The Damba festival is categorized into three main festivals, namely:
a. Somo Damba
b. Naa Damba
c. Belkusi Damba

It is celebrated under the lunar calendar by the people of Dagbon, Mamprugu, Gonja, Mamprugui, Nanumba and Mamprusis.

The main venue of the celebration is Bawku and its environs. It is held between the months of July and August.

The significance of the festival is to commemorate the birthday of the Holy Prophet of Islam.

Activities include prayers and fasting and procession of people on horseback, amidst drumming and dancing.