Akwa Ibom State Christmas Village is an annual holiday market event in Unity Park, Udo Udoma Avenue in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. [1] [2]
It is usually set up in December and terminates around early January. The festival includes activities ranging from presentations from dance groups, service of different delicacies, and networking b fun-seeking lovers. [3]
Some activities that goes on at the Akwa Ibom State Christmas Village includes but not limited to:
Music
Drama
Comedy
Games
Cultural Display
Outdoor Catering
Talent Shows. [1]
One important event that also occurs is the Akwa Ibom State Christmas Unplugged
The Christmas Village was inaugurated by Governor Udom Emmanuel in 2020, and since then, it has been a place of activities for the indigenes and visitors during the festive period. [4]
Recently, the governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno included Happy Hour Freebies to the Christmas celebration at the park, and changed the name from Christmas Villge to Christmas Park. [5] [6]
The Governor of the State, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno hosted the 2023 Christmas Carol festival in the Christmas Park. [7]