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Thursday 19th March	Thursday 19th March	Thursday 19th March	Thursday 19th March	Thursday 19th March

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Saturday 21st March	Saturday 21st March

Saturday 28th March

MISCELLANEOUS EVENTS

Tuesday 24th March 2026
Big Smoke Ngong Rd Karen
Smokin' Smat Quiz Night

Sunday 22nd March 2026
Ngong Racecourse
Civil Service Gold Cup

The Civil Service Gold Cup is on Sunday, 22 March 2026 between 12 PM and 4:30 PM at Ngong Racecourse.
Don't miss an exciting afternoon at East Africa's only horse racing track, featuring a wide selecti food and drink, Nairobi's best fashion, a curated pop-up market, and family-friendly entertainment. Stay for sundowners and more directly after the races at The Afterparty.
Tickets: https://tikiti.co.ke/e/civil-service-gold-cup
Note:
* Dress code - Smart Casual
* All student ticket holders must show physical student ID
* Tikiti tickets valid until 4:30 PM on race day
* No pets allowed
* No outside food / drink permitted

STAGE / MOVIE / ENTERTAINMENT - click on poster to enlarge

Friday 20th March 2026
Nairobi Grace Chapel Marurui
Uvumba Live Recordking

18th & 21st March 2026
Braeburn Garden Estata
The Crucible by Arthur Miller - Directed by Mercy Muriuki

Saturday 21st March 2026
KODA Kenrail Towers
Sounds Of The East Presents jay Fase | Avocado The DJ | Kamushez | Lemi | L3Mayian

Sounds of the East arrives at KODA for a night rooted in ritual, rhythm, and deep listening. At the centre of this experience is Jay Fase, an artist whose work transcends the physical and the spiritual. With years of production experience and releases supported by Keinemusik, Bedouin, and Black Coffee, Jay Fase’s music blends tribal percussion, hypnotic grooves, and spacious house textures. Each set is designed not for distraction, but for immersion. His performances unfold patiently, drawing the audience into a shared pulse where time softens and movement becomes instinctual.

26th to 29th March 2026
Kenya National Theatre
Mgonjwa Mwitu - A Comedy Play

Friday 20th March 2026
Jalaram Temple Varia Hall
Bajan Jamming with hardik Paun | Pritam | Vipul Nagnesia | Nitin Varasani

Devotion is evolving, and so is the way it’s experienced. What makes Bhajan Jamming different is its vibe: It’s not just about sitting and listening, it’s about participation. Clapping, singing along, feeling the music, and reconnecting with culture in a way that feels alive and relevant. On 20th March 2026, Bhajan Jamming 2026 - presented by Bhakti Marga and organised by SFA Events - returns to Shree Jalaram Mandir’s Varia Hall at 7:30 PM, bringing together faith, live music, and a new wave of energy that speaks to all generations, especially today’s youth. For many Gen Z attendees, this event represents something deeper: rediscovering heritage through live performance, finding community beyond screens, and experiencing spirituality in a modern, high-energy format.

Saturday 21st March 2026
Country Amusement Home Karen
Country Music Hangout with Thee Grandpa

Quick one. Reserve this day and come join the community. The room is filling up with people who love good music, great conversations, and powerful connections. The kind of evening people talk about the next day wishing they had shown up.

MARKETS & SHOPPING

Sunday 5th April 2026
Nairobi Street Kitchen
Nairobi Market Brunch

Every Sunday
K1 Klub House
K1 Flea Market

Every Friday
Village Market
Maasai Market

Every Tuesday & Wednesday
Westgate Shopping Center
Maasai Market

We are coming back again bigger and better from 6th Jan, 2026. Add a touch of heritage to your style. Shop the Maasai Market at Westgate.

Every Saturday
KSPCA Langata Rd
KSPCA Market

Saturday 21st March 2026
National Museum Of Kenya Kipande Rd
Kenya Museum Society Pop Up Market

Every Sunday
Yaya Centre Argwings Kodhek Rd Rooftop Parking
Maasai Market

Your Sundays just got brighter at the Yaya Maasai Market! Wander through rows of stunning beadwork, chic handmade jewellery, bold fabric prints, art, crafts, and one-of-a-kind pieces you won�t find anywhere else. Meet the artisans, shop local, and experience a marketplace full of life, colour, and creativity. Whether you�re gifting, decorating, or treating yourself - the perfect find is waiting for you every Sunday at Yaya. #ygoanywhereelse? #yayacentre #masaimarket #sundays

ART EVENTS & EXHIBITIONS - click on poster to enlarge

6th to 26th March
Shah Houses 600 Ngara Rd
Carissimo Pinocchio - Italian Designers And Graphic Designers Reinvent The Most Famous Puppet In The World

15th Feb. to 13th June 2026
Karen Village Ngong Rd
Art Competition

SUBMIT YOUR ENTRIES VIA EMAIL TO: MANAGEMENT@KAREN-VILLAGE.COM
Present a single piece of artwork Offer an explanation and analysis of itShare a brief biography of no more than 15 words about yourself. PRIZES TO BE WON: Paid Supply of Art Material. Art Exhibition at Karen Village Residency at Karen Village 1865 Meal VoucherTop 12 entries to be in the Calender. WINNER TO BE ANNOUNCED ON 30TH AUG 2026.

Every Saturday
Karen Village Ngong Rd
Sip And Graffiti

19th February to 5th April 2026
Rosslyn Riviera Mall
Michael Armitage | maria Lassing | Chelenge Van Rampelberg

Every Sunday
Levels Stalls Lavington
Wah Gwaan Nairobi Sunday Brunch

Join us for the ultimate Jamaican-style Sunday Brunch in Nairobi at Levels Stalls, Kingara Road, Lavington, from 12:00 PM to 7 PM - every Sunday! Send us a WhatsApp message once you buy your ticket.