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... the finest blend of trade, culture, tourism, fun, and resource sharing is happening live in Calabar!!!

Scheduled to take place from the 13th to 19th, October 2025, at the Calabar Municipal Garden, Cross River State, the NBCT Fiesta is expected to attract thousands of participants, including business leaders, policymakers, cultural ambassadors, MSMEs, investors, youth groups, and international visitors.
The event will feature an exciting lineup of activities aimed at stimulating commerce, preserving heritage, and unlocking the state’s economic potential.

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Bold Trade Ideas. Big Connections

NBCT Fiesta connects startups and brands in Calabar’s vibrant marketplace to network, grow, and seize new opportunities.

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A Vibrant Celebration of Identity

NBCT Fiesta celebrates Nigeria’s rich heritage through music, dance, art, and stories that unite generations.

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Discover Nigeria’s Charms

Explore Nigeria’s beauty, cuisine, and culture, NBCT Fiesta is your unforgettable gateway to authentic Nigerian tourism.

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Welcome to Calabar NBCT Fiesta 2025 – Where Nigeria Comes Alive

Nigeria is a nation blessed with unmatched cultural diversity, breathtaking tourist attractions, and an increasingly vibrant business environment. From the rhythmic beats of traditional festivals to the thriving entrepreneurial spirit seen across its cities and communities, Nigeria stands as a land of opportunity, color, and connection. It is within this rich context that the Nigeria Business, Culture, and Tourism Fiesta (NBCT) is born.

The first edition of the NBCT Fiesta proudly takes center stage in Calabar, the capital of Cross River State, long celebrated as Nigeria’s tourism haven. This city, with its warm hospitality, scenic charm, and deep-rooted heritage, offers the perfect setting for a grand convergence of ideas, creativity, commerce, and celebration. Calabar NBCT Fiesta 2025 is more than an event, it is a movement, a platform to showcase Nigeria’s finest, and a gateway to new opportunities.

We welcome vendors, sponsors, partners, and stakeholders from across the country and beyond to come on board this epoch-making event. As a participant, you will connect with thousands of potential customers, investors, and collaborators in an environment designed to amplify visibility and impact. For sponsors and partners, NBCT offers direct access to a growing market, powerful brand positioning, and the chance to be associated with innovation, empowerment, and cultural excellence.

This is your invitation to Calabar Edition of NBCT Fiesta 2025.
Welcome to Calabar.
Welcome to opportunity.
Welcome to the future.

Partnership with
MDAs and Brands

With Over 30 Partners and Endorsements, Calabar NBCT Fiesta is Poised to Be the Nation’s Premier Convergence of Business, Culture & Tourism
Calabar NBCT Fiesta (coded CBCT Fiesta) 2025 isn't just an event, it's a movement. Backed by over 30 esteemed partners and government endorsements, this flagship celebration is set to become Nigeria’s most dynamic platform for economic growth, cultural expression, and tourism development.
From bustling trade exhibitions to immersive cultural showcases, culinary delights, and high-level business roundtables, CBCT Fiesta invites the world to experience the richness of Nigeria — starting with Cross River State. As the heartbeat of creativity and commerce, Calabar becomes the stage where ideas meet opportunities, and traditions inspire innovation.
This is more than a fiesta; it’s a statement of Nigeria’s originality, strength, and potential.
Come explore. Come engage. Come elevate.

CBCT Fiesta 2025
 Nigeria First: The Genesis. The Future.

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CBCT Fiesta 2025

Step into a world where commerce meets creativity, and culture sparks opportunity.

CBCT Fiesta 2025 is more than an event — it's Nigeria’s boldest celebration of innovation, identity, and investment.
Hosted in the heart of Calabar, this week-long fiesta features vibrant trade exhibitions, electrifying performances, culinary competitions, immersive cultural exchanges, and strategic business networking. It’s where local meets global, tradition meets enterprise, and every participant becomes part of something extraordinary.



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Calabar CBCT Festival 2025 - Stats

Calabar Trade Fair
400+
Vendors/Exhibitors

Come trade, connect,
and grow your brand here.

Battle of the Best Dishes
200+
Contestants/Chefs

Be the first ChefCalabar.
Let your flavor lead.

Food Festival
50+
Dishes/Cuisines

Discover bold flavors.
Enjoy every bite together.

culturExchange
20+
Culture/Tribes

Share stories. Celebrate
cultures. Feel the connection.

The Calabar Business, Culture & Tourism (CBCT) Fiesta 2025 is a landmark 7-day event strategically designed to empower individuals, celebrate Cross River State’s rich cultural heritage, drive entrepreneurship, and promote social inclusion. This grand gathering will serve as a platform for economic transformation, bringing together key stakeholders from the business, cultural, and tourism sectors to foster partnerships, create opportunities, and position Cross River as a hub for innovation and growth.

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    CRS CulturExchange

    A week-long cultural exhibition showcasing the traditions, arts, fashion, and entertainment of various ethnic groups and non-indigenous communities in Cross River, promoting unity and fostering intercultural dialogue.

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    Battle of the Best Dishes

    A prestigious culinary competition that will showcase the skills of 200 young chefs, highlighting traditional cuisines and positioning Cross River as the ultimate food tourism destination.

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    Calabar Trade Exhibition

    A premier business convergence featuring hundreds of local businesses, entrepreneurs, and MSMEs displaying their products and services, fostering B2B networking, and driving commerce.

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    Calabar Bootcamp & Excursion

    A hands-on skills acquisition and vocational training program for children aged 7 to 17 years, equipping them with entrepreneurial and creative skills in various industries.

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    Calabar Business Roundtable

    Seven high-impact plenary sessions featuring renowned business leaders, investors, policymakers, and industry experts discussing strategies for economic growth, trade expansion, and investment opportunities in Cross River State.

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    BTG Awards

    A prestigious gala night celebrating and honoring individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the development of Cross River State, particularly in business, culture, tourism, and community impact.

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    CRS Food Festival

    A dynamic showcase of 50 indigenous dishes, reviving endangered recipes and celebrating the diverse culinary heritage of Cross River’s ethnic groups, including the Efik, Ejagham, Bekwarra, Boki, Yala, Yakurr, Obudu, Mbube, and Qua.

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Do you want to be a Sponsor, Partner, or Exhibitor?

CBCT Fiesta 2025 is your gateway to visibility, connection, and impact. Let’s build greatness together.
Join us today!

— Dr Delight Owoyemi
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You're in good company

Join hundreds of visionary brands, entrepreneurs, and vendors converging at this year’s Calabar Business, Culture and Tourism Fiesta. This is more than an exhibition — it’s a high-impact opportunity to position your business in front of thousands of potential customers, partners, and decision-makers. Whether you're breaking into new markets or strengthening your presence, CBCT Fiesta 2025 offers the platform to grow, connect, and lead in one of Nigeria’s most vibrant commercial and cultural hubs.

Booth Reservation

We are committed to a 7 Day Market/Brand Activation for your Brand(s)
Rules and Regulation

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Uninterrupted Power Supply

Enjoy a seamless experience powered by reliable electricity throughout the event.

Adequate Security Measures

Your safety is guaranteed with robust on-site security and emergency response teams.

Free Internet Access

Stay connected and share your experience with high-speed Wi-Fi across the venue.

Plenary & Breakout Sessions

Engage in thought-provoking discussions with leaders, innovators, and industry experts.