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29th to 30th August 2026
Nairobi Polo Club
Captain's Prize

Sunday 30th August 2026
Karura Forest
Friends of Karura Race Series - Season 2

In partnership with Friends of Karura and Team Jasho, we are excited to bring you the Friends of Karura Race Series. Usually held on the third or fourth Sunday of each month, this 5km/10km series is the ideal way to stay motivated and connect with other runners.

Saturday 29th August 2026
The Mall Rooftop Westlands
Jaegermeister Nairobi Skate Jam 3.0

Jaegermeister Kenya
Nairobi skaters, we're so back! Skate Jam 3.0 is rolling in with the heat on 29 August 2026 - look forward to epic skate battles, gifts, cash prizes, ice-cold shots, affordable cocktails and dope DJs to soundtrack the vibes! City& Local Guides. Entry is free for any skaters that come with boards and all @skateboardingsocietyofkenya, otherwise, grab your ticket.

Saturday 29th August 2026
The Edge Convention Centre
Denri Africa Runway 2026

The second edition is about to be louder, bolder, and dripping in style! This isn't just a fashion show. its a statement. A whole experience. A night where confidence walks, fashion speaks, and every look owns the spotlight. Expect sharp silhouettes, bold details, and that unmistakable Denri energy that turns heads before the first step even lands. If you missed the first one, this is your second chance to see why everyone was talking. If you were ther. You already know what's coming.

STAGE / MOVIE / ENTERTAINMENT - click on poster to enlarge

28th & 29th August 2026
Braeburn Theatre Gitanga Rd
The Boy

Some Stories Are Too Heavy To Simply Be Spoken. Others Become Softer When Carried By Music. The Boy Is An Intimate Live Showcase That Blends Spoken Word, Live Orchestral Composition, Storytelling, And Performance Into One Immersive Experience. Across Two Nights, Gufy Invites Audiences Into A Deeply Personal And Reflective Journey Through Love, Memory, Politics, Masculinity, Grief, Joy, Nostalgia, And Becoming. Built Around Some Of His Most Celebrated Works Alongside New Material, The Show Explores The Tension Between Tenderness And Survival, Asking What It Means To Grow, To Remember, And To Remain Soft In A Hard World. With A Performance Style That Is Intimate, Reflective, And Emotionally Layered, Gufy Continues To Explore How Poetry Can Move Beyond The Page And Live Fully In Sound, Space, And Memory.

Saturday 29th August 2026
Hooyo's Kitchen & Poetry
Verses & Vibes

A night full of amazing poets, musicians, and performers. We will have limited spot open for those who want to come and bless our stage. We ask that you arrive early, and sign up to perform.

Saturday 29th August 2026
Masshouse Ngong Racecourse
Wozaa World with Watendawili Live

Watendawili and Nawiri Ent. Present Wozaa World 2. This August, we gather under one sunset to celebrate every lyric, every memory, every chapter that brought us here.

Saturday 29th August 2026
Carnivore Grounds
Redsan Live @ 30

Redsan
On August 29th, 2026, the iconic Carnivore Grounds will transform into the ultimate dancehall arena as Kenya’s undisputed king of dancehall, Redsan, celebrates 30 years of musical dominance in a once-in-a-generation live experience.

Saturday 29th August 2026
Benelix Lounge Greenspan Mall
Rhumba / Luhya Mussic Night

Saturday 29th August 2026
Alloy Bar and Lounge @ Sarit Centre Car Park
Heritage & Harmony

The experience you’ve been waiting for is almost here. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of African culture, music, food, and community at Heritage & Harmony.

Sebuleni is an independent cultural collective and listening house based in Nairobi, Kenya. Inspired by the Swahili word for "living room," Sebuleni creates intentional spaces where Deep House music, thoughtful curation, and community come together. Through listening cafés, curated sessions, cultural conversations, and multidisciplinary collaborations, Sebuleni is building a home for Deep House listening culture - one gathering, one conversation, and one record at a time.

Saturday 29th August 2026
Suave Kitchen and Social Club
A Night of Magic With Darren Collins

MAGIC SHOW! This Saturday at Suave Kitchen & Social Club we bring you a night of magic. 3 magicians grace our stage for a night of mentalism, escape and magic - with our signature comedic style. Expect the unexpected as the lights dim in the showroom - nights like these don't come around often. As always dinner and drinks are served throughout the show, so arrive hungry - we have a full menu and stocked bar. Tickets are 1500/= but we do have a handful of early bird tickets at 1200/= if you hurry.

Weal House, Bishop Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
The experience brings Ochiko’s world to life through soulful live performance, Afro-fusion, R&B, Benga-inspired rhythm and intimate storytelling. Each edition is designed to feel less like a conventional concert and more like entering a living universe: one where songs carry memory, love, joy, longing and the everyday stories that shape Nairobi.

Saturday 29th August 2026
The Mist Westlands
Sunsunsun

End your August on a high note this Saturday as we welcome Sanele Ngubane aka Sunsunsun , a Johannesburg-based, SAMA-winning, electronic music producer, DJ, and record label founder (Sabusa Records) to the Mist for a one-of-a-kind night. Sunsunsun will be playing alongisde a talented cast of local talents featuring eclectic dancefloor duchess ‘Avocado.theDJ’ , Studio 18 Soundsystem residents & certified partystartes ‘Love, Mani’ and ‘Solo’, and, fresh off a killer set at the past weekend’s Haus of Andeti takeover, rising showstopper, ‘Th3 Doula

Saturday 29th August 2026
Vibanda Village Third Gong Ave
For Keeps Or Streets with Gilad | Kenrazy | Omondi CEO

Sunday 30th August 2026
The Mist Westlands
Sunsunsun

Hang out with the Xeniah Manasseh & Muthoka! Games & prizes to be won. Experience speed dating and live performances by several DJs. We’re introducing a brand-new, unhinged, and hilarious segment at Sandwich Sundays (6th Edition) on August 30th: PITCH YOUR SINGLE FRIEND! You get to take the stage, pull up a slideshow or open up the mic, and convince the crowd why your amazing (or wildly chaotic) friend deserves love. Think shark tank, but make it romance. Whether they’re “a high-value catch who cooks,” “too picky for their own good,” or “needs to be saved from their ex,” this is your moment to set them up in front of the whole audience.

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

29th & 30th August 2026
Village Market Limuru dd
Mega Fashion Pop-Up Sale

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

1st August to 2nd Sept. 2026
Banana Hill Art GalleryExhibition: The Mine of History by Mohammed Brjass

15th July to 29th Aug. 2026
Circle Art Gallery Victoria Square Riara Rd
Exhibition: Gestures of Presence by Birhane Worede

30th July to 22nd Aug. 2026
The Holmes Á Court Gallery @ Afrika House
Exhibition: Threads of Resilience - Stories from Ethiopia's Garment Manufacturing Industry

5th to 30th August 2026
Nairobi National Museum
Exhibition Wan-E-Yo (On Our Way) ft. Artists from Lake Victoria Base Region

Sunday 30th August 2026
Nairobi National Park
ArtFest - Art In The Wild 10th Edition

ArtFest - Art in the Wild is a vibrant celebration of the full artistic spectrum - a day of creative bliss featuring original works by local and regional artists across diverse disciplines including painting, ceramics, fine crafts, photography, jewelry, printmaking, fashion, literature, digital art, performing arts, and more,,. The event showcases artwork both for exhibition and sale, ensuring there is truly something for everyone.

Until 30th September 2026
Karen Village Ngong Rd
Art Competition 2026 Update

30th July to 25th Oct. 2026
The Mall Munyu Space
Exhibition: The Great Repair