Rhythms On Da Runway returns November 28

Ghana’s biggest fashion and music showcase, Rhythms on Da Runway (RODR), will return on November 28, 2026, at the Palms Convention Centre for its 16th edition.

Described by the BBC as “the biggest cultural exposé in Africa”, this year’s event is themed ‘UNBOUND’, a celebration of fashion, music and individual expression without limits.

According to the organisers, the idea behind UNBOUND is simple: if fashion is made for everyone, everyone should be able to see themselves in it.

The organisers said fashion has, for years, been shaped by narrow ideas of who belongs on the runway, with certain body types, ages and abilities centred while many others are left out. UNBOUND seeks to broaden that picture.

This year’s runway will welcome people with different abilities, backgrounds, body types and personal stories. This will influence model casting, the collections, the stories told through clothing and how guests experience the event.

Beyond the runway, UNBOUND will provide opportunities for young people to learn from established designers, gain practical experience and explore careers in fashion and the wider creative industry.

It will also create space for discussions on adaptive fashion, accessible event design, talent development, mentorship and employment.

Organisers say the theme also presents opportunities for sponsors, development organisations and donors to support disability inclusion, youth training, creative enterprise and accessible experiences, helping new talent enter the industry and creating pathways into Africa’s growing Orange Economy.

The event will bring together fashion designers and music stars from Ghana and across the African diaspora, alongside live performances and celebrity models.

The evening will also feature the Black Star Awards, which will recognise public figures for their leadership, contributions to development and support for Africa’s creative economy.

Participating designers, artists, award recipients and other details of the event will be announced in the coming weeks.

Rhythms on Da Runway 2026: UNBOUND – Because You’ve Got Style.