Shine Party to Take Centre Stage at Calabar Carnival 2025

Vanessa Obioha

This year’s Calabar Carnival will have a special glitter to it as Guinness has announced its role as the Official Headline Sponsor. From November 30, 2025, to January 1, 2026, Guinness will ignite Calabar with 30 unforgettable days of bold experiences, immersive entertainment, and vibrant expressions of African brilliance.

The highlight of the brand’s carnival showcase will be the Guinness Shine Party on December 25, a spectacular fiesta featuring top-tier music performances, enchanting visual displays, and engaging activities that bring to life the bold character of Guinness.

The Shine Party will serve as a cultural centrepiece, inviting attendees to step into a world where creativity, rhythm, and self-expression converge under the iconic black and gold.

Speaking on the announcement, Yinka Bakare, Director, Marketing and Innovations, Guinness Nigeria, said:

“Guinness has always been a bold symbol of African excellence, creativity, and resilience. As headline sponsor of the 2025 Calabar Carnival, we are not just supporting the festival – we are amplifying it. It is our commitment to lighting up Calabar with unforgettable moments that inspire pride, connection, and joy.”

The 2025 Calabar Carnival, celebrated this year under the theme “Traces of Time,” is expected to draw attendees from across Nigeria and around the world. With Guinness leading the charge, consumers can look forward to an elevated experience that honours the journey of culture through time, spotlighting the rhythm, heritage, and evolution that shape today’s vibrant celebrations.