Ndere Cultural Centre in Ntinda, Kampala: Tickets, Hours and Family Guide
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Uganda's premier traditional performing arts venue in Ntinda, Kampala, with a three-hour show of dance, music and storytelling from across the country.
What is Ndere Cultural Centre?
Ndere Cultural Centre in Ntinda, Kampala, is home to the Ndere Troupe, Uganda's first professional traditional music and dance company, founded in 1986 and moved to its 9-acre site in 2003. The centre runs live performances every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday evening in a 700-seat open-air amphitheatre.
Each show runs about three hours and features dances, music and storytelling from Uganda's many cultural groups, introduced by an emcee who explains the context between sets. The Sunday show is the biggest and most family-oriented, and an optional buffet dinner and barbecue is served before the performance.
The Ndere Troupe preserves and performs traditional music and dance from Uganda's cultural groups and tours internationally.
Ndere Cultural Centre ticket prices 2026
| Visitor type | Adult | Child (3-12) | Toddler |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya / East African resident | UGX 55,000 | UGX 30,000 | Free |
| Non-resident | UGX 95 | UGX 30 | Free |
International adults UGX 95,000, Ugandan adults UGX 55,000 and children aged 3-12 UGX 30,000 regardless of nationality; under-3s free. The optional buffet dinner and barbecue costs UGX 60,000.
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- Sunday is the family show The biggest performance and the most children in the audience
- Book ahead The amphitheatre fills on Sundays
- Eat before The buffet dinner starts before the show
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Okay | Loud drumming; bring ear protection if sensitive |
| 3-5 years | Good | Colourful dances and drumming |
| 6-9 years | Great | Acrobatics and audience participation |
| 10-12 years | Great | The full three-hour show |
| 13+ years | Great | Dance, music and storytelling |
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Key details
- Address
- Ndere Cultural Centre, Kisasi Road, Ntinda, Kampala, Kampala
- Opening hours
- Shows Wednesday and Friday at 7pm, Sunday at 6pm Closed now
- How long to plan
- 3 hours
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Book tickets in advance, especially for the Sunday show
- Payment accepted
- Cash, card and mobile money at the entrance
What to expect when you visit
Arrive early for the buffet dinner, then take your seat in the open-air amphitheatre. The show runs about three hours, with dances and music from different regions introduced by the emcee.
Children tend to love the drumming, the acrobatics and the audience participation. Bring a light layer for the evening, as the amphitheatre is open to the sky.
What if...?
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Is the show suitable for children?
Yes, especially the Sunday show, which is the most family-oriented.
Do we need to book?
Yes, especially for Sundays.
Is dinner included?
No, the buffet is an optional extra at UGX 60,000.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Keep children seated during the performance, and hold hands on the steps in the dark.
Tickets and costs
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Live performances, buffet dinner, cultural workshops
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Uganda Museum
- Uganda National Mosque
- Baha'i Temple
- What to bring
- Light jacket
- camera
- cash for dinner
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to visit Ndere Cultural Centre?
- Kenya and East African resident adults pay UGX 55,000 and resident children (ages 3-12) pay UGX 30,000. Non-resident adults pay UGX 95 and non-resident children pay UGX 30. Children under the toddler age enter free. International adults UGX 95,000, Ugandan adults UGX 55,000 and children aged 3-12 UGX 30,000 regardless of nationality; under-3s free. The optional buffet dinner and barbecue costs UGX 60,000.
- What are the Ndere Cultural Centre opening hours?
- Shows Wednesday and Friday at 7pm, Sunday at 6pm.
- How long do you need at Ndere Cultural Centre?
- Plan for 3 hours.
- What payment methods does Ndere Cultural Centre accept?
- Ndere Cultural Centre accepts Cash, card and mobile money at the entrance. It does not accept cash.
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