Events in Karatu
Festivals, markets and cultural happenings in and around Karatu
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 · 09:00 – 17:00
FC Bavois Training Camp in Karatu
Karatu Town
Swiss club FC Bavois brought its first team to Karatu for a training camp and community football project, training sessions and friendly matches with local clubs, alongside safaris in the Ngorongoro highlands.
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 · 09:00 – 16:00
Karatu Farmers & Crafts Market
Karatu Town
The weekly market returns with fresh highland produce, honey, spices, hand-carved woodwork and Maasai beadwork. Free entry, family friendly.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 · 10:00 – 18:00
Karatu Cultural Festival
Karatu Town
A three-day celebration of Iraqw, Datoga and Hadzabe culture with traditional music, dance, food stalls and craft markets in the heart of Karatu town.
Sat, 15 Aug 2026 · 08:00 – 13:00
Ngorongoro Highlands Coffee Harvest
Karatu Town
Join local estates for the annual coffee harvest, pick, pulp and roast your own beans, then taste the highland brew straight from the source.
Sun, 23 Aug 2026 · 06:30 – 15:00
Lake Eyasi Hadzabe Heritage Day
Lake Eyasi Area
Spend a day with the Hadzabe community learning traditional hunting, fire-making and gathering skills, followed by storytelling around the fire.
Sat, 29 Aug 2026 · 07:00 – 17:00
Lake Manyara Birding Weekend
Lake Manyara Area
A guided two-day birding weekend around Lake Manyara, spotting flamingos, pelicans and over 400 recorded species with expert local guides.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 · 06:00 – 11:00
Crater Rim Trail Run
Near Crater Gate
A community 10K and 21K trail run along the forested Ngorongoro crater rim. All abilities welcome, register at the Karatu sports club.
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 · 11:00 – 21:00
Taste of Karatu Food Fair
Karatu Town
Local lodges and restaurants showcase farm-to-table Tanzanian cuisine, live cooking demos and live music in a one-day food fair.