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The essentials, straight from the CIMFEST team.
CIMFEST26 runs from 23 to 30 November 2026 across Buea and Limbe. Music Business Network is November 23-24 in Buea, the Awards are November 28, and The Wave runs November 29-30 at Mile 6 Beach, Limbe.
Use the Get Tickets button on this website. It opens the approved Cliqkets destination in a new tab.
Artist, DJ, dancer and volunteer submissions are closed for this cycle.
Yes. Some embedded forms may display in English, but the CIMFEST team accepts answers in French or English.
Open the Sponsors page to compare sponsorship and exhibition options, then send your interest to the commercial team.
Visit the Media page and complete the media accreditation form. The media desk will follow up about your request.
Choose one of 20 categories, name your nominee and verify your email. A public evidence link is optional. The top five eligible verified totals advance, including every fifth-place tie.
Email info@cimfest.com with your access needs. The team will confirm available arrangements for your visit.
Confirmed announcements appear on this website and CIMFEST's official Instagram, Facebook and TikTok accounts.
Performance submissions and participation applications closed on 10 September 2026, 23:59 WAT.

The performance submission period for artists, DJs and dancers has ended.
The performance submission period has ended.
Submissions closed
The performance submission period has ended.
Submissions closed
The performance submission period has ended.
Submissions closed
Volunteer applications are closed. Information about the other activities remains available.
The volunteer application period has ended.
Applications closed
The 48-hour build challenge is planned; applications open after the format and venue are confirmed.
View statusThe Music Business Network runs 23-24 November in Buea; speaker and attendee details will be announced by CIMFEST.
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