An annual living archive.
As Mbeere Cultural Festival we archive, research, capacity build, hone skills, disseminate knowledge, catapult talent, and, of course, we have fun.
The Gourd
The gourd was an everyday culinary tool—used to fetch water, store drinks and brews, and, when split into calabashes, serve food. At the festival, it comes alive through an authentic taste of Mbeere traditional cuisine.
Explore HeritageThe Drum
From folksongs and folk dances to traditional drums and chants, we bring Mbeere's rhythmic heritage to life through sound, movement and celebration.
Experience SoundThe Shield
The shield speaks to protection, identity and ingenuity. Our artefacts tell stories of security, farming, performance, food, adornment and everyday Mbeere life.
Discover IdentityThe Baobab
Rooted in the landscapes of Mbeere, the baobab is a symbol of resilience, sustainability and living heritage—a reminder that when the land thrives, culture lives.
Learn StrategyThe Microphone
Culture evolves. From live bands and contemporary music to spoken word and new creative forms, we celebrate today's voices inspired by our heritage.
Get TicketsThe Gourd
Our Culinary Experience
The Drum
Our Rhythm
The Shield
Our Artefacts
The Baobab
Our Environment
The Microphone
Our Contemporary Expression
The Vision
To become a leading cultural institution preserving, archiving, celebrating and transforming Mbeere heritage into a vibrant driver of identity, education, tourism and sustainable community development.
The Mission
To preserve, promote, document and celebrate Mbeere cultural heritage through festivals, research, education, technology, creative arts, partnerships and community participation.
Culture has a team.
Directors, producers, designers, communicators and coordinators turn heritage into an experience that feels human, contemporary and unmistakably Mbeere.
VM Vincent Murimi
Founder & Director
MC MIGAN CHEROTICH
Partnerships Director
J.K Jake E. Kuria
Head of Production
JM Josphat Mwema
Head of Operations
FK Fridah Karimi
Communications & PR
WK Kagendo Mwaniki
Events Designer
FN Felix Nyaga
Program Co-Ordinator
PN Purity Nyakio
HR
JK Joshua Kariuki
Media & CoverageWear the Heritage
Official Mbeere Festival 2026 merchandise. Authentically made for the archive, the dance floor and everyday life.
