Chill with Windhoek Express
Currently running• The Erongo Business & Expo takes place at the Walvis Bay Civic Centre until 2 November.
• Elisia Nghidishange's latest exhibition, House of Connection, can be viewed at the National Art Gallery in Windhoek until 2 November.
• The Odd Ones - a collection of sculptures by Duif Keyser – can be viewed at the National Art Gallery of Namibia until 4 November.
• Ina Maria Shikongo's exhibition, Echoes of Resistance: The Power of My Voice, can be viewed at The Project Room until 9 November.
Thursday 31 October
• 19:00 Discover the Ehi/Land/Sand Rites/Rights installation at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre. View until 8 November
Trio Feminale music tour
• 1 November: Crocodile Farm in Otjiwarongo. Bookings: 081 129 0445
• 2 November: Farmhouse Deli Wedding Shed. Bookings: 081 443 0275
• 5 November: Vingerklip Lodge. Bookings: 081 126 6702
• 6 November: Toshari Lodge. Bookings: 081 339 103
All shows start at 19:00.
Friday 1 November
• 17:00 The First Fridays Night Market takes place at Eagles (Avis), with a live DJ, wine tasting, street food and good vibes! Entrance: N$80.
• 18:00 Carols by Candlelight at Windhoek Gymnasium.
• 19:00 Drag Night Namibia presents Rock n Horror at The Village Garden. Tickets: From N$100 via webtickets.com.na
• 19:00 Halloween at the Handle Bar, featuring As Night Fades, EV, The Tomorrow Band and others. Tickets: N$120
• 19:00 This month's edition of Night Under the Stars at the Goethe Institut features Oteya. Tickets: N$50 at the doors.
• 19:00 Wolfshack celebrates Halloween with the dark side of the Shack, with SXDATED. Entrance is free.
• 20:00 Wild Thyme events and MYNT nightclub host their annual summer bash, featuring Van Pletzen, Early B, Justin Vega and others and continues on the 2nd. Tickets: N$200 - N$500 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 2 November
• 07:00 The Desert Mustangs present their annual Poker Run starting and ending at C'est si Bon, via Omaruru, Karibib and Okahandja. Entrance: N$250. Info: [email protected]• 08:00 Join Arbor Academy for a Business Fair at the Okahandja soccer stadium, with entertainment, food, drinks, arts, crafts and more. Info: 081 213 2251. Entrance: N$20 (N$10 for kids).
• 08:00 The Savanna Namibian Comedy Festival takes place at the Old Breweries Courtyard. Tickets: From N$50 via webtickets.com.na
• 08:00 A farmer's market takes place at the Windhoek showgrounds until 13:00. Entrance: N$5, free for pensioners and children under 12. Info: [email protected]
• 08:00 Otjimukandi Fair 4.0 - a cultural wedding event of models role-playing as they showcase Ovaherero weddings at the TransNamib fields. Tickets: From N$70 via webtickets.com.na
• 08:00 Walvis Bay Primary School & FunFest host a Park Off bash at the school fields, with music, stalls, a potjiekos competition and much more. Entry: N$40 for adults and N$20 for school children.
• 12:00 Doctatainment's R&B and Slow Jams all-white edition with DS Milo from SA and others, takes place at Vanir Micro Sports Centre (formerly XS Lounge) in Windhoek. Tickets: From N$150 via webtickets.com.na
• 12:00 Best of Both Worlds - Zola live in Windhoek, featuring King Tee Dee at Pequena. Tickets: N$150 - N$300 via webtickets.com.na
• 14:00 The 32nd Black Melody Cultural Group anniversary concert takes place at Palm Tree Park in the capital. Tickets: N$150 in advance via webtickets.com.na or N$200 at the doors
• 17:00 Luminous concert by SA pianist Tich Makalisa and Robin's Children's Choir at the Dutch Reformed Church Windhoek East.
• 18:00 This year's Black Bra event is Barbie-themed and takes place at the SKW with performances by Pulse Dancers, Jacob & Taylor, Riaan Smit, Claudine & Margi. Tickets: N$12 000 per table of 10. Tickets: howler.co.za.
Wednesday 6 November
• 18:30 The annual MTC Windhoek Fashion Week takes place at the City of Windhoek headquarters at various times until the 9th. Tickets: N$100 to N$200 via webtickets.com.na
Friday 8 November
• 18:00 Animals by Night - a fundraiser by the SPCA at The Village Garden in Windhoek, with music by Riaan Smit and Savannah Collins, an art slam a silent auction and more. Tickets: From N$150.
Saturday 9 November
• 10:00 The Pupkewitz Motor Fest takes place at the WHS Vegkop stadium until 23:00. Tickets: Free for children and pensioners, and N$70 for adults via howler.co.za
• 17:00 Papa Shikongeni's exhibition Stillness ... Gundjila opens at the Woermannhaus Art Gallery in Swakopmund and can be viewed until 1 December.
• 18:00 The DStv content creator awards take place in the National Theatre. Tickets: N$150 via eticket.my.na
• 19:00 Fatman and Dusty Dixon present an evening of great music at the official opening of Das Bos in Windhoek. Entrance is free.
Sunday 10 November
• 17:00 Central Methodist Choir Concert at the Dutch Reformed "Moedergemeente" in Windhoek. Tickets: N$100 at the doors.
Wednesday 13 November
• 21:00 Don't miss this performance by SA's Fatman and Dusty Dixon at LukZet in Henties Bay. Tickets (limited) are available at the gates. Info: 081 315 3185.
Friday 15 November
• 19:00 Sex therapist and comedian Timothy Kieswetter hosts “Die Grap van die Huwelik” in the National Theatre. Tickets: N$350 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 16 November
• 11:00 Family Fun Day at Goanikontes Oasis with kiddies activities, Rough & Tough cars and check handover, and delicious food. Info: 064 405 979
Friday 22 November
• 19:00 The Katutura Fashion Week kicks off at the Franco Namibian Cultural Centre. Tickets: N$50 - N$250 via webtickets.com.na
• 19:00 Strictly Soul - Africa's Biggest R&B Party is back to close out 2024, with DJ Akio and special guests to guide you through a night of dancing and singalongs. Venue: The Village Garden. Tickets: From N$100 via quicket.co.za
Saturday 23 November
• 18:00 SA's Jo Black performs at the Swakopmund Hotel & Entertainment Centre. Tickets: N$450 via webtickets.com.na
• 12:00 Awilo Longomba live at Independence Stadium in Windhoek. Tickets: From N$400 via webtickets.com.na
Friday 29 November
• 17:00 Oranjemund hosts a Festive Market... Join in for a thrilling day filled with holiday cheer and unforgettable moments. More info to follow.
Saturday 30 November
• 10:00 The Sugar King TopCheri Kiddies Concert and Play Day takes place at the Eros Primary School sports fields. A Fun-filled day of music, laughter and play. Tickets: N$50 - N$60 via webtickets.com.na
Friday 6 December
• 18:00 Christmas Arts & Crafts Night Market with food, music and gifts at the Dagbreek soccer field. Entrance is free.
Saturday 7 December
• 10:00 The Yenda Summer Festival takes place in Katima Mulilo, with a diverse range of food, drinks, fashion, art, crafts and more. Tickets: N$80 via webtickets.com.na
• 10:00 The Yano Sunsets Festival is Namibia's premier amapiano and house event, taking place at Langstrand and featuring top local to international DJs & Artists performances, gourmet food, and stunning ocean views. The revelry continues on the 8th. Tickets: From N$180 via webtickets.com.na
• 12:00 The 4th edition of the annual Auto Festival - Ladies Edition takes place at Okahandja Park in Okahandja. Tickets: N$50 - N$250 via webtickets.com.na
• 15:00 Piano Fest Vol 1 with DJ Spuzza at Event Plaza in Otjiwarongo. Tickets: From N$50 via webtickets.com.na
• 18:00 The Restoration Concert takes place at the Hage Geingob stadium in Windhoek, featuring 15 gospel artists. Tickets: From N$50 via webtickets.com.na
Friday 13 December
• 21:00 SA's Dodo Nyoka performs at LukZet in Henties Bay. Limited tickets are available at the doors. Info: 081 315 3185.
Sunday 15 December
• 20:00 Johnny Louw performs at LukZet in Henties Bay. Limited tickets available at the doors. Info: 081 315 3185.
Wednesday 18 October
• 21:00 SA's Brendan Peyper performs at LukZet in Henties Bay. Tickets (limited) will be available at the gate. Info: 081 315 3185.
Thursday 19 December
• 20:00 Namibia's Lin Mari performs at LukZet in Henties Bay. Limited tickets available at the doors. Info: 081 315 3185.
Friday 20 December
• 21:00 SA's Chris Steyn performs at LukZet in Henties Bay. Tickets (limited) will be available at the gate. Info: 081 315 3185.
Saturday 21 December
• 14:00 The Keetmanshoop House Festival takes place at the Westdene Stadium. Tickets: N$100 via webtickets.com.na
Sunday 22 December
• 11:00 Swakopmund Indie Fest at the Adventure Park & Paintball Centre, hosted by Tribe One Productions and Riaan Smit. Tickets: N$199 via webtickets.com.na; kids 12 - 17 N$50 and kids under 12 free.
Saturday 28 December
• 11:00 Sound of Summer and Namib Rage Events host their ultimate festival at Langstrand.
Sunday 29 December
• 17:00 Evolve presents Carnival of Flames - Forward Future - a fire and LED dance visual extravaganza at the Swakopmund Paintball Centre. Tickets: N$150 in advance, N$200 at the gates for adults, N$80 in advance and N$100 at the gates for under 18s. Under 6 - free. Info: 085 746 5757.
Tuesday 31 December
• 13:00 Amis Day Club returns for its final instalment for 2024 at the Cosdef Arts & Crafts Centre in Swakopmund. Tickets: N$180 - N$1000 via webtickets.com.na