Concerts and events in Abidjan
Find the upcoming concerts, parties, festivals, shows and conferences in Abidjan here, with tickets on sale online. Every ticket is paid in FCFA by Wave, Orange Money, MTN MoMo, Moov Money or bank card, and arrives as a QR code on your phone.
Where to go out in Abidjan
Abidjan is a city of communes, and each has its own rhythm. Plateau, the business district, mostly hosts professional events, conferences and evening cultural dates. Cocody holds a large share of the venues, hotels and upscale events.
South of the lagoon, Marcory and Zone 4 are known for their restaurants and nightlife, and Treichville for its big popular gatherings. Yopougon, the city’s most populous commune, is one of the hearts of Ivorian music and of the maquis.
When to go out
Friday and Saturday nights carry most concerts and parties; Sunday afternoon is the slot for family events. Weekday events start later, to let the traffic clear.
The long dry season, December to March, is the main season for festivals and outdoor events. In the rainy season — May to July, then October — check whether the event is covered, and look at the event page before you set off.
Getting around at night
Crossing the lagoon at rush hour can take more than an hour. Allow plenty of time if the event is on the other side of the bridges, and arrive before the doors open: getting in is quicker early in the evening.
For the way home, taxis and ride-hailing cars are scarcer and dearer after midnight. Book ahead or travel as a group.
Booking tickets safely
Buy on the official event page rather than from a reseller on WhatsApp: a ticket resold hand to hand may already have been used or transferred. On TiketBurst the QR code changes at short intervals and each ticket is validated only once, which makes screenshots and copied tickets useless.
Can no longer go? If the organizer allows it, transfer your ticket to a friend from your account: your QR code is deactivated and a new ticket is issued in their name.
Pay the way you usually do
- Wave
- Orange Money
- MTN MoMo
- Moov Money
- Visa / Mastercard
- Wallet TiketBurst
All payments settle in FCFA, with no exchange fees.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find concerts in Abidjan this weekend?
Check the list of upcoming events at the top of this page, or filter the catalogue by city and date. Each event shows its venue, time and ticket prices in FCFA.
How do I buy a concert ticket in Abidjan?
Open the event page, choose your ticket category, sign in with a verification code and pay by mobile money or card. The ticket — a QR code — appears in your account as soon as payment is confirmed.
Which payment methods are accepted?
Wave, Orange Money, MTN MoMo, Moov Money, Visa or Mastercard and the TiketBurst wallet. All payments are in FCFA.
Do I need to print my ticket?
No. Show the QR code on your phone, opened from your account — not a screenshot, since the code changes at short intervals.
I am an organizer: how do I get my event listed here?
Create your event on TiketBurst with Abidjan as the city and publish it. It appears in this list and in the catalogue as soon as it is published.
Organising an event in Abidjan?
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