Nathaniel Bassey Announces February 2026 Hallelujah Festival Following Powerful October Edition
Nathaniel Bassey Announces February 2026 Hallelujah Festival Following Powerful October Edition. The Hallelujah Festival wrapped up its October 2025 edition on a powerful high, leaving thousands on ground and millions online calling it a truly unforgettable experience.

As the grand culmination of the globally celebrated Hallelujah Challenge led by Nigerian gospel minister and worship leader Pastor Nathaniel Bassey, the festival delivered moments marked by passionate praise, deep worship, spiritual encounters, and stirring testimonies of changed lives.
Serving as the final gathering after weeks of dedicated online prayer and praise sessions, the 2025 edition attracted an overwhelming crowd in Lagos, with several reports pointing to the Police College Grounds in Ikeja as the host venue for the November climax. Even persistent rainfall failed to dampen the atmosphere. Worshippers stood firm under umbrellas and makeshift cover, united by a shared hunger for the presence of God and a collective voice lifted in adoration.
Across social media and personal accounts, attendees shared testimonies of healings, breakthroughs, renewed faith, and life-changing encounters. The movement recorded remarkable numbers of conversions, reinforcing its reputation as a space where sincere worship leads to real transformation. Pastor Bassey, alongside guest ministers, guided the night through what many described as a rich feast of praise, weaving together powerful music, intense intercession, and moments of holy stillness.
With the echoes of October still fresh, attention has already shifted to what lies ahead. Pastor Nathaniel Bassey has officially announced the next chapter, the February 2026 Hallelujah Festival.
Save the date:
- Date: Friday, 27 February 2026
- Venue: Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos
- Time: 8:00 PM till dawn
For the first time, the festival will take place at Tafawa Balewa Square, one of Lagos Island’s most iconic open-air venues. The move reflects the rapid growth of the Hallelujah Festival, expanding beyond previous locations to accommodate the ever-increasing number of worshippers arriving from across Nigeria and the diaspora.
The February gathering will crown the next Hallelujah Challenge season, a multi-week nightly online praise experience, with an all-night celebration expected to overflow with worship, miracles, and shared joy.
