FITMO Ouagadougou

Festival International de Theatre et de Marionnettes de Ouagadougou

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MusicOuagadougou
DatesDates TBACheck locally before booking
DurationAnnualEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLive music, late nightsFITMO's puppetry focus is unusual among
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: XOF
CategoryMusicFestival type
The story

FITMO Ouagadougou in Ouagadougou

FITMO is Ouagadougou's biennial theatre and puppetry festival, founded in 1989 and based at the Gambidi cultural space, staging professional productions from across Francophone Africa alongside dance, storytelling, and visual arts since its 2007 expansion. Recent editions have run joint programming alongside the Rendez-Vous Chez Nous performing arts festival, extending its reach without diluting its founding focus on staged performance traditions.

Jean-Pierre Guingane launched what became FITMO in Ouagadougou in 1989, and the festival adopted its current puppet-and-theatre name in 1994 after opening to marionette performance a few years into its run.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

FITMO's puppetry focus is unusual among Burkina Faso's major arts events, and its Gambidi cultural-space base gives it a more intimate, single-venue character than citywide festivals

02

The mystery stays covered

Since 2017, individual editions have extended stages into Mali, Cote d'Ivoire, Togo, and Niger, giving it a regional footprint beyond a single host city

03

The city starts moving

Gambidi began as a Burkinabe theatre troupe's own performance space before growing into an international festival host, giving FITMO an artist-led identity distinct from festivals built around touring circuits, and recent editions have paired its program with the Rendez-Vous Chez Nous festival

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

Symbols

Custom

FITMO Ouagadougou is documented as a recurring music festival in the Eventisimus atlas.

Participation

Calendar

Some moments are open to visitors; others belong to local participants. Follow barriers, steward instructions, and local etiquette.

Place memory

Place

The strongest version of the event is the one tied to Ouagadougou, not a generic copy of the same category elsewhere.

The local code

Meaning

FITMO's puppetry focus is unusual among Burkina Faso's major arts events, and its Gambidi cultural-space base gives it a more intimate, single-venue...

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA

Getting around

Stay close enough to the part of Ouagadougou you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.

What to wear

Smart-casual theatre attire; indoor seated performances mean no need for standing-friendly gear, but bring a light layer since Gambidi's halls can run cool in the evening.

Safety

Keep phone power, water, and a clear meeting point sorted before the main crowd arrives.

Where to stay

For busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after FITMO Ouagadougou does not become the hardest part.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

XOF

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map12.37 N, 1.53 WOpen in Google Maps

Ouagadougou, Centre, Burkina Faso

Nearest airportOUA — Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara
TransportStay close enough to the part of Ouagadougou you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.
Stay areaFor busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after FITMO Ouagadougou does not become the hardest part.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Ouagadougou via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Ouagadougou, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for festival season.Compare faresFestival gearSmart-casual theatre attire; indoor seated performances mean no need for standing-friendly gear, but bring a light layer since Gambidi's halls can run cool in the evening.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Burkina Faso and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is FITMO Ouagadougou?

FITMO Ouagadougou is listed for Dates to be announced. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does FITMO Ouagadougou take place?

The festival is listed in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Annual is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Ouagadougou, Centre, Burkina Faso

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLgambidi.net
Organizer accessAre you the organizer? Claim this listing →
SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA
Source statusOfficial source linked
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