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Meskel Square, Addis Ababa · Every September
Meskel in Addis Ababa
A giant pyre of branches and yellow daisies is lit at dusk in front of a hundred thousand chanting people.
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What happens when you set this watch
We track every fare from your airport into Addis Ababa for September 25 to 28, 2027, round trips of 3 to 8 nights, across every airline. The moment one drops, you get one email with the dates, the price and a link to book. Free, and you can stop any time.
Know before you go
- Get a seat in the stands early in the afternoon; the square fills hours before dusk.
- Late September is the end of the rains and the beginning of the clear season.
- Bole airport is 15 minutes from Meskel Square; walk in on the evening, as roads around the square are closed.
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