EXPERIENCES THIS WEEK
Break Out or Stay Locked In: The Prison Break Challenge at Escape Room Experience, Nairobi
Locked up, ticking clock, and only your squad can save you. Can you hack freedom before it’s too late?
Prison Break at Escape Room Experience, Nairobi is the ultimate test of brains, nerves, and teamwork. This is how it works: You and your crew are members of
DISCOVER EXPERIENCES
Museum of Illusions Nairobi
a notorious gang, caught and thrown into one of the city’s toughest maximum-security prisons. Your leader even colludes with the guards to aid your escape and of course, the clock is merciless. You can now book this experience on KenyaBuzz and secure your squad’s spot for the ultimate adrenaline rush.
Enter the wonderful world of illusions to truly experience the impossible, challenging you to see things differently and revealing how your brain interprets reality.
Every puzzle you crack, every code you decipher, and every sneaky move matters. The prison feels alive, designed to keep you on edge while testing your wit and collaboration. It’s not just a game, it’s an experience that will leave your heart racing and your brain buzzing.
Whether it’s your first escape or you’re already a pro, Prison Break delivers laughs, thrills, and those “did we just do that?!”
moments you’ll be talking about for weeks. Gather your squad, trust your instincts, and see if you have what it takes to break out. Time’s ticking; are you in or out?
Get this; Prison Break is the expert-level challenge, but if you want to test your skills first, try the medium-difficulty Classroom or the easier Pandemic escape rooms, both also available for booking on KenyaBuzz!
Pandemic (Easy) at Escape Room Experience
A deadly virus is spreading fast and only your team can find the antidote. Can you save the world before it’s too late?
Ziplining (One Way) at Sironka Valley Resort
Glide through the air suspended by sturdy cables, you’ll be treated to panoramic views of the rolling hills and beautiful valleys below.
EVENTS THIS WEEK
Art
SOS Art Kenya: Kibera Arts District, October 18th - 16th November. The largest exhibition by HOF Gallery Kibera brings together more than 300 works in a compelling reflection on peace and justice.
Colours of Friendship: Nairobi Arboretum, 18th October, 12 pm. Join guided painting sessions with professional instructors and bring to life vibrant canvases inspired by friendship and nature. Dreaming, Emerging, Witnessing: Chez Mahmadi, 18th October, 4.30 pm. Experience a stunning exhibition uniting photography, ceramics, and painting exploring the three themes.
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.
Another World Is Possible: Alliance Française, Nairobi, until 26th October. The exhibition offers a poetic reflection on the fragile balance between humanity, technology, and the environment.
The Weight of the Unseen: Village Market Rooftop Gallery, until 27th October. Tibeb Sirak’s work profoundly explores his Somali heritage alongside the broader human experience.
Monologue: Under the Swahili Tree, until 30th October. The exhibition is a reflection of the quiet storms within, and a voice of self confrontation to quiet inner victories.
Home • House • Houses • Home: Ardhi Gallery, until 31st October. Welcome to the intimate world of Chrispus Nyaanga where alleys become canvases and homes become stories.
Reflections in Blue: Wasp & Sprout, until 31st October. Elizabeth’s works reinterpret African kanga and kitenge textiles in the indigo tones of cyanotype Journey Over a Million Footpaths: National Museums of Kenya, until 31st October. Through a breathtaking fusion of sound, light, and color, witness cultural objects reclaim their role as protagonists of their own stories.
Jogoo Wa Shamba Wawika Mjini: Holmes à court Gallery, until 1st November. This exhibition explores how the values and textures of countryside living survive, shift and reemerge in the chaos of the city.
Looking into the Mad Eye of History Without Blinking: Nairobi Contemporary Art Institute, until 2nd November. Join for an exhibition that dares us to see history as it is, chaotic, contradictory, and deeply alive.
Courses, Lectures & Workshops
Sound Design Training: Alliance Française, Nairobi, 20th - 24th October. Expect rigorous, hands-on training, guided by a highly experienced sound designer and trainer from Slope Audio
Dance
Kizomba Sundowner: Tres Amigos, Sarit Centre, 17th October, 6 pm. Sip, sway, and reconnect with the community that never stopped dancing.
Salsa Night: Brew Bistro Rooftop, 21st October, 6.30 pm. Feel the rhythm, catch the groove, and dance the night away! 0726 14878
Expositions
Africa Free Zones Expo: KICC, 22nd - 24th October. This landmark event will highlight how Free Zones are driving industrialization, fostering innovation, and creating unparalleled investment opportunities across the continent.
WHX Labs Nairobi: KICC, 22nd - 24th October. Connect with global and regional healthcare brands, from established manufacturers to breakthrough startups, all under one roof.
Africa Geospatial Expo: The Boma Hotel, 23rd - 24th October. The event offers an exceptional opportunity for Geo-professionals to expand in Africa’s burgeoning sector.
DigitalBiz Trade Expo: Two Rivers, 23rd - 25th October. Join Expo Africa for an inspiring threeday showcase of innovation, networking, and growth. 0781 263403
Orchids Through the Legends: Sarit Expo Centre, until 19th October. Expect a captivating display of orchid varieties, showcasing the rich cultural and botanical heritage associated with the flowers.
Fashion & Beauty
Kenya Fashion Week 2025: Glee Hotel, 17th18th October, 4 pm. This is where Kenya’s most celebrated designers, corporates, and tastemakers come together to mark the beginning of a new chapter in African fashion.
Festivals & Craft Fairs
Organic Farmers Market: Little Falls Tea Garden, 18th October, 9 am. Discover a vibrant community of local farmers and artisans offering fresh organic produce, natural beauty products, and more.
Sage In The Hills: Githunguri, 18th October, 3 pm. Escape the city for a one-of-a-kind outdoor event in Githunguri blending music, food, cocktails, and nature. 0718 266316
Pop Up Market: Lifestyle Gigiri, 18th - 19th October, 10 am. Catch the best local vendors all in one place and experience a unique outdoors shopping experience like never before!
Diwali Fest: The Hub Karen, 18th - 19th October, 11 am. Expect vibrant market stalls, festive lights, delicious treats, and unforgettable moments.
Wakati Wetu Festival: Entim Sidai, 22nd - 23rd October. Over two days, artists, thinkers, and community voices will gather to reimagine justice through music, art, and dialogue.
Film
Shorts, Shorts & Shots: Shalom House Gardens, 19th October, 2 pm. Rock your best shorts, enjoy top African short films, and toast with shared shots! 0791 478090
Stand Together As One: Hillcrest International School, 23rd October, 6 pm. Join for an exclusive screening honoring “We Are The World”, revealing the powerful story behind music’s greatest humanitarian movement.
NBO Film Festival: Unseen Nairobi, Prestige Cinemas & Kaloleni Social Hall, until 26th October. The festival will showcase over 26 films from over 15 countries, featuring world premieres, African debuts, and celebrated international titles.
Food & Wine
Thursday Night Wine Tasting: Two Grapes Wine and Friends, 23rd October. The incredible Cooking Comics chefs will curate a five-course tasting menu paired with exceptional wines, all inspired by classic literature!
Kids Events
Scrabble Bee Championship: Two Rivers, 16th18th October. Witness Kenya’s brightest young wordsmiths battle it out for the ultimate crown. 0724 050734
Village Market Junior Chess Workshop: Village Market, 18th October, 10 am. Let your young geniuses aged 6 to 12 join the workshop to learn, compete, and enjoy 30 minutes of trampoline fun.
Kids Lit Club: Baraza Media Lab, 18th October, 10 am. Wangari The Storyteller just launched a new children’s book and she cannot wait to read it to your little ones.
Fine Art Classes: Africa Nomads Art Space, 18th October, 10 am. Kids get to explore painting, drawing, and various artistic techniques guided by skilled instructors. 0724 420004
October Half Term Intensive Swim Lessons: Tiffany’s Swim School, 20th - 23rd October. Give your child the gift of confidence in the water with this 4-day intensive swimming course. 0769 555444
Amuse Mid-Term Camp: Karura Forest, until 31st October, 9 am. Every day is filled with hands-on learning, teamwork, and outdoor adventure. 0114 705763
Music
The Heng- Back to the 90s: Glee Hotel, 17th October, 6.30 pm. Get ready to dance and groove to your favorite hits from the turn of the millennium! 0791 478090
Texas Country Goes On Safari Tour: Shamba Cafe & Carnivore Grounds, 17th & 18th October. The award-winning Fingerpistol from Texas is bringing their heart-thumping, boot-scootin’ country beats straight to Nairobi.
Old School & Vibe Brunch: Paradise Gardens, 18th October, 2 pm. Expect R&B, Hip-Hop, Garage and Reggae classics all day long.
Back to Rhumba: Ballpoint Social Club, 18th October, 6 pm. Les Wanyika and Yaba will take you on a journey through Lingala, Benga, Highlife and Soukous.
Opera Amore: Braeburn Theatre, 19th October, 3 pm. Don’t miss the one-act meta-opera presented by the Italian Cultural Institute in Nairobi with free entry for all art lovers!
Miale by Cheche Sessions feat. Tugi Waiyaki: Creative Spills, 19th October, 3 pm. Passionate about mental health advocacy, she blends music, poetry, and storytelling to empower young people.
Nightlife
10 Years of Alchemist: The Alchemist, 18th October, 8 pm. The Alchemist celebrates a decade of music, culture, and unforgettable nights that have shaped Nairobi’s creative heartbeat. Pianoland: Red Room, 18th October, 9 pm. Get ready for an unforgettable night as 2woBunnies go b2b for pure Yanos, Gqom, and Afro-house energy!
Special Events
Cancer Awareness Fitness Challenge: SportsView
Hotel Kasarani, 18th October, 8 am. Enjoy a vibrant morning of Zumba, floor aerobics, kata box, body toning, and insanity workouts, guided by top fitness coaches. 0111 024700
Conquer Mt. Longonot: Mt. Longonot, 19th October, 8 am. Ready to sweat, laugh, and hike your way to the crater with an awesome crew? 0791 478090
Sports
The Old Limuru Girls Charity Golf Day: Red Room, 17th October. Get ready for a day of golf and giving, all in support of a noble cause and lifelong friendships. 0721 261185
Impala Floodlit (Rugby): Impala Rugby Grounds, 18th October. Catch the thrills, tackles, and true rugby spirit under the floodlights.
Boxing and Dinner: Red Room, 20th October, 12 pm. Catch the electrifying Mandonga Mtu Kazi live as he fights on the undercard.
Theatre & Stage
Kaggia: Kenya National Theatre, 17th - 19th October, 3 pm. Experience Kaggia by John Sibi Okumu, a gripping reflection on the Kenya that could have been. 0791 478090
Wine: A Comedy Special Watch Party Premiere: Nairobi Laugh Bar, 17th October, 7.30 pm. You have the privilege of witnessing Doug Muutai’s special live performance this year.
Tarmacking: Nairobi Laugh Bar, 18th October, 7.30 pm. Bashir Halaiki brings his sharp wit and unapologetic humor to the stage.
Behave Yourself: Nairobi Laugh Bar, 23rd - 25th October, 7.30 pm. Witness comedy history as Arthur Simeon records his next comedy special across three unforgettable nights of global, hilarious comedy.
Yoga, Wellness & Meditation
Yoga-Health-Farm Weekend Retreat: Mlango Farm, 17th - 19th October. Join for a rejuvenating weekend retreat combining yoga, healthy living, and the beauty of farm life. 0728 848296
Uhai: Nature Immersion: Arcadia East African Bush Camp, 17th - 20th October. For three days, immerse yourself in the wisdom of nature, guided through breathwork, movement, ritual, and stillness.
Restoring Inner Balance: Chez Mahmadi, 21st October, 6 pm. Restore balance and awaken your inner peace through breathwork, yoga nidra, and sound immersion.
MOVIES
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A young athlete trains under a legendary champion, whose charisma hides darkness, drawing him into a terrifying, obsessive world.
Genre: Psychological Horror, Sport Cast: Marlon Wayans, Tyriq Withers, Julia Fox
Him
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren take on one last terrifying case involving mysterious entities they must confront.
Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller Cast: Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, Elliot Cowan
The Conjuring: Last Rites
Exploring the origins of Kaadubettu Shiva during the Kadamba dynasty era, it delves into the untamed wilderness and forgotten lore surrounding his past.
Genre: Action, Thriller Cast: Rishab Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah
Kantara A Legend: Chapter 1
When their evil enemy resurfaces after 16 years, a group of ex-revolutionaries reunite to rescue one of their own’s daughter.
Genre: Action, Crime, Thriller Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio Del Toro
One Battle After Another
A highly sophisticated program, Ares, is sent from the digital world into the real world on a dangerous mission.
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi Cast: Evan Peters, Greta Lee, Jeff Bridges
Tron: Ares
A well-meaning but rather inept angel named Gabriel meddles in the lives of a struggling gig worker and a wealthy venture capitalist.
Genre: Action, Comedy, Romance Cast: Keanu Reeves, Blanca Araceli, Aziz Ansari
Good Fortune
17 year old Finn battles post-captivity trauma as his sister sees disturbing visions of three boys being stalked at a winter camp.
Genre: Horror Cast: Mason Thames, Ethan Hawke, Madeleine McGraw
Black Phone 2
In the Infinity Castle, Tanjiro, Nezuko, and Hashira face Upper Rank demons as Muzan’s climactic battle with humanity begins.
Genre: Action, Adventure, Animation Cast: Zach Aguilar, Johnny Yong Bosch, Griffin Burns Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -
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