- Tuesday 18th August - Wednesday 19th August
- 10:52am pm - 12:52pm
- Chief Sekor
- 5607551
Back to my Roots
- Tuesday 18th August - Wednesday 19th August
- 10:52am pm - 12:52pm
- Chief Sekor
- 5607551
This 2 day fedstival is a higlight of any cultural experience in Vanuatu. It is an Authentic and "real" experience and not just an artificial show made up for tourists. Guests can witness chiefs passing their ranks and the ceremony is part of community life.
Frequently Asked Questions
The calendar mixes kastom ceremonies, music festivals and sport. Land diving on Pentecost, the Rom dances of Ambrym, Fest'Napuan and Fete de la Musique sit alongside rodeos, rallies and community celebrations. Port Vila has the densest public programme, while outer-island events follow village seasons. Check the Vanuatu Tourism Office events listing when you plan dates.
Kastom festivals are not staged extras; they mark harvest, rank, faith and island identity. Nagol land diving, Rom dance and island music nights show how ceremony, church and contemporary culture share the same year. Visitors are usually welcome when they come respectfully and follow local guidance. Arriving for a named festival is one of the best ways to see living tradition.
Town concerts, markets and advertised festivals are straightforward if you are already in Port Vila or Luganville. Village ceremonies may need an invitation, a guide or a custom fee, and dates can shift. Book travel early for well-known events such as land diving, and ask the Vanuatu Travel Information Centre or your host about access. Do not arrive unannounced at a private ceremony.