Rock City Hotel in Kwahu has announced a marquee Easter celebration headlined by hip-hop and hiplife luminaries King Paluta, Reggie Rockstone, and DJs Black and Brooke Bailey, cementing its reputation as Ghana’s premier holiday destination.
The event, slated for a sold-out audience, will blend live performances, a curated pool party, and luxury accommodations against the backdrop of the Kwahu mountains.
Corporate Communications Manager Georgette Quarmyne described the gathering as a “cultural moment,” emphasizing its significance beyond mere entertainment. “With this lineup, we’re celebrating Ghanaian music’s past and present,” she said, referencing Reggie Rockstone’s iconic status as a hiplife pioneer and King Paluta’s rise as a voice of contemporary youth culture. DJ Black, renowned for his decades-spanning mixes, will share the stage with DJ Brooke Bailey, whose Afrobeat and house sets mark her debut at the venue.
Accra Brewery Limited amplifies the festivities with an Easter Pool Party featuring Shandy and Club Beer, complemented by games and live DJ sessions. The daytime event aims to balance high-energy nighttime performances with relaxed, family-friendly daytime activities.
Rock City’s rapid sell-out underscores Kwahu’s growing appeal as a holiday hub, drawing urban elites and international visitors alike. The hotel’s strategic fusion of music, luxury, and cultural programming mirrors broader trends in Ghana’s hospitality sector, where experiential offerings increasingly drive tourism. Similar events, like Kakum National Park’s canopy walks and Cape Coast’s Panafest, highlight a national push to diversify attractions beyond traditional leisure.
However, the concentration of major events in venues like Rock City raises questions about regional infrastructure. Past Kwahu Easter celebrations have strained local resources, prompting calls for improved transportation and crowd management protocols. Analysts note that while such events boost local economies, sustainable growth requires public-private investments to accommodate swelling visitor numbers.
As Ghana’s entertainment industry evolves, Rock City’s success signals a shift toward destination-centric tourism, where curated experiences outweigh standalone concerts. For attendees, the sold-out weekend promises immersion in music and landscape. For the industry, it offers a case study in balancing ambition with logistical precision.
