Lagoon terrace · 06
Getting there.
The Collective Grounds sit on the Victoria Island waterfront. Come by road, by boat or by shuttle, and leave time for the evening traffic.
The Grounds
The whole site at a glance.
Every building on this map opens its page.
- 01Box officeDay passes, seats and the season pass. Collect wristbands here.
- 02The PavilionThe main runway. Fifteen shows across four evenings.
- 03Designers' RowTwelve designers, twelve showrooms. Meet the lineup.
- 04The CourtyardThe pop-up market: 24 stalls of clothes, leather and beads.
- 05Talks tentAfternoon conversations on making, selling and wearing.
- 06Lagoon terraceFood, shade and the way in by road or by boat.
- 07Press roomAccreditation, images and interviews.
- 08The StudioDesigners apply for next season here.
- 09Collective HouseWho we are and how the Collective began.
Arriving
Three ways in.
By car or ride-hailing
Drop-off at the gate on Waterside Road. Traffic builds from 4pm, so aim to arrive by 4:30pm for a 5pm show.
By shuttle
Free shuttles every 20 minutes from a partner car park on Ahmadu Bello Way, from 3pm to 11:30pm (example).
By boat
Water taxis from Lekki and Ikoyi jetties land at the terrace pier, with life jackets for every seat.
On the terrace
Food, shade and somewhere to sit.
Eight Lagos kitchens serve small chops, suya, jollof and grills between the shows, with zobo, fresh juices and coffee. Card and transfer everywhere.
- Shaded seating for 400
- Prayer room and quiet room
- Water stations, free refills
- First aid point by the gate
Access and safety
Everyone should enjoy the night.
Step free
Ramps to the Pavilion, the terrace and the Courtyard. Accessible toilets at both ends of the site.
Security
Bag checks at the gate. Small bags only into the Pavilion.
Power
The site runs on its own generators and solar, so shows do not stop when the grid does.
Questions
Visiting.
What should I wear?
Whatever makes you feel good. Comfortable shoes help on the gravel paths.
Is there parking?
Limited parking on site for blue badge holders. Everyone else should use the shuttle.
What time does it end?
The terrace closes at 11pm. The last shuttle leaves at 11:30pm.