Festivals & events
Hogbetsotso Festival 2026: Getting to Anloga by Car
Quick answer: the Grand Durbar of Hogbetsotso Za 2026 is on Saturday 7 November 2026 at the Awoamefia Sri III Astro Turf Park in Anloga, Volta Region, according to the programme announced by the Anlo Traditional Council and reported by the Ghana News Agency. If you're going from Accra, book a car or a driver early, plan to arrive the day before, and agree the return time in writing.
What is Hogbetsotso?
Hogbetsotso Za is the festival of the Anlo people. The Planning Committee describes it as a celebration of Anlo history, culture and unity that commemorates the migration from Notsé (in present-day Togo) to their present homeland. The 2026 theme is "Anlo, Our Heritage and Our Values; Striving to Build One Ghana for Better Tomorrow."
Hogbetsotso 2026 dates
These are the dates from the official programme as reported by the Ghana News Agency on 2 October 2026:
| Date | Event | Place |
|---|---|---|
| 17 October 2026 | Mini-Hogbetsotso Za | Blamezado |
| 2 November 2026 | Traditional clean-up (Dordede) | All Anlo communities |
| 4 November 2026 | Basic Schools' Hogbetsotso Za | Anloga |
| 5 November 2026 | Reconciliation rites (Nugbidodo) | Anloga |
| 6 November 2026 | Health walk, the Awoamefia sits in state, Glimetoto (free to watch) | KETABUSCO Junction to Emancipation Beach; Anloga |
| 7 November 2026 | Grand Durbar | Awoamefia Sri III Astro Turf Park, Anloga |
Ghana Weekend reported that Stonebwoy is billed to perform at the grand durbar. Programmes can change, so check local news in the week before you travel. The 2027 dates hadn't been announced when we checked.
Getting to Anloga
Anloga is on the coast of the Volta Region, near Keta, east of Accra. Our Accra to the Volta Region by car guide covers the road east from Accra, and the Accra to Aflao guide covers the coastal route towards the Togo border.
- Go the day before. Durbars start in the morning, and roads into a festival town fill up early.
- Book a driver if you can. A local driver knows where to drop you and where to wait. See car rental with a driver.
- Self-drive: agree in writing whether the firm allows the trip to the Volta Region and how far you can drive. See self-drive car rental.
- Groups: for a family or office group, a minibus with a driver is often simpler than two cars. See bus and minibus hire in Accra.
- Local firms: compare firms in the Volta Region and Ho.
Tips for the day
- Agree the full price, the hours and who pays for fuel before you set off, and keep it in writing.
- Never pay a deposit to someone you can't verify. Read how to avoid car hire scams in Ghana.
- Follow instructions from police and festival marshals on parking and road closures.
Frequently asked questions
When is Hogbetsotso 2026?
The grand durbar is on Saturday 7 November 2026 in Anloga. Other programme events run from September to 6 November 2026.
Where is the Hogbetsotso grand durbar held?
At the Awoamefia Sri III Astro Turf Park in Anloga, Volta Region, according to the 2026 programme.
Can I hire a car with a driver from Accra for Hogbetsotso?
Yes. Many firms listed on GhanaCarHire offer a car with a driver. Contact them directly, and agree the price, the hours and fuel in writing.
Sources
- Chiefs, people of Anlo hold Hogbetsotso Za 2026 media launch (2 Oct 2026) (Ghana News Agency)
- Stonebwoy to perform at Hogbetsotso grand durbar on November 7 (13 Oct 2026) (Ghana Weekend)
Last checked: 20 October 2026. Rules, prices and advice change, so recheck official sources before you travel.
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Photo: Fquasie, CC BY-SA 4.0
