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Save The Date — Thursday, October 1, 2026
The Naija Day Gala: our flagship celebration of Nigerian heritage in America.
Join Nigerians, Nigerian‑Americans and friends of Nigeria for an evening of culture, charity and solidarity — orchestral elegance on one end, the color and pageantry of festival tradition on the other.
Pictured: Durbar festival horsemen in traditional ceremonial regalia
Event Logistics
Here’s what we know so far.
October 1, 2026
What To Expect
Culture, charity, and solidarity — built for our own community.
In the spirit of Cinco de Mayo, St. Patrick’s Day, and Columbus Day, October One is built for people of Nigerian heritage to gather, celebrate and give back — anchored on the celebration, recognition, and appreciation of Nigerian independence and democracy.
Full programming details, ticketing and venue information for the 2026 gala are being finalized — guests and partners will be the first to know.
A Day Set Aside, Like Others Before It
Reserve Your Seat
Individual seats for the Naija Day Gala.
Tables of 10 are reserved for our sponsors — see the Sponsorship page for those. Individual seats are available below.
Attendee Names — so we can seat your group together
This event is by invitation only.
Enter the invitation code provided by your host to continue to checkout.
You’re on the list!
Thank you for reserving your seats at the Naija Day Gala. A receipt has been sent to your email by PayPal, and your group's names have been sent to our team for table assignment.
Nigerian Independence Day Inc. has submitted its application for recognition as a tax‑exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3); the application is currently pending. Your ticket includes the fair market value of the meal and program provided at the gala. Only the portion of your payment exceeding that value, if any, may be tax‑deductible, and only if IRS recognition is granted. Please consult your tax adviser regarding the deductibility of any payment.
Attendee names are used only to seat your group and assign tables, and are shared only with our event team.
On The Day
Two moods, one celebration.
From the concert hall hush of a live orchestra to the drums and color of masquerade in motion — the program is built to hold both.
Live Orchestra
A full Nigerian orchestra opens the evening with the gravity the occasion deserves — strings, brass and a conductor in full ceremony.
Pageantry & Procession
Color, rhythm and tradition take the floor — a joyful nod to the festival regalia carried across Nigeria’s regions.
Community & The Table
Jollof, plantain and good company — the through‑line of every October One gathering, from the first year onward.
Standing Together
Built On Partnership
Every celebration starts with a relationship.
The Embassy, our sponsors, and our community all have a seat at this table. The event exists because the partnership does — see how you can be part of both.