Preparations are in top gear for the 8th edition of the Edo Heritage Sports Festival and Carnival, a week-long celebration of culture, sports, and community spirit scheduled to hold from December 8 to 12, 2025, at Rickrex Event City, Benin City, platinumnewsng.com is reporting.
The much-anticipated event promises a vibrant showcase of Edo’s cultural heritage and sporting excellence, featuring activities such as 5-aside Football, Traditional Wrestling, Chess, Tug of War, Pageantry, and Award Presentations.
Attendees will also enjoy a lively carnival procession, live band performances, and free skills acquisition programs, alongside a trade fair promoting local businesses and craftsmanship.
The grand finale, billed for December 12, is expected to attract top dignitaries, cultural enthusiasts, and athletes from across the state and beyond.
Now in its 8th year, the Edo Heritage Sports Festival and Carnival continues to serve as a unifying platform to celebrate the rich traditions, talents, and resilience of the Edo people, while fostering youth development through sports and entrepreneurship.
Organisers say this year’s edition will be the biggest yet, reinforcing Edo’s reputation as a hub of culture, creativity, and sporting excellence in Nigeria.