Business October 17, 2026
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Lusaka, get ready! The Coca-Cola Food Fest is back! On 31 October 2026, the Polofield Showgrounds will come alive as Coca-Cola brings back its premier culinary and entertainment experience, celebrating Zambia’s rich food heritage, vibrant local sounds, and unforgettable shared moments Following last year’s massive success, the 2026 edition returns bigger and bolder, designed to highlight the real magic that happens when food, music, and people come together through an expanded line-up of local vendors, interactive brand activations, and immersive spaces created for festivalgoers of all ages.
Festivalgoers can look forward to an incredible culinary experience, featuring over 25 local food vendors serving authentic Zambian dishes alongside global cuisines. To complementthe feast, this year’s entertainment stage will feature an electrifying lineup headlined by South African Amapiano powerhouse duo TxC, alongside chart-topping hits from LeeMcKrazy and Yo Maps, setting the stage for an extraordinary live music experience.
As part of Coca-Cola’s global Coke with Meals campaign, the festival celebrates the power of shared meals to create lasting memories. Beyond food and music, attendees can explore a variety of tailored experience zones, including the Coca-Cola Lounge and Fanta Chill Zone featuring photo-friendly social spaces. The festival also features a Thrift Market and Gaming Zone dedicated to youth culture and high-energy entertainment, as well as a Schweppes Bar for premium refreshment, all supported by dedicated on-site recycling stations to reduce packaging waste.
“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,” says Faith Nehanda, Senior Manager, Marketing, Coca-Cola Zambia.
Doors open at 14:00 on 31 October 2026 at the Polofield Showgrounds in Lusaka. General access tickets are K200, while VIP tickets are K1,500, available nationwide at Shoprite and Computicket.
Come hungry. Come ready for the music. Come experience the magic.
Meals. Music. Magic. #Coca-ColaFoodFest2026
