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MISCELLANEOUS EVENTS

Sunday 19th May 2024
Ngong Racecourse
The Kenya Oaks - Ladies Day

Racing is back with the rescheduled Kenya Oaks for Ladies Day on Sunday, 19 May, 2024 from 12 PM at Ngong Racecourse.
Tickets: https://tikiti.co.ke/e/the-kenya-oaks-ladies-day
This exciting afternoon celebrating the ladies will feature fast horses and fabulous fashion - ladies be sure to select tickets at special rates. There will be something for everyone with a scrumptious selection of food and drink, a pop-up market, and family-friendly entertainment. Stay for the afterparty from 4 PM for sundowners, food, and DJ music at East Africa�s only race track.

Saturday 25th May 2024
The Edge Convention Centre
WelterWeight 4-Man K.O. Tournament

Sunday 19th May 2024
Village Market Food Court
Emilia Romana Grand Prix

Where are the f1 fanatics at? This Sunday 19th May the biggest F1 Community in Kenya will be at @the_village_market foodcourt for an afternoon of fast cars, good food and laughter. You like spirited conversations about f1? So do @pdxke. Village Market Food Court, Old Wing. Entry is FREE. Loads of food & drink options to keep the party going.

Tuesday 21st May 2024
Chemichemi Bar & Restaurant Lavington
Trivia Night

STAGE EVENTS / MOVIE / ENTERTAIMENT - click on poster to enlarge

Saturday 18th May 2024
Mageuzi Hub
Mating Call By Tessy Aura

Tessy Aura presents "Mating Call" - a sonically immersive experience of connection and intimacy. This unique event merging poetry, DJs, and live music is designed to set an intimate container in which the boundaries between the performer and the audience are blurred to create a shared story of connection and intimacy. NB: To maintain an intimate atmosphere, this event will be limited to a select number of guests. As such, tickets must be purchased in advance. No tickets will be sold at the gate.

Saturday 25th May 2024
The Dome ASK Showground
We Love R&B with Vobby V | Horace Brown | Okello Max | Sanaipei Tande

15th & 16th June 2024
Peponi House Preparatory School
Beethoven Symphonie No 9 by Nairobi Orchestra

The Nairobi Orchestra joins forces with the Nairobi Music Society Choir for a thrilling performance of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony. Don’t miss this chance to experience the power and joy of this iconic work. Also featuring Beethoven’s Romance No 2, a violin solo played Ginger Neff @ginger.neff.3 with a small orchestra and a few more musical jewels! 15th of June - 6.30 PM & 16th of June - 3 PM Peponi House Preparatory School on Farasi Lane off Lower Kabete Road. Tickets are available on www.kenyabuzz.com (link in bio).

Saturday 18th May 2024
Eugenia Park
Afro Jazz Fusion- The Jazztified Band

The Jazztified is the premier jazz fusion ensemble in East Africa. Their music encompasses various African genres, blending them with jazz, funk, Latin and soul. As well as their original music, The Jazztified are known for creatively covering well-loved classics. If you prize vocal prowess and instrumental virtuosity, The Jazztified is the band for you

Saturday 18th May 2024
Maxy's Lounge
Uganda Night Live with Mudra Viral

Sunday 26th May 2024
Braeside Theatre off Muthangari Road
9th Annual Recitals - Dancing In The Rainbow

Our highly-anticipated End-of-Year Recitals are finally here!! Join us on the 26th of May at the Braeside Theatre off Muthangari Road for a colorful day of performances from our talented students! The theme for this year is Dancing the Rainbow and our students are absolutely excited to be performing. These recitals are the perfect opportunity for students to showcase what they have been learning all year round in class. It really helps boost their confidence and develop a stage presence. For ticket information, please contact us at 0713 930 549 or email us at rosslyn@dancecentre.co.ke

Wedmesday 26th May 2024
Amphitheatre, Nairobi National Museum
Bare Session With Wyre

Saturday 18th May 2024
Levels Hotel
Nairobi Laugh Bar Presents George Waweru | Rahab Kihuha | Luke | Maginness | Vic

Saturday 18th May 2024
Alloy Bar & Lounge
Desi Rave with DJ Rihya Live | DJ Deshal | Sin Bilal Bashir | Vikash Pattni

Saturday 18th May 2024
Vineyard Ridgeways
Hadithi Fest Chapter III

23rd to 26th May 2024
Nairobi National Museum
Every Brilliant Thing

Friday 24th May 2024
The Village Market
Ballpoint Acoustics & Beats with Mutoriah

Saturday 25th May 2024
Eugenia Park (Arts & Recreation Center)
The Island

Sunday 26th May 2024
All Saints Cathedral
Awake and Build Africa Concert

The Nairobi Advent Ensemble Foundation (NAEF) is hosting the One Voice Choir from Accra-Ghana in an event dubbed Awake and Build Africa aimed at sensitizing people about the need to build a better Africa. The proceeds from the event shall be used to support the community around Kalokol in Turkana dig a bore, and get access to food for their welfare. This initiative that follows the 2019 1,000 Voices for Turkana where NAEF raised USD 10,000 for the same community.

Saturday 1st June
Bonds Garden Restaurant Upper Hilll
Qiqwetu Live Experience 2 with Papi Benga Captain Odeq | tamasha Beats Band

MARKETS & SHOPPING

Sunday 2nd June 2024
Lava Latte
Lava Latte Market

Every Sunday
Kilimani Primary School
Organic Farmers Market

Every Sunday
Nairobi Street Kitchen
Soko Sunday

Every Sunday
K1 Klub House
K1 Flea Market

Every Sunday
The Kettle House
Sunday Market - fashion | Food | Drinks | Vibes

ART EVENTS & EXHIBITIONS - click on poster to enlarge

19th to 23rd May 2024
Spinners Web Kenya Kitisuru Rd
Charity Art Exhibition by Xavier Verhoest

Your chance to see art work from some of East Africa's top artists and support a worthy cause - Animal Welfare.

14th to 30th May 2024
Alliance Francaise
The Essence - Exhibition by Anna 'ntinyari' Mwiti

Sunday 19th May 2024
Art Club
Sip & Paint

De-stress and unwind this Sunday, May 19th from 2 PM with a relaxing Sip & Paint Social at ArtClub! Calling all creative minds (or minds-to-be!), no experience needed. Just bring your bubbly spirit and we'll provide the rest. Let's get SIP-creativos!

4th to 31st May 2024
Banana Hill Art Gallery
Exhibition Unspoken Hero by Mike Kyalo

15th May to 7th June 2024
Village Market
Art Exhibition Hopeful Hues by Adam Masava and Crae

6th March to 31st May 2024
The Nairobi Gallery
Dolls Of Good Hope

23rd March to 10th June 2024
Hof Gallery Kibera
Mabaki - Solo Show Of Sudanese Artist Adlan Yousif

23rd to 26th May 2024
Village Market
Art In The Open

Join us for Art in the Open Africa Day Edition from the 23rd to the 26th of May 2024 at Village Market. Immerse yourself in a world of stunning visuals, thought-provoking concepts, and breathtaking craftsmanship from awe-inspiring paintings to captivating sculptures by artists from all across East Africa. This is a show you won’t want to miss! As always, entry is absolutely FREE!

Every Sunday
Black Samurai Lounge
Sunday Brunch

FAIRS & EXPOS IN KENYA - CONFERENCES - SUMMIT

18th & 19th May 2024
Trademark Hotel Village Market
Divalicious Popup Exhibition

With a presence in 18 cities for over 11 years the Award Winning International Exhibition DIVAlicious is back in Nairobi on 18-19 May 2024 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. Over the years DIVAlicious has been associated with brands such as Lakme and hosted fashion shows with Fashion Week designers Anita Dongre, JJ Valaya, Neeta Lulla, Falguni and Shane Peacock, Pria Kataria Puri, Anju Modi, Gaurang, Pankaj & Nidhi, Masaba, Babita Malkani, Nishka Lulla, Sonaakshi Raaj, SVA, AM : PM, Mandira Bedi and several more! Bollywood celebrities such as Sonam Kapoor, Sophie Choudhary & Neha Dhupia, Tisca Chopra & Gauahar Khan have been associated with DIVAlicious shows!

16th to 18th May 2024
Sarit Expo Centre
International Trade Show - Stationary | School & Office Supplies

Win exciting gift hampers on our morning show- 'The Morning Buzz' with Shubhrika & Prashant. Tune in from morning 7 am to 10 am and have fun, entertainment and a lot more.