Save the date · 6–9 November 2026 · Accra International Conference Centre
Glitz Africa Fashion Week
Runway, exhibitions and the Young Designers Showcase — GAFW 2026 brings together established houses and emerging talent from across Africa and the diaspora for its landmark 3-day edition.
31
Days
20+
Designers
4
Runway Shows
35
Trade Tents
Schedule
The Programme
Tue 10 Nov
Day One
Trade & Exhibitions
- 10:00Trade tents open to the public
- 12:00Sustainability in African Textiles — panel
- 18:30Opening cocktail, GAFW Village
Wed 11 Nov
Day Two
Young Designers Showcase
- 11:00Exhibitions continue
- 16:00Young Designers Showcase runway
- 19:30Press & media accreditation desk
Thu 12 Nov
Day Three
Mainstage Runway
- 12:00Emerging designers runway
- 17:00VIP reception
- 19:00Mainstage runway — headline designers
Fri 13 Nov
Day Four
Finale
- 18:00Doors open, red carpet
- 20:00Finale runway & awards
- 22:30Closing gala
Ticketing
Choose Your Access
QR e-tickets issued instantly on purchase. Refunds and transfers available up to 7 days before each date, per event policy.
Open Call
Young Designers Showcase
GAFW's showcase gives emerging designers from across Africa and the diaspora a mainstage runway slot. Applications are judged on creativity, sustainability, craftsmanship and market potential.
- Deadline
- 30 September 2026
- Eligibility
- Designers under 5 years in business
On the Runway
From GAFW
Asantewaa — beaded fringe collar
Asantewaa — rope-belt evening look
Menswear — beaded statement necklace
Menswear — beaded crossbody
Accessories — beaded backpack