Sol Fest just did that. A whole year early, they’ve officially unveiled the December 2026 edition, giving die-hard fans the ultimate head start to secure their place.
You asked for a Christmas gift… ndiyo hii.
But legends know gifts are opened on Boxing Day — and at 12:00 noon, Sol Fest is unboxing something special.
A Boxing Day gift straight to the fans!
The demand was loud. The comments were louder. The FOMO? Unreal.
And Sol Fest listened.
“We saw the comments, we felt the FOMO, and we’re giving in”
Because of overwhelming demand, the Solfest 2026 Die Hard drop is officially LIVE
Both Regular and VIP Die Hard tickets are now available.
You wanted it ASAP — here it is. Don’t blink or you’ll miss it.
The fans have spoken.
Tuonane Mbele!
Sol Fest made a thunderous return — and this time, it came wrapped in nostalgia, pride, and pure Kenyan musical magic.
Uhuru Gardens transformed into a living archive of Kenyan sound as hundreds of music lovers gathered to celebrate five years of Sol Fest, a festival that has grown into a cultural movement. Over two electrifying days, Friday and Saturday, generations collided in song, memory, and rhythm at one of the country’s most anticipated live music experiences.
This year’s edition wasn’t just a concert — it was a homecoming.
A Love Letter to Kenyan Music
The 2025 Sol Fest honoured Kenya’s rich musical legacy while boldly ushering in the next wave of stars shaping the future.
Carefully curated into three powerful segments, the festival flowed seamlessly from old-school classics, to Afro-pop performances backed by live bands, and finally to new-school artistes, creating an emotional journey that kept fans locked in from start to finish.
When Sanaipei Tande and Jua Cali reunited on stage to perform Kwaheri, the crowd erupted. Voices rose in unison, phones lit the sky, and for a few minutes, time stood still. It was one of those moments — the kind you feel in your chest long after the music fades.
Then came a performance that hit even deeper.
Honouring a Legend
Nameless took to the stage alongside Habib, the brother of the late E-Sir, to perform Boomba Train. The tribute sent waves of emotion through the crowd, transporting fans back to the golden era of Ogopa Deejays, while honouring E-Sir’s enduring legacy — a star whose light continues to shine decades after his life was tragically cut short in 2003.
As the echoes of the past blended into the present, Lyrikali joined Nameless on stage, perfectly capturing Sol Fest’s heartbeat: bridging generations through music.
Energy, Fire and New-School Dominance
Dancehall star Kabudaa Bazuu kicked the energy up several notches with explosive choreography and infectious rhythms, setting the tone for the night early on.
Later, Bien and Khaligraph Jones sent Uhuru Gardens into absolute chaos with their hit collaboration Yes Bana. Khaligraph — the self-proclaimed OG — followed up with Mbona, reminding everyone why he remains a towering force in Kenyan hip-hop.
One of the night’s most electric moments came courtesy of Toxic Lyrikali, whose performance of Backbencher had fans singing word for word as energy levels peaked across the venue.
More Than a Festival
Founded by Sauti Sol, Sol Fest continues to stand tall as Kenya’s premier music festival — a platform built to celebrate African talent on a global stage following the group’s decision to pursue individual careers.
Five years on, Sol Fest isn’t just marking time — it’s making history.
