Chill with Windhoek Express
Currently running• Descending into Gloom - a solo exhibition by Alex Bracht can be viewed at the Namibian Arts Association until 20 April.
• Bukalo Stories by Lynette Musukubili can be viewed at The Project Room until 25 April.
• An Ode to the Masters can be viewed at the National Art Gallery until 29 April. The collection is described as a rich cache of artistic work by seasoned creatives reflecting their respective journeys.
• Cutting the Flame of Curiosity - a ceramics and collage exhibition by Andrea Horsthemke and Anne Lacheiner-Kühn – is exhibited at the Bellhaus Atelier & Gallerie until 13 May.
Canadian Blues legend Doc MacLean Namibian tour
• 6 April Smokey Mare, Windhoek
• 9 April Godenfang, Walvis Bay
• 14 April Wolfshack, Windhoek
• 15 April Goodfellas, Windhoek
Thursday 6 April
• 12:00 Unam Bash, featuring Young Stunna (Adiwele) and Aymos live at the Unam sports field. Tickets: N$100 - N$500.
• 18:00 Neon Dreams performs live @ MYNT as part of their Sunshine Tour. Tickets: N$290 via webtickets.com.na
• 19:00 The Memetics - a Windhoek Comedy Club Production - is hosted at The Wolfshack. Info & bookings: 081 423 4243.
Friday 7 April
• 08:00 Namibia Music & Art Festival at the Walvis Bay municipal parking until Sunday. Tickets: N$40 - N$100 via webtickets.com.na
• 14:00 Easter neighbourhood market at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre, with arts & crafts, live performances, street food, wine and bubbly, and live performances.
• 19:00 Neon Dreams performs live @ MYNT as part of their Sunshine Tour. Tickets: N$290 via webtickets.com.na
7 - 10 April
• The Namibian Burn is a cultural and art event that follows the principles of the Burning Man festival and takes place in the Kalahari near Blumfelde. You will need to be self-reliant! Tickets start at N$400 via quicket.co.za
Saturday 8 April
• All In Nation Festival at Independence Stadium in Windhoek, featuring local and international music. Tickets: N$350 - N$6 000 via webtickets.com.na
• 10:00 COSDEF Swakopmund hosts an Easter Market with activities for the kids, live music and much more. Entrance is free. To book a stand, contact 081 150 5565.
• 10:00 Rundu Easter Festival with arts, entertainment, music, food and drinks at Sisindi Lodge. Tickets: N$50 - N$350 via webtickets.com.na
• 10:00 Swakopmund Night Market Easter edition at the Tiger Reef until 20:00. Info: 081 129 0029 or [email protected]
• 11:30 Zambezi Bream Easter Festival at the Katima Mulilo sports complex until Sunday Tickets: N$50 - N$550.
• 12:00 Easter Family Fun Day at Droombos, with fun for the kids, a sweet treat station, a gin station and much more!
Tuesday 11 April
• 19:00 NEWS hosts a talk by their chairperson Reinhold Mangundu on Rural Revive: Building a desert-based economy at the Namibia Scientific Society.
Friday 14 April
• Kalkfeld 2023 Agri Mega Day with exhibitions and demonstrations, followed by a family day, fun run & ride, exhibitions and a game auction on the 15th. Entrance: N$50, u/12s free. Info and registration: 081 203 1773 or [email protected]
Saturday 15 April
• Dragon Boat races at Heja Lodge, with lots of prizes up for grabs. Participation: N$3 000 per team. Info: 081 128 1152.
Sunday 16 April
• 17:00 Italian duo Sello & Canino present a flute and piano concert hosted by the Italian Cultural Institute of Pretoria in the National Theatre of Namibia. Entrance is free.
Thursday 20 April
• 19:00 Public talk by tourism and hospitality Prof Dr Conny Mayer-Bonde at the Namibia Scientific Society.
Friday 21 April
• 20:00 French pianist Karol Beffa delivers a unique solo piano concert on the silent film The Ladies' Delight at the National Theatre. Tickets: N$250 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 22 April
• 14:00 SA’s Riaan Benade performs live at Presley's Lounge in Windhoek. Tickets: N$350 - N$3500 (VIP table for 4). Info and bookings: 081 261 8142.
Tuesday 25 April
• 19:00 Public talk by CDC Namibia country director Dr Brian Baker at the Namibia Scientific Society.
Friday 28 April
• The City of Windhoek hosts the /Ae//Gams arts & cultural festival at the municipality’s upper parking until the 29th. Info: 061 290 2588 or [email protected]. Applications by musicians, crafters, food vendors, actors, cultural groups and more can apply via www.cityofwindhoek.org.na or visit the municipality's social media pages.
• 19:00 Riaan Smit performs at The Wolfshack. Info & bookings: 081 423 4243.
Saturday 29 April
• Seagulls Potjie Festival at Windpomp 14, with a flea market, food stalls, wine tasting and a play area for the kids. Info [email protected] or 081 127 4435.
• 19:00 King Kandoro performs at Musos Cafe (24 Merensky Street). Tickets: N$150 in advance via quicket.co.za or N$200 at the doors.
Saturday 6 May
• 11:00 Wobbly Wine Warrior race at the Midgard Estate. Enjoy a fun market with food, wine, gin and entertainment. Participation: Teams of four: N$1 200 per team (N$300 per person). Entries close on 28 April. Info: midgardnamibia.com
• 12:00 Sound4Sight music festival featuring Fokofpolisiekar takes place at the Smokey Mare in Windhoek. Tickets: N$250 - N$350 via webtickets.com.na
• 19:00 Africa's biggest R&B party comes to Cafe Capri in Windhoek, with DJ Akio and guests performing. Tickets: N$60 via quicket.co.za
Saturday 13 May
• 08:00 Finkenstein Bush Market at the estate on the outskirts of Windhoek, with entertainment for the whole family until 13:00. Entrance is free. Info: 081 477 3041.
• 19:00 Dr Victor and the Rasta Rebels perform at the Windhoek Country Club. Tickets: N$300 (general admission) and N$400 (golden circle) via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 27 May
• 08:00 Droombos Market until 14:00 with a variety of stalls, horse rides and more. Info: 081 409 2614 or email [email protected]
• 10:00 Die Heuwels Fantasties and Jo Black perform at the Doc Jubber Hockey field. Tickets: eticket.my.na
• It's bigger, it's better and it's back! It’s the Otjiwarongo 4x4 "Vasbyt" at the Paresis showgrounds! Info 0881 248 1190 or 081 124 7184.