The Lake is Calling: Korenti Returns to Bishoftu This Weekend

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If you have been waiting for the right excuse to escape the city, this is it.

Korenti—one of Ethiopia’s pioneering electronic music festivals—is back at Kuriftu Resorts Bishoftu for a two-day residency, starting today, January 31, and continuing through tomorrow, February 1, 2026.

For the uninitiated, Korenti isn’t just a party; it’s a mood. It is where the frenetic energy of Addis Ababa’s nightlife meets the stillness of the Rift Valley. The theme for this edition, "Let’s go back to the Lake," signals a return to roots—open air, water, and a soundscape that usually blends Afro-house, techno, and deep electronic cuts.

What You Need to Know:

When: Today & Tomorrow (Jan 31 – Feb 1, 2026)

Where: Kuriftu Resorts, Bishoftu (Debre Zeyit)

The Vibe: Electronic music, cultural programming, and community art.

Why Go: Because listening to a deep house set while the sun dips behind Lake Bishoftu is a singular Ethiopian experience.

If you are in Addis, the drive is short, but the shift in atmosphere is total. Grab a ticket, find a shuttle, and we’ll see you by the water.