2011 Upcoming Events and Festivals in Zimbabwe
The attractive country of Zimbabwe hosts many national as well as many international events throughout the year. A huge number of International Events in Zimbabwe are organized every year. The Zimbabwe International Events are events on a major scale and are participated by thousands of countries. The International Events of Zimbabwe witness huge crowds from all over the world. The country of Zimbabwe is also known as the Republic of Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe is a landlocked country. It is situated in the southern part of Africa. Previously Zimbabwe had names such as the Republic of Rhodesia, Southern Rhodesia and Zimbabwe Rhodesia. The official language of the country is English. But the majority of the people in the country speak a native language named Shona.The most popular International Events in Zimbabwe are:
Harare Jazz Festival [April 15 - 17, 2011 (annual)]
The Harare Jazz Festival is a one day festival that took place for the first time in 2009 in Harare. The program features renowned African jazz artists who will also take part in jazz workshops a day prior to the festival. The festival proceeds benefit a charity organization and as part of its community outreach program, the festival has invited high school students to enjoy the festival experience for free.
Harare International Festival of the Arts [26 April - 1 May 2011 (annual)]
The Harare International Festival of the Arts annually presents a showcase of local, regional and international performing and visual arts. HIFA will stage a 6 day annual festival and workshop programme that showcases the very best of local, regional and international arts and culture in a comprehensive festival programme of theatre, dance, music, circus, street performance, spoken word, visual arts. HIFA has come to be seen as an important symbol of something positive about Zimbabwe, unifying socially and culturally disparate groups of Zimbabweans at a time of ideological conflict and political uncertainty bringing huge audiences together to celebrate something positive – the healing and constructive capacity of the arts.
Zimbabwe International Book Fair [Jul 2011 (annual)]
The Zimbabwe International Book Fair held at Harare Gardens is sub-Saharan Africa's leading showcase for the literary arts. The event presents a programme of talks and up to 100 participating publishers display a selection of Africa's latest titles.
Zimbabwe International Film Festival [Aug - Sep 2011 (annual)]
The ZIFF Trust is a non-profit Trust registered with the Zimbabwe National Arts Council, involved in the development of film in Zimbabwe and the Southern Africa region. The ZIFF Trust is built on a philosophy of developing trust, teamwork, relationships and creative collaboration for the benefit of film and cultural identity in Zimbabwe and the region. Over the past seven years the ZIFF Trust has established itself as a reputable film institution in the region. Two years ago, with funding from HIVOS, the Trust was enabled to purchase a property in Harare, which is now the permanent home of the Trust from which its 4 primary projects operate. These are:
Jacaranda Festival Oct 2011 (annual)
Once a beauty contest, the reborn Jacaranda Festival celebrates Harare's magnificent jacaranda trees as part of a rebranding project for the city. Art displays, a carnival and children's activities make up the event, which also raises funds for charity organizations.
When to Visit and Book for Cheap Flights:
In such popular festivals days and events the hotels in the surrounding areas are fully booked. The tickets for festivals and events are sold in advance. Reserve your tickets for this show and book cheap flights to Harare in advance in order to avoid any inconvenience. You can always call our reservation experts on 0207 993 6219 for arranging cheap flights & holidays to Harare, Bulawayo & Victoria Falls. We can arrange cheap lodges & hotels in Kariba Town mainly Carribea Bay, The Cutty Sark, and the Zambezi Valley Motel in Nyamhunga. We also specialize in tailor made holidays to Victoria Falls, Kariba & Zambezi River drive.
Harare Jazz Festival [April 15 - 17, 2011 (annual)]
The Harare Jazz Festival is a one day festival that took place for the first time in 2009 in Harare. The program features renowned African jazz artists who will also take part in jazz workshops a day prior to the festival. The festival proceeds benefit a charity organization and as part of its community outreach program, the festival has invited high school students to enjoy the festival experience for free.
Harare International Festival of the Arts [26 April - 1 May 2011 (annual)]
The Harare International Festival of the Arts annually presents a showcase of local, regional and international performing and visual arts. HIFA will stage a 6 day annual festival and workshop programme that showcases the very best of local, regional and international arts and culture in a comprehensive festival programme of theatre, dance, music, circus, street performance, spoken word, visual arts. HIFA has come to be seen as an important symbol of something positive about Zimbabwe, unifying socially and culturally disparate groups of Zimbabweans at a time of ideological conflict and political uncertainty bringing huge audiences together to celebrate something positive – the healing and constructive capacity of the arts.
Zimbabwe International Book Fair [Jul 2011 (annual)]
The Zimbabwe International Book Fair held at Harare Gardens is sub-Saharan Africa's leading showcase for the literary arts. The event presents a programme of talks and up to 100 participating publishers display a selection of Africa's latest titles.
Zimbabwe International Film Festival [Aug - Sep 2011 (annual)]
The ZIFF Trust is a non-profit Trust registered with the Zimbabwe National Arts Council, involved in the development of film in Zimbabwe and the Southern Africa region. The ZIFF Trust is built on a philosophy of developing trust, teamwork, relationships and creative collaboration for the benefit of film and cultural identity in Zimbabwe and the region. Over the past seven years the ZIFF Trust has established itself as a reputable film institution in the region. Two years ago, with funding from HIVOS, the Trust was enabled to purchase a property in Harare, which is now the permanent home of the Trust from which its 4 primary projects operate. These are:
- The Short Film Project (SFP) an initiative that identifies aspiring and established filmmakers with stories to tell, to develop their skills through the production of short films that are screened in competition at the annual film festival.
- The Film Forum (FF) the training and development arm of the Zimbabwe International Film Festival Trust.
- Outreach2Educate (O2E) incorporates programmes that aim to build larger audiences, with the vision of establishing a film culture in Zimbabwe, as well as initiatives that promote visual literacy among Zimbabweans.
- Zimbabwe International Film Festival (ZIFF) the annual two-week film festival; a non-political platform that showcases feature films, short films, documentaries and hosts a number of workshops, as well as a variety of exciting events that feature film and other artistic genres.
Jacaranda Festival Oct 2011 (annual)
Once a beauty contest, the reborn Jacaranda Festival celebrates Harare's magnificent jacaranda trees as part of a rebranding project for the city. Art displays, a carnival and children's activities make up the event, which also raises funds for charity organizations.
When to Visit and Book for Cheap Flights:
In such popular festivals days and events the hotels in the surrounding areas are fully booked. The tickets for festivals and events are sold in advance. Reserve your tickets for this show and book cheap flights to Harare in advance in order to avoid any inconvenience. You can always call our reservation experts on 0207 993 6219 for arranging cheap flights & holidays to Harare, Bulawayo & Victoria Falls. We can arrange cheap lodges & hotels in Kariba Town mainly Carribea Bay, The Cutty Sark, and the Zambezi Valley Motel in Nyamhunga. We also specialize in tailor made holidays to Victoria Falls, Kariba & Zambezi River drive.
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