Accra, the vibrant hub of various tribes and nationalities in Ghana, boasts a diverse population with a wide range of interests. While the city offers abundant nighttime raves and events for networking and leisure, finding equally engaging daytime activities for relaxation and rejuvenation is a bit more challenging. However, Accra still transcends its reputation as solely a nightlife destination. With its rich history and diverse cultural influences, the city now offers a plethora of hidden artistic activities to cater to the preferences of people from all backgrounds. This article categorizes, details, and summarizes the top 5 creative things to do in Accra.
The realm of "Arts & Crafts" spans a vast array of creative endeavors, including painting, sculpting, pottery, woodworking, Kente weaving, batik making, tie-dye, wax printing, candle making, upcycling, knitting, and more. Surprisingly, all these activities are accessible within the city. For instance, you can indulge in a unique "Paint & Movies" experience at the Accra Escape Game Room, participate in engaging "Paint & Sip" sessions like "Puff & Paint" at the Oliver Twist shack, which even offers paintball target practice. Additionally, various venues across the city host pottery and sculpting events and classes, which can be conveniently booked through our services HERE.
In Accra, the abundance of classes, events, and activities centered around music and dance is truly remarkable. Dance enthusiasts can explore a diverse range of classes, including salsa, afrobeats, ballet, pole dancing, traditional dancing, kizomba, and more. Similarly, music aficionados can immerse themselves in instrument classes, spanning from local drums to the Ateteben flute and the chekere. At AccraEvents.GH, we organize "Make Your Own Music" (MYOM) dates for those keen on creating music experiences. Moreover, the city hosts numerous live music sessions throughout the week, showcasing a variety of genres such as R&B, palm wine music, and jazz at various venues.
#3: PHOTOSHOOTS, PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
Accra boasts an abundance of picturesque locations, each complemented by a wealth of skilled photographers. Capture stunning images of iconic landmarks and captivating features across the city, or create memorable videos with artistic flair and unique angles. Whether solo, with friends, or alongside professionals, photography and videography have become immensely popular activities in today's digital age of content creation. Immortalize your experiences by snapping memorable shots and filming videos that you can cherish for years to come.
Accra boasts an impressive array of over two dozen art galleries, ensuring that there are always multiple exhibitions happening concurrently on any given day. These galleries typically open around 10 AM and close around 6 PM, providing ample daylight hours for art enthusiasts to immerse themselves in contemporary artworks. Additionally, sporadic private art auction events add excitement and anticipation to the art scene, offering highly anticipated opportunities to acquire unique pieces. Various arts and crafts markets throughout the city also showcase the talents of local artists, sculptors, and craft makers, providing opportunities for the purchase of authentic Ghanaian artworks. The streets of Accra are also adorned with vibrant artworks displayed in public spaces, including murals, graffiti, and installations. Private galleries and art workshops also contribute to the city's artistic landscape, offering commissioned works and insights into each artist's unique style and expression, so exploring Accra's dynamic art scene during the daytime offers a fascinating and free opportunity to appreciate and engage with the city's artistic culture.
#5: DRAMA, THEATER & FILM
In Accra, cinemas and theaters offer a unique movie-watching experience despite the rise of online streaming platforms. Established cinemas like Silverbird Cinemas in Accra Mall and West Hills Mall still attract moviegoers, while pop-up film screenings add variety to the movie scene. Entities like Movenpick, Alliance Francais, Park n Watch, 2927 Tesano and Cinema 57 host outdoor movie screenings, whereas establishments like the Accra Escape Game Room and Base Lounge host unique indoor movie screenings, providing opportunities to enjoy old classics, adult animations and films under the stars with fellow enthusiasts. The 5D theater also provides a viewing experience that engages at least 3 out of 5 senses at all times. Additionally, weekly theatrical performances at the national theater and other public stages by universities, drama clubs, churches, professional screenwriters, high schools, and other cinematic productions offer engaging entertainment that showcases diverse aspects of cinematography. These activities provide avenues for socializing, meeting like-minded individuals, and enjoying the art of cinematography in a communal setting.
BONUS: MISCELLANEOUS
In addition to the categories mentioned earlier, Accra offers a plethora of artistic events and activities that defy classification. Activities like cooking, tattoo making, creative writing, and gardening may not fit into traditional categories but are nonetheless avenues for artistic expression in the city. These diverse pursuits also cater to individuals seeking creative outlets during the daytime in Accra.
The activities and categories listed above offer a diverse range of artistic experiences in Accra suitable for people of all ages. Various organizations host these activities, each offering unique options and details. To explore individual activities further and access different options, sign up and register with us for an immersive artistic experience. We thank these top 5 activities for providing diversity in things to do in Accra. For more countdown lists and updates, visit our WEBSITE and stay tuned for our next article in 2 weeks. Until then, remember that "Life is for the Living, so Live It Up!"
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