Ugandan artist Sqoop Larma says he is targeting Lugogo Cricket Oval for his debut concert in 2027, according to Mbu. He also plans to use his success to inspire and support street children, framing the show as both a career milestone and a community-minded project. Details such as dates, ticketing and organisers were not disclosed.

Ugandan musician Kenneth Mugabi will celebrate ten years since the release of his song Kibun'omu with a concert this Saturday, September 12, at the Ndere Cultural Centre, according to Matooke Republic. The event, held in partnership with V&A Sherry, is billed as a night bringing together the music, memories and fans who have followed his journey since the track first introduced many listeners to his distinctive sound.

Vibez Nzuri, a music event held on Saturday 5 September 2026 at Gazebo in Najjera, Kampala, drew music lovers, young creatives and partygoers for an afternoon of music, games and drinks, according to CampusBee. The event, sponsored by Captain Morgan, showcased Kampala's emerging music acts and drew a strong youthful turnout despite the September heat, the outlet reported.

The third edition of the Kampala Writes LitFest took place at the Uganda National Cultural Centre (National Theatre) from August 28 to 30, 2026, drawing writers, editors, and cultural figures. Alongside the main festival, Nairobi-based publisher eKitabu hosted a separate gathering on the evening of August 29, bringing together a selected group of literary and cultural leaders for off-stage discussions, according to BigEye. The event highlighted Kampala's growing literary scene and regional publishing connections.

The Miss Tourism Uganda 2026 grand finale at Serena Hotel Kampala featured a moment of remembrance amid the glamour of the cultural showcase. According to Sqoop, contestants from the Tooro sub-region took part in a tribute to King Oyo, temporarily shifting the mood from celebration to reflection. The event brought together beauty and tourism hopefuls from across Uganda for one of the country's biggest cultural pageants, with the tribute adding an emotional dimension to the evening.

The Uganda International Fashion Week returned on September 5, 2026, with a grand finale gala at Kampala Serena Hotel, six years after its last edition. According to Matooke Republic, the event brought together local and international designers, fashion enthusiasts, creatives and industry players from Uganda, East Africa and beyond, who took to the runway under the event's theme.