A series of cultural and community events are planned for Mayotte in October 2026, including the Maoré Jazz festival, a solidarity walk for breast cancer awareness known as Octobre Rose, and the 12th edition of the Summit of Cultures of the North. These events aim to promote local culture, raise awareness about health issues, and foster community engagement. The Maoré Jazz festival will feature performances by several local and regional artists, including MAORE SOUL JAZZ BAND (Mayotte), KARIBU CORAZON (Mayotte), &FUSION (Paris), TRIFINITY SOUL (Madagascar), BOB KIRA & MAILYS (Mayotte), COLLEGE ZENA M’DERE (Mayotte), and PEFOU ORCHESTRA (the Fanfare of Mayotte). The festival will take place at Chez Cousin Mamoudzou Beuf and Place des Congrès à Pamandzi. The 12th edition of the Summit of Cultures of the North will be held on October 10, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on the beach of Mtsangadoua. This event will highlight local artisans and their crafts, with cultural animations, traditional performances, a walk from the beach to Fassi Fanou, and culinary workshops. The event is free and open to the public, offering a day of cultural exchange and community participation. The Octobre Rose solidarity walk for breast cancer awareness will take place on October 10, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM from the parking lot of the town hall in Mtsamboro. Participants are encouraged to wear pink to show support for breast cancer prevention and solidarity. The same day will also see the Carnaval Rose event in Mzouazia, starting at 8:00 AM, followed by activities in Bambo Ouest, including a health village focused on prevention, information, and solidarity. On October 10, 2026, the 4th edition of the Carnival of Identity and Culture of Mamoudzou will be held with the theme "Time of war, time of peace." The parade will start at 2:00 PM from the MJC de M’tsapéré and end at 4:00 PM on Place Zakia Madi. The event will feature groups representing various military themes and will include performances and cultural activities until 6:30 PM. The new cultural season at the Chirongui Cultural Pole will also begin on October 10, 2026, from 3:45 PM, featuring activities for children, traditional games, music, dance, and performances by local associations and artists.