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2 Days to Go: The Countdown Is On....!!!
Just 2 days left until Routes & Roots Festival 2026 brings Fort Portal alive with culture, music, tourism, food, and unforgettable experiences.
The Countdown Is On: Secure Your Tickets for Routes & Roots Festival 2026 Before They're Gone!
There’s something special about the anticipation before a great festival. The excitement. The planning. The conversations about who’s coming and what experiences await.
Beyond the Safari: Routes & Roots Festival to Showcase Uganda’s Food, Music and Cultural Heritage in Fort Portal
FORT PORTAL, UGANDA – While Uganda is celebrated globally for its mountain gorillas, wildlife safaris, and breathtaking landscapes, a growing movement is inviting travelers to discover another side of the Pearl of Africa: its people, cultures, traditions, and stories.
Fort Portal Festival Launch a Resounding Success
The official launch of the Routes & Roots Festival in Fort Portal on Friday, 9 October was a remarkable success, bringing together tourism stakeholders, cultural leaders, media, partners, and community members in a vibrant celebration of Uganda's heritage and tourism potential.
DJ Liqueur Joins Routes & Roots Festival as Official Partner
Routes & Roots Festival is excited to welcome DJ Liqueur, distributed by HNH International Distribution, as our newest festival partner.
King Joe Joins Routes & Roots Festival 2026 Lineup
Popular Ugandan entertainer King Joe has officially joined the Routes & Roots Festival 2026 artist lineup, adding even more excitement to the highly anticipated cultural celebration.
Atwooki Richie Joins Routes & Roots Festival 2026 Lineup
Cultural artist and songwriter Atwooki Richie from Fort Portal Tourism City has officially joined the Routes & Roots Festival 2026 lineup.
Iryn Hinda Joins Routes & Roots Festival Lineup
Contemporary Ugandan recording artist Iryn Hinda has officially joined the Routes & Roots Festival 2026 lineup.
Routes & Roots Festival 2026 Official Launch
The Routes & Roots Festival 2026 is set to officially launch this Friday, 9th October 2026, at 4:00 PM at Le Reve, Fort Portal.
Fort Portal Tourism City Festival Launch Set for 9 October 2026
Something rare is coming. Stay tuned.