EVENTS THIS WEEK
Art
The Way of Tea: One Off Contemporary Art Gallery, 23rd August, 11.30 am. The Chado demonstration showcases the ceremonial practice of preparing and serving tea and the opportunity to try matcha and Japanese confectionery. 0799 809722
Between Exiles by Adlan Yousif: One Off Contemporary Art Gallery, until 24th August. Step into a powerful exhibition showcasing bold, evocative metal sculptures rooted in memory and displacement.
Self Talk by Ronnie Ogwang: Banana Hill Art Gallery, until 31st August. This body of work draws viewers into a deeply introspective journey that explores the intersections of identity, loss, truth, and resistance.
People & Places: Ardhi Gallery, until 31st August. Welcome to a space where art is both destination and departure, and the collective spirit is the canvas upon which futures are made.
Crossed Perspectives on Kenyan Society: Alliance Française, Nairobi, until 31st August. This exhibition presents an artistic dialogue between two generations of Kenyan artists: Joseph Bertiers and Newton Eshivachi.
Fragments of Becoming: Holmes à Court Gallery, Afrika House, until 2nd September. An exploration of personal and cultural transformation, exploring the thin lines between strength and fragility, solitude and solidarity.
Faces - Group Exhibition: Ardhi Gallery, until 16th September. Each face is a chapter, each style a heartbeat, crafted from recycled treasures given new life and meaning.
Brikicho: The Nairobi Gallery, until 27th September. Enjoy a showcase of Kenyan women artists who create from home studios and private spaces, often unseen by the public.
Skin as a Noun, as a Verb: Under the Swahili Tree, until 30th September. From charcoal portraits to dreamlike landscapes of self-reflection, Tevin’s journey is one of courageous becoming.
Forms of Fray: The African Arts Trust, until 18th October. Explore the intimate interplay between memory and materiality, where the act of remembering is embedded in the textures, forms, and gestures of the work.
Courses, Lectures & Workshops
Climate Change from a Kenyan Perspective: Virtual Location, 27th August, 10 am. The webinar shall create a connection to impacts of climate change and examine the actions towards resilience. 0791 478090
Network of Women in Sales: Movenpick Hotel, 23rd August, 2 pm. A summit designed to elevate your mindset, expand your network, and anchor you within Kenya’s most dynamic community of women.
Make Wave: Nafasi Connection LLC, 23rd August, 4 pm. A premium, high-energy creative coding and automation community designed to bring together Kenya’s brightest creative coders, AI builders, and no-code innovators. 0794 564566 Africa Global PR Week: JW Marriott Nairobi, 27th - 29th August. The exhibition provides a platform for startups to demonstrate their groundbreaking products and services, attracting key investors, partners, and customers.
Dance
Dance Connect: Ngong Hills Hotel Indoor Arena, 23rd August, 8 am. This is a vibrant dance fitness event bringing together wellness, movement, and pop-up market experiences. 0703 375761
Salsa Night: Brew Bistro Rooftop, 26th August, 6.30 pm. Feel the rhythm, catch the groove, and dance the night away! 0726 148780
Expositions
Homes & Gardens Expo: Sarit Expo Centre, 27th31st August, 9.30 am. Experience the latest trends and innovations in the real estate market and enjoy special discounted rates!
Agro & Poultry Africa: Sarit Expo Centre, until 23rd August, 9 am. More than 200 exhibitors are set to showcase the latest innovations in agriculture and food processing industries.
Paper and Tissue Africa: Sarit Expo Centre, until 23rd August, 9 am. An international trade show on paper, pulp, tissue, packaging and related Industries.
Fashion & Beauty
Maridadi Fashion Festival: Carnivore Simba Saloon, 23rd August, 7 pm. Prepare to be dazzled by a variety of unique looks, from crochet to bridal to relaxed boho-chic, all rooted in handmade.
Festivals & Craft Fairs
Otamatsuri 2025: KICC, 23rd August, 10 am. Expect anime merch, cosplay, video games, Japanese food & drinks, K-pop, photo booths, competitions, and so much more.
Family Adventure and Chill: Paradise Lost, 23rd August, 10 am. Enjoy great music, shop from amazing local vendors, dig into delicious food, and let the little ones explore fun-filled activities.
Film
September Says: Unseen Nairobi, 25th August, 9 pm. Sisters September and July are inseparable, but isolation on the Irish coast slowly fractures their secret world and unshakable bond.
Searching For Amani: Unseen Nairobi, 24th26th August. A 13-year-old aspiring journalist investigates his father’s mysterious murder within the boundaries of one of Kenya’s largest wildlife conservancies.
On Becoming a Guinea Fowl: Unseen Nairobi, 23rd August, 7 pm. Experience Rungano Nyoni’s bold new drama on sisterhood, secrets and survival.
Sultana’s Dream: Unseen Nairobi, 26th & 28th August, 7 & 9 pm. Inés journeys across India uncovering echoes of Ladyland, a forgotten feminist utopia inspired by a 1905 Bengali science fiction tale.
Frame by Frame Film Festival: Century Cinemax Two Rivers, 27th August, 6 pm. The festival features 34 bold films from 16 African countries and the diaspora.
Food & Wine
Open Wine Sunsets 2: Liquor library, 23rd August, 10 am. Expect wine, good music, cozy vibes, and that Tigoni sunset magic.
Old School & Vibe Brunch: Maasai Koroga Country Club, 23rd August. Join for a retro brunch filled with classic hits from the 90s and early 2000s. Sunday Brunch: Brew Bistro Rooftop, 24th August, 12 pm. Round up your friends for good food, great drinks, and even better company.
Fundraisers
Miles for Minds KE: Moi Girls High School Nairobi, 23rd August. Run with purpose and help us raise KES 1.5 million to support 10 under-resourced students from classroom to career, in partnership with EFAC.
Kids Events
Kiddie Treat - The Myth of Maracuda: Westgate Cinema, 23rd - 24th August. Children are invited to enjoy a playful prehistoric adventure, complete with laughter, popcorn and a feel-good atmosphere.
Mini Mornings at Unseen (The Velveteen Rabbit): Unseen Nairobi, 24th August, 10 am. The ticket price includes fresh juice, a homemade snack, and free screening for the accompanying adults!
Fundamentor Progressive Basketball Camp: Hope Center Soccer Grounds, 25th - 29th August. A progressive basketball camp experience designed for athletes aged 9 to 18. 0723 385132
Creative Explorers Kids Camp: Raphta and Jafferys, 25th - 29th August. Let your kids enjoy an active and creative morning with Padel Academy’s fun-filled program. 0718 866992
Explorers Padel & Art Camp: PLAYON PadelCreekside Nyali, 25th - 29th August. Unleash your child’s curiosity with hands-on activities, nature exploration and exciting learning experiences. 0718 866992
Kids Village Camp: Village Market, 25th - 29th August. A holiday adventure filled with games, learning and creativity for kids aged 4–10! 0790 980494
Amuse Summer Camp: Karura Forest, 25th - 29th August. Bring the kids along to camp and let them learn, and have fun, excitement, make new friends, connect with nature, and so much more. 0114 705763
STEAM and Robotics Camp: Lavington Montessori Kindergarten, 25th - 29th August. Learners will explore how STEAM connects to real-world challenges through hands-on learning and creative discovery. 0729 715622
Kids Badminton Camp: Visa Oshwal Mahajanwadi, 25th - 30th August. Give your child the ultimate summer experience with Kenya’s leading badminton academy. 0111 680724
Summer Break Activities: Karen Village, 25th - 31st August. Kids will enjoy coloring, connecting the dots, making masks, painting faces, and creating collages. 0708 652624
Thrive Summer Camp: Sagana, 25th - 31st August. The camp will guide boys and girls aged 12 to 18 in exploring who they are and what they stand for. 0745 971905
Music
Break Time: Kiambu Golf Course, 23rd August. Join for an all round Kenyan event, with full time kenyan music, games and groove for you to unwind and let loose.
Symphony of Hope: Don Bosco Church Upperhill, 23rd - 24th August, 4 pm. Come together in community, uplifted through the universal language of music.0722 331662
Festival of Sound and Art: Sarit Centre, 24th August, 2 pm. Experience Mordecai Dex and Mbithi live as they blend soulful rhythms, cultural beats, and modern sounds in a powerful performance.
Soirée Opera: Alliance Française, Nairobi, 25th August, 7 pm. Enjoy a showcase performance before Kenya’s rising stars depart to perform at the OperAffinity Festival in Italy.
Nightlife
Tyler ICU: Masshouse, 23rd August, 4 pm. Experience the sounds of Amapiano as SA’s Tyler ICU takes the stage for an unforgettable off the charts vibes and energy.
Special Events
Just a Workout, Everyone Single: MINT Kenya, 23rd August, 10 am. Kickstart your weekend with a 10am strength class and post-workout brunch at Arbor.
Echoes of Humanity Book Launch: Redhill Art Gallery, 24th August, 11 am. Discover captivating stories about resilience, triumph, and the human spirit.
Sports
Golf Lessons with Mike Kisia: The Convex, 23rd August, 12 pm. Birdies is hosting a Golf Lesson Clinic where you will get to experience expert coaching and hands-on practice. 0758 189610
Theatre & Stage
The Art of Playreading: Provisions Kenya, 23rd August, 11 am. Participants will explore voice, movement, and dramatic text through excerpts from African and global plays. 0768 882726
Sirnduku: A Poetry Experience: Braeburn Theatre, 24th August, 3 pm. Experience a surreal, poetic meditation on the silent forces that shape us, and how we shape ourselves in return.
Poets You Should Know: Alliance Française, Nairobi, 27th August, 6 pm. The event promises a night of powerful spoken-word performances, featuring top-caliber poets and open mic segments.
Yoga, Wellness & Meditation
Shake Drum Laugh: Kanga Studio Nairobi, 23rd August, 4 pm. Satyen blends ancient wisdom with accessible tools to help people feel more energised, connected and grounded. 0759 956291 Communicate with Compassion, Request with Confidence: Chez Mahmadi, 28th August, 9.30 am. This session offers hands-on practice, real-life examples, and a safe space to work on your own situations. 0797 967026
MOVIES
Buy your tickets for the following theatres on
A former assassin’s quiet suburban life shatters after stopping a home invasion, uncovering dangerous secrets about his wife Becca and himself.
Genre: Action, Comedy, Thriller Cast: Christopher Lloyd, Bob Odenkirk, Connie Nielsen Nobody 2
Retired F1 phenom Sonny Hayes returns from exile to mentor rookie Joshua Pearce and save a struggling team in high-stakes redemption.
Genre: Motorsport, Action, Drama Cast: Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Javier Bardem F1: The Movie
A chief’s son befriends a magical bird and must protect it from tribal sacrifice, discovering true courage beyond hunting skills and tradition.
Genre: Adventure, Animation, Comedy Cast: P. Chekhovskoy, P. Ivaschenko, Marina Lisovets
The Myth of Maracuda
One night, all but one child from a class vanishes at the same time, leaving a community haunted by fear, suspicion, and unanswered questions.
Genre: Horror, Mystery Cast: Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, Alden Ehrenreich Weapons
When Papa Smurf is taken by evil wizards Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette leads the Smurfs on a mission to the real world to save him.
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy Cast: Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman Smurfs
Things get complicated when a secret agent is accused of betraying his nation and his former batchmate is assigned the task of finding him.
Genre: Action, Adventure, Thriller Cast: Hrithik Roshan, N.T. Rama Rao Jr., Kiara Advani War 2
The Fantastic Four must protect Earth from Galactus and Silver Surfer, while holding their family together and navigating the weight of being heroes.
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi Cast: Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach
The Fantastic Four: First Steps
Superman struggles to balance his Kryptonian origins with his human life in a world that sees truth and justice as outdated.
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi Cast: David Corenswet, Alan Tudyk, Grace Chan Superman
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