The Coca-Cola Food Fest is set to return to Lusaka on October 31, 2026, bringing together food lovers, music fans and festivalgoers for a day of culinary experiences and live entertainment.
The event will be held at the Polofield Showgrounds, following the success of last year’s festival. This year’s edition promises an expanded programme featuring local food vendors, interactive brand activations and entertainment spaces designed for people of all ages.
More than 25 local food vendors are expected to showcase a variety of dishes, giving festivalgoers an opportunity to enjoy authentic Zambian cuisine alongside international flavours.
The festival will also feature a vibrant musical line-up headlined by South African Amapiano duo TxC, with performances from popular artists LeeMcKrazy and Yo Maps. The combination of food and live music is expected to provide one of the event’s main attractions.
The festival forms part of Coca-Cola’s global Coke with Meals campaign, which celebrates the role of shared meals in bringing people together and creating lasting memories.
Beyond the food and music, attendees will have access to several themed experience zones. These will include the Coca-Cola Lounge and Fanta Chill Zone, offering social spaces and opportunities for photography.
A Thrift Market and Gaming Zone will cater to youth culture and entertainment, while a Schweppes Bar will provide refreshments. Dedicated recycling stations will also be available across the venue as part of efforts to reduce packaging waste.
Speaking ahead of the event, Coca-Cola Zambia Senior Manager for Marketing Faith Nehanda said the festival was intended to create a space where people could connect through food, music and shared experiences.
“The Coca-Cola Food Fest is about creating a space where people can come together and enjoy the things that connect us – food, music, and shared moments. We are excited to bring the experience back to Lusaka and create even more magic with our consumers this year,” she said.
The festival will open its doors at 14:00 on October 31 at the Polofield Showgrounds in Lusaka.
General admission tickets are selling at K200, while VIP tickets cost K1,500. Tickets are available nationwide through Shoprite and Computicket.
Organisers are inviting members of the public to attend and enjoy a celebration of Zambia’s diverse food culture, live entertainment and shared experiences.
Under the theme “Meals. Music. Magic,” the Coca-Cola Food Fest aims to bring people together for another memorable celebration in Lusaka.
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Picture: Poster of the Coca Cola event