Christmas in Lagos: 10 Interesting Things to Do

We smell Christmas in the air! It’s the season of long holidays, happy wining and dining and end-of-the-year festivities! If you want Christmas in Lagos and you’re thinking of fun things to do to make it memorable, we’ve got you covered! Lagos is one place where fun is never lacking, and we’ve made a list of 10 ways you can make it even better this Christmas!

10 Things to Do for Fun This Christmas

Create memorable experience with friends and family this Christmas as you explore various activities and destinations to visit together. We’ve curated a list of things you can do with friends or by yourself, if you’re going solo. Let’s dive right in!

1. Visit the Lekki Conservation Centre (LCC):

Take a break from busy Lagos life and immerse yourself in the experience of the tropical paradise that is the Lekki Conservation Center. If busy work life has made you miss out on the richness of green flora and fauna, and the ambient peace that comes with it, it’s time to get away! You can visit the LCC alone, but it’s best if visited with family or friends for a shared fun experience. There are so many fun things you can do here.

One of the iconic highlights of this place is the long suspension bridge, which is Africa’s longest canopy walk. There you get to enjoy the panoramic view of the forest. It can be another learning opportunity for kids, as they get to see all kinds of animals and plants they’ve read about in books. You also get to take fun pictures to cherish and relive the memorable way you spent your Christmas.

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2. Visit Parks for Picnic and Outdoor Fun:

Lagos is home to impressive parks where you can hang out with friends and have fun with family right at the heart of the city’s center. This is particularly a fun thing to do, if you’d prefer a location that’s not too far from the city center and still observe the busy activities around as a calm onlooker.

If you’ve had a busy year, this is one fun relaxed way to make the most of your Christmas. It’s even better because the weather is often just right for outdoor activities around this time of the year, and you can play outdoor games, have a little picnic or just enjoy the beautiful décor of Christmas around the park. You can check Jakande Park in Ikeja, Muri Okunola park in VI, or the Ndubisi Kanu Park in Oregun.

3. Attend an Impressive Christmas concert/Carol:

There are so many concerts and carols to attend around this time of the year, and if you’re a die-hard lover of good music and classical performance, there’s no better place to spend Christmas than in Lagos. Either you’re up for some Christian-themed concerts, or love to enjoy performances from live bands, you can rest assured that you’ll have more than enough to attend at Christmas. For an even more unforgettable experience, you can sign up for an event like The Theatre of Lights happening right in the heart of Lagos!

4. Visit the Beach:

Lagos is home to many exciting beaches, such as the Bar Beach, and Takwa Bay Beaches, and you definitely don’t want to miss out on this one. Spending Christmas at the beach is a fun way to immerse yourself in the aquatic splendour of Lagos state. You can spend the day walking the stretch of the sandy beach, go horse reading, or lounge on the sand to enjoy the smell of sea water carried in the air.

You can also visit private beaches for even more curated experiences such as till-dawn parties, special delicacies and open-air dining. This is perfect for anyone either as a group or solo, as you can enjoy various fun experiences as it suits your budget. Don’t forget to grab a few blankets, food, and drinks, as it’s also the perfect opportunity to enjoy picnic with friends.

5. Enjoy a Boat Ride on the Lagos Lagoon:

One thing with Lagos is that whether you’re looking to enjoy fun inland or onshore experiences this Christmas, there’s something for you! So, you can make your Christmas a memorable one by going on an exciting boat-ride adventure with friends or solo. Even better is the fact that you get to meet other adventurers like yourself and soak in the beauty of the landscape.

For an even more curated experience, you can check out our Christmas boat party, where you get a mix of everything fun and good for a perfect Christmas. You can also explore options for solo boat rides and explore local water villages on boat. For an added for fun, you can try out some of the local seafood delicacies that would be on sale. And if your definition of fun is some peace and quiet for calm mediation, there’s no better place to catch that than on a tranquil boat ride.

6. Visit to Art Galleries/Museums:

Visit art galleries to explore beautiful pieces and the artistic ingenuity of our African heritage. One fun place you can go is the Nike Art Gallery, but you can definitely, visit other beautiful ones too. If you love to immerse yourself in artistic brilliance and explore vintage pieces that you could buy or gift someone for Christmas, then this is a perfect choice.

It’s perfect for relaxation and you can also enjoy some other activities like sip and paints, or chat with creatives and guides. It’s perfect if you’ll prefer to get away from the busy outdoors to a more calming environment where you can watch art come alive in different ways.

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7. Visit the Cinema to See a Movie:

If you’ve spent the whole year being nothing but a workaholic, then Christmas is the perfect time to take that break and go see a movie. You could make it a movie date with a couple of friends, go with family, or go solo to see the Christmas specials.

You can choose to arrive a little earlier before your movie starts showing to explore the cinema’s environment and even grab a few drinks and food before the movie begins. One thing that’s common about seeing movies in a Cinema in Lagos, during the festive season is that you might get to see some of the casts of your favourite shows making special appearances at the Cinemas for an even more fun experience!

8. Go Christmas Light Sightseeing:

Lagos is the perfect place to be at Christmas, as you get to explore the splendour of Christmas and catch beautiful Christmas lightings and décor on display. You can make your Christmas fun by planning a late-evening outing just to catch the lights in their beauty. You may visit the iconic Eko Atlantic City, explore mega shopping malls, a take a night-drive through major streets in Lagos for an even more fun experience. Also, you can even take things up a notch by taking pictures and recording videos of your experience for a memorable Christmas.

9. Visit The Amusement Park:

Catch some Christmas-season fun at the amusement park in Lagos, where you get to engage in all sorts of adrenaline-rush activities. It’s perfect for kids and adults, so if you’re going solo or with family, loads of fun awaits you. Depending on your risk level, you can engage in different fun activities, including indoor games, such as the bumper car, pirate ships, and space travels.

10. Host a Christmas party:

In Lagos, you can host your friends living within and outside Lagos for a fun Christmas party. It’s the perfect time to catch up with old friends and create more memories together. Make it even more fun with plenty of food and drinks coupled with exciting music for everyone. You can make it an all-day or night party, as a lot of parties would be going on as well, so you won’t have to worry about disturbing the neighbours. Grab some game boards and cards for an exciting game night, or switch things up with a cozy Christmas movie for even more fun.

Ready to have an unforgettable fun Christmas in Lagos experience? Above is a list of fun things you can do. You can include two or more of them in your itinerary to make it an even more fun experience this Christmas. If you ask what we recommend, it’s definitely our Christmas Boat cruise party, your perfect destination for an unbeatable fun experience.