tech Ember Fest
Not another conference. A day outdoors for the people buildingandeveryonearound them.
No long panels, no sitting in rows. Show your work, meet people, find new communities, play games, eat, and stay for the music.
Connect.
Connect
Meet the people building around you.
Communities, founders, companies and teams, and people outside your usual circle.
Play.
Play
Then put the laptop away.
Games, activities, food and music, and when the laptops close, the party.
Showcase your build
Built something this year? Bring it.
Developers, designers, founders, creators, students and teams can show their projects to everyone at the fest. Demo it live, put it online, or load it on one of our laptops and let people try it.
The early part of the day is set aside for showcasing, and projects can stay up while the games are on.
You might leave with
- Submit your project. Tell us what you built and what you want from the day.
- Get featured. We'll feature a selection of projects here before the fest.
- Demo it on the day. Use your own laptop or one of ours.
Your project
One line on what it does and who it's for.
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Games & experiences
What it's like inside
Games start after the early showcase period. Projects stay up alongside them.
Physical games
Pick a side and compete with people you met an hour ago.
Stage games
Games on stage, with the whole crowd watching and joining in.
All-day activities
Things to do through the afternoon while showcases keep running.
Food & drinks
Vendors on site all day.
Music & social
And when the laptops close…
As the evening goes on, the showcases and networking give way to music, food and the main party. Put the laptop away. It's time to play.
Past events
Where it started
Photos from the first edition. This year has a new format, with more building, more communities and more ways to play.
When is Tech Ember Fest?
Saturday, 5 December 2026.
Where is it?
In Lagos. We'll announce the venue closer to the day.
How much are tickets?
Packages start at ₦80,000 for a community of 6. See all tickets and packages.
Who can attend?
Developers, designers, product people, founders, startup teams, creators, students, tech communities, company teams and anyone into tech. You don't need to work in tech to enjoy it, but the day is built around the tech ecosystem.
Is it 18+?
We'll confirm the age policy when tickets go on sale.
How do I showcase my project?
Submit it through the showcase form. We'll feature a selection on this site before the event. On the day, you can demo it on your own laptop or one of ours.
Can my community attend as a group?
Yes. Community packages let your group come in together, and Platinum community packages include your own stand. See how communities join.
Can my company or team attend?
Yes. Apply as a team and we'll help you pick a package.
Can I sponsor, partner or be a vendor?
Can I volunteer?
What happens at the event?
You arrive and meet your community. Next comes a showcase period, followed by games and activities. The day ends with music, food and the party. See the line-up.
What should I bring?
Your project if you're showcasing, and something comfortable for a day outdoors. We'll send ticket holders a full list closer to the day.
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Anything else?
Tickets, communities, partners and the line-up each have their own page. For everything else, send us a message.