LAGOS, NIGERIA — The third edition of the GymFest Championship will hold in Lekki, Lagos on November 7, 2026. Organisers announced the date on Tuesday.
GymFest is Africa’s premier gymnastics competition. It brings together top gymnasts from across the continent. The event is designed to promote the sport and showcase African talent.
Event Details
The championship will take place at a venue in Lekki. Organisers said the venue will be announced soon. The event will feature several categories. These include artistic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, and tumbling.
Registration for the championship is now open. Gymnasts from across Africa are invited to apply. Organisers said interested participants should visit the GymFest website for details.
What to Expect
The event will feature top gymnasts from Nigeria and other African countries. There will be competitions in different age groups. These range from junior to senior categories.
Organisers said this year’s edition will be bigger than previous ones. They said more countries have indicated interest in participating. The prize money has also been increased.
“We are excited to bring GymFest back to Lagos. This year’s edition will be the biggest yet. We have more participants, more countries, and better prizes,” an organiser said.
Previous Editions
The first edition of GymFest was held in 2024. It took place in Lagos. The second edition was held in 2025. It also took place in Lagos. Both events were successful. They attracted gymnasts from several African countries.
The championship has helped to raise the profile of gymnastics in Nigeria. It has also provided a platform for young gymnasts to showcase their talent.
What This Means
GymFest is an important event for African gymnastics. It provides a platform for athletes to compete at a high level. It also helps to develop the sport across the continent.
For Nigeria, the event is an opportunity to showcase its talent and hospitality. It also brings economic benefits. Hotels, restaurants, and other businesses will benefit from the influx of visitors.
What Happens Next
Organisers said more details about the event will be released in the coming weeks. These include the full list of participants, the competition schedule, and ticketing information.
Gymnasts interested in participating should register early. Spaces are limited. For now, the countdown to November 7 has begun.
