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STAGE / MOVIE / ENTERTAINMENT - click on poster to enlarge

Saturday 26th Sept. 2026
Artcaffé Gastro Bar Imaara Mall
Fiesta mar Lakeside with Brian Sifu | Tony Nyadundudo | DJ Vic

A Celebration of Luo Culture. Live performance bringing together two masters; Brian Sigu and Tony Nyadundo share the stage, with DJ Vic on the decks. Come through for good music, fun times and hang out with an amazing community.

Saturday 10th October
Yeyani Park & Chill Athi River
Ma-Kavoi Fest - Kamba Country Classics with Kamwana Danny | Kana Nicko | Ndolo Syano | Bosco Mulwa

Marienation is more than just an event, it’s a celebration of self-expression and cultural connection. Bringing together a community of music lovers from across Nairobi and beyond, this experience is built on a powerful fusion of ideas nation, the coming together of diverse backgrounds and cultures, and marinating, the immersion in a rich, genre spanning musical journey curated by a handpicked lineup of DJs.

A beautiful daytime escape into soulful African sound. Peaches & Cream is a beautiful daytime escape into soulful African sound, bringing together music lovers, culture seekers, and good-vibes enthusiasts for an unforgettable outdoor experience. Set against the scenic backdrop of Ngong Racecourse & Golf Park, the festival blends live performances, DJ sets, curated food and drink experiences, lifestyle markets, and immersive brand activations into one vibrant celebration of African creativity and connection. From soulful melodies and feel-good rhythms to shared moments with friends under open skies, Peaches & Cream is designed to be more than an event - it’s a feeling. Whether you’re dancing in front of the stage, relaxing on a picnic blanket, discovering local brands, or making memories with your favorite people, Peaches & Cream offers the perfect blend of music, culture, community, and atmosphere. Join us on 26th September from 2PM and experience a day where great music, beautiful people, and unforgettable moments come together.

Saturday 10th October
Ulinzi Grounds Nairobi
Machoka @ 50 International Concert with Alicious

Monday 21st Sept. 2026
Alliance Francaise
Ernest Cole: Lost & Found

Saturday 26th Sept. 2026
Montego Bay Waterfront Karen
Fally Ipupa | Delirium | Carol Numz Album Listening Party

Saturday 10th October
Quiver Lounge Eastlands
Prince Indah Live

Friday 25th Sept. 2026
The Mist Westlands
Magma Techno with Kiambi | Wang_T3k | Merab

MAGMA returns with a new exploration of the synergy between melodic and raw techno.This edition brings together two sides of the genre that can feel worlds apart, finding common ground through rhythm, atmosphere, tension, and movement. Melodic elements unfold alongside raw, driving textures, allowing the night to move between depth and intensity without losing its underground pulse.A journey through contrast, connection, and the space where melody meets raw energy.

Saturday 26th Sept. 2026
Nairobi Street Kitchen
Bollywood Bonanza with DJ Aklusive | DJ Imran

Saturday 3rd October
Ballroom Emara Ole Sereni
The First VIP Rhumba Affair with Zeget Delongeur & Lesasa Joker

26th & 27th September 2026
Kenya School of TVET UN Avenue Rd
Bizarre Bazaar Festival | The Global Village Edition

Expect a colorful marketplace with makers, artisans, designers, creative entrepreneurs, food vendors, and independent brands from Kenya and beyond. Discover unique fashion and accessories, art, home and lifestyle products, handmade goods, gifts, food, drinks, and emerging brands � while meeting the people and stories behind what you buy. But Bizarre Bazaar Festival is more than a market. The Global Village Edition is a full-weekend festival celebrating the cultures, communities, and creative energy that make Nairobi a dynamic meeting point. Come for the shopping and stay for the food, music, entertainment, family activities, conversations, discoveries, and unexpected connections. Whether you want to discover your next favorite Kenyan brand, taste something new, find a one-of-a-kind piece, spend the day with family and friends, or enjoy the atmosphere, there is plenty to explore.

Sunday 27th September 2026
Nairobi Street Kitchen
Nairobi Market Brunch

Every Sunday
K1 Klub House
K1 Flea 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

Every Friday
Village Market
Maasai 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

2nd to 27th September 2026
Alliance Francaise Nairobi
Ancestors Of Tomorrow

To mark this milestone, the Alliance Française has invited the stylist and visual artist, Kevo Abbra, to present his new body of photographic and sculptural work, Ancestors of Tomorrow, inspired by the cultural memory, stories, and traditions of the people of Lamu and Turkana. Through this installation, Abbra invites us to turn the lens towards the future without leaving the past behind. Drawing from ancestry, identity, and imagination, he asks us to envision a world where African histories, cultures and dreams shape what comes next.

9th Sept. to 10th Oct. 2026
Circle Art Gallery Riara Rd
James Kagima

9th Sept. to 10th Oct. 2026
Circle Art Gallery Riara Rd
Dennis Muraguri

20th Aug. to 1st Nov. 2026
The Goodgrains Westlands
Fragments Of Memory - Photographs Form The Mo Amin Collection

1st to 15th September 2026
Village Market Limuru Rd
Legends & Heroes – An Art Exhibition by Village Market

Step into a world where creativity knows no bounds as Village Market celebrates the vision, talent, and legacy of both legendary and emerging artists in a vibrant exhibition showcasing diverse artistic expressions. Discover captivating works, meet the artists behind the masterpieces, and immerse yourself in a space where art inspires, connects, and tells powerful stories.

5th to 30th September 2026
The Nairobi Gallery
Curves In Colurs

What does beauty look like when we stop trying to fit everyone into the same shape? CURVES IN COLOUR is a contemporary painting exhibition celebrating body diversity, confidence, beauty, and self-expression through the work of Kenyan artists: Ciru Ivy Sylvia Oloo Wayne Oloo Ian Ngethe Curated by Ciru Ivy and presented by Animated Easel Art Studio, the exhibition brings together bold, colorful works that invite us to see beauty from different perspectives and celebrate the bodies we live in. Come experience the art, meet the artists, join the conversation, and celebrate every curve, every colour and every story.

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

9th Sept. to 10th Oct. 2026
Circle Art Gallery Riara Rd
Kiure Francis Msangi Retrospective Exhibition

12th to 19th September 2026
Shah House Ngara
Past In Present

The Past in Present, Analogue vs Digital Exhibition is a multi-sensory experience that explores identity, ancestry and cultural memory through two parallel artistic approaches.The exhibition presents artworks in both analogue and digital formats, allowing audiences to engage with the same ideas through different mediums. From physical sculptures and installations to digital animations and immersive experiences, the exhibition invites reflection on how art evolves across contexts and technologies. Designed to be inclusive and engaging, the exhibition offers multiple ways for audiences to experience the work, encouraging exploration, interaction and interpretation.

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