By Peter Akpah.
Jos, Plateau State – The Jos Family Christmas Festival 3.0 will return this December, offering residents and visitors a ten‑day programme of entertainment, sport and cultural activities from 21 to 31 December at the venue beside the Air Force Base on Jonah Jang Way.
Organisers have designed the event to “Experience the Magic. Discover the Plateau,” inviting families, friends and tourists to enjoy a diverse schedule that includes:
– Jos Family Fitness Festival
– Runway Cocktail
– Primary and Secondary School Essay Competition
– Little Miss Tourism pageant
– Incredible Music Festival
– Drive‑in Cinema
– Music‑and‑Basketball showcase
– Festival Float parade
– A Guinness World Record attempt for the longest painting
– Weekend Variety Night
The festival is supported by leading brands such as Milo, Keystone Bank, Glo, Chivita Active, MTN, Samsung, Infinix, Oppo and several other partners, ensuring a blend of high‑quality entertainment, cultural expression and creative engagement for all ages.
Mayor of Jos and the festival steering committee encourage residents to mark their calendars and join in the celebrations, which aim to showcase the beauty, heritage and hospitality of Plateau State while fostering community cohesion during the festive season.
The Jos Family Christmas Festival 3.0 promises a memorable end‑of‑year experience, combining music, sport, art and family‑friendly activities in a vibrant atmosphere that reflects the spirit of the season.

