Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1

What is Where we goin?

Accepted Answer

Where we goin? (eventsinghana.net) is Ghana's events discovery platform. We aggregate and curate upcoming events across all regions of Ghana — from concerts and festivals to nightlife, cultural events, comedy shows, food festivals, and more. Our goal is to be the definitive guide to things to do in Ghana.

Question 2

Is eventsinghana.net free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Browsing events on eventsinghana.net is completely free. We list events from across Ghana, and you can search, filter by category, and explore events in any region at no cost.

Question 3

How often are events updated?

Accepted Answer

Events are updated daily through automated feeds and manual curation. Our system runs at 2:00 AM every day to fetch new events from sources across Ghana. Past events are automatically archived daily at 3:00 AM to keep the platform fresh and relevant.

Question 4

What regions of Ghana do you cover?

Accepted Answer

We cover events across all regions of Ghana including Greater Accra (Accra, Osu, East Legon, Tema, Jamestown), Ashanti Region (Kumasi), Central Region (Cape Coast), Northern Region (Tamale), Western Region (Takoradi), Volta Region, Eastern Region, and more. Our coverage is expanding constantly.

Question 5

What types of events do you list?

Accepted Answer

We cover concerts, festivals, nightlife, cultural events, comedy shows, art exhibitions, food festivals, sports events, theatre, conferences, workshops, family events, and more. If it's happening in Ghana, we want to list it.

Question 6

How do I find events in my area?

Accepted Answer

You can browse all events on the homepage, or use the search bar to find events by name, venue, or city. You can also filter by category (Festival, Concert, Nightlife, etc.) using the category pills at the top of the events list.

Question 7

Can I search for events by category?

Accepted Answer

Yes! On the homepage, you'll see category filter pills (Festival, Concert, Nightlife, Cultural, Comedy, Sports, Food & Drink, Art, Theatre, Conference, etc.). Click any category to filter the event listings. You can also use the URL format: eventsinghana.net/?category=Festival

Question 8

What events are happening in Accra this weekend?

Accepted Answer

Visit eventsinghana.net to see all upcoming events. Most of our listings are in and around Accra, including areas like Osu, East Legon, Airport City, Spintex, Jamestown, and Tema. Events are sorted by date, so the nearest ones appear first.

Question 9

What is Detty December?

Accepted Answer

Detty December is Ghana's annual season of events and celebrations that runs throughout December. It attracts diaspora visitors from around the world who come to Accra for concerts, parties, festivals, and cultural experiences. Major events include Afrochella (AfroFuture), music concerts, beach parties, and cultural celebrations.

Question 10

What is PANAFEST?

Accepted Answer

PANAFEST (Pan-African Historical Theatre Festival) is a biennial cultural festival held in Cape Coast, Ghana. It celebrates African heritage and the diaspora through theatre, music, dance, poetry, and visual arts. It includes events at historical sites like Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle.

Question 11

What is Chale Wote?

Accepted Answer

Chale Wote Street Art Festival is an annual street art and cultural festival held in Jamestown, Accra, typically in August. It transforms the historic district into an open-air gallery featuring street art, live music, dance performances, fashion, photography, and interactive installations.

Question 12

What are the major traditional festivals in Ghana?

Accepted Answer

Ghana has dozens of traditional festivals including: Akwasidae (Kumasi, every 6 weeks), Homowo (Ga people, Accra, August), Hogbetsotso (Anlo Ewe, Volta Region, November), Fetu Afahye (Cape Coast, September), Damba (Tamale), Bugum Chugu/Fire Festival (Tamale), Odwira (Eastern Region), Aboakyir (Winneba, May), Kundum (Western Region), Ankos/Takoradi Carnival (Takoradi, October), and Asafotufiam (Ada, August).

Question 13

What is Afrochella / AfroFuture?

Accepted Answer

Afrochella (now rebranded as AfroFuture) is the flagship music and cultural festival of Ghana's Detty December season. Held annually in Accra, it features international Afrobeats artists, DJs, fashion, food, and cultural experiences. It's one of the biggest music festivals in West Africa.

Question 14

How do I buy tickets for events?

Accepted Answer

Each event listing includes a "Get Tickets" button that links directly to the event's official ticketing page or organizer website. We don't sell tickets directly — we connect you with the official source.

Question 15

Are the event prices in Ghana Cedis?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all prices are listed in Ghana Cedis (GH₵). Some events are free, and we clearly mark those. For paid events, we show the starting price or price range.

Question 16

How do I get directions to event venues?

Accepted Answer

Every event page includes a "Get Directions" button that opens Google Maps with the venue location. We also provide written directions where available, including transport tips and landmark references.

Question 17

How can I list my event on Where we goin?

Accepted Answer

Contact us at jm@digitransactai.com with your event details (name, date, venue, description, pricing, and images). We also offer premium promoted listings that get featured in our spotlight carousel and highlighted across the platform.

Question 18

What is a promoted / premium listing?

Accepted Answer

Promoted events get premium visibility including a spotlight in our featured events carousel on the homepage, a promoted badge on event cards and detail pages, and priority positioning. Contact us at jm@digitransactai.com or use the advertising inquiry form on the homepage to learn more.

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