Chill with Windhoek Express
Currently running• Lisa Voigts' exhibition Care can be viewed at The Project Room until 9 September.
• Tsamma Time, an exhibition by the Omba Arts Trust, can be viewed at the National Art Gallery until 23 September.
Thursday 7 September
• 18:00 The opening of Bowled Over - a group exhibition of handcrafted pottery - takes place at the Bellhaus Gallery in Windhoek. The exhibition can be viewed until 23 September.
• 19:00 The Namibia Scientific Society hosts its Annual General Meeting. Besides attending in person, you can do so online via https://zoom.us/j/8023841980
Friday 8 September
• 09:00 Oriêgê Fest at the upper parking at the Windhoek municipality until 10 September, featuring art and rhinos, starring Mas Muziq. Continues until Sunday, 10 September. Tickets: N$50 - N$80 via webtickets.com.na
• 18:00 Amberscape performs at Muso’s Café and Bar. Tickets: N$30.
Saturday 9 September
• 08:00 Spring festival and bazaar at the Reformed Church in Schlettwein Street, Pionierspark until 13:00, with food stalls, games for the kids, a tea garden, potjiekos competition and much more!
• 08:30 Momentum hosts the Womentum experience, with guest speakers Stacey Susa-Pinto, Ronel de Beer, Desere Lundon-Muller, Laimi Elago, Saray Khumalo, Estelle Tjpuka and Carina Bruwer at Droombos. Tickets: N$500 via eticket.my.na
• 08:30 Finkenstein Spring Bush Market at the estate on the outskirts of town until 13:00, with entertainment and food for the whole family. Entrance is free. Info: 081 477 3041.
• 09:00 Liefde by die Nam at WHS Vegkop, with Die Heuwels Fantasties, Francois van Coke, Appel, Snotkop, Robbie Wessels, Early B, Tasche, Riana Nel, Bobby van Jaarsveld, Barto, Sagarias Tsam, Justin Vega, Lin-Mari and Riaan Smit. Info: liefdebydienam.co.za
• 11:00 Spring Market Vibes at the Windhoek Country Club until 23:00, with a variety of delectable food, live DJs and the prettiest and coldest drinks.
• 11:00 Silver & Olive floral painting at ETC (old Chopsis). Let your artistic spirit bloom as you immerse in a world of music, colour, petals and candles. This is a Collaboration between Secret Sunrise Namibia and Silver & Olive. Tickets: N$450 via webtickets.com.na
• 14:00 3D flower canvas art at Chic Creative Cottage in Swakopmund. Tickets: N$350 (includes all material as well as a welcome drink and light snacks). Info [email protected] or 081 147 2636.
• 18:00 Saxophone jams with Gareth Harvey at GoodFellas Pizza & Pub.
• 19:00 The Namibian National Symphony Orchestra hosts their annual Concerto Festival conducted by Christian Ludwig and with special guest Emily Dangwa, at the DHPS Aula. Tickets: N$200 for adults, N$120 for students and pensioners via webtickets.com.na in advance, or N$240 for adults and N$150 for pensioners and students at the doors. A second performance takes place on the 10th.
• 20:00 Strictly Soul Windhoek edition takes place at The Wine Bar. Tickets: N$100 via quicket.co.za
Cup for Cancer with Cordelia
In support of breast cancer awareness, to beat late staging and advanced brease cancer in Namibia, SA's Cordelia performs as follows:
• Wednesday 13 September 18:30: Dutch Reformed church hall Pionierspark. Tickets: CAN Headoffice
• Thursday 14 September 18:30: Walvis Bay town hall. Tickets: CAN Erongo
• Friday 15 September 18:30: Crocodile farm, Otjiwarongo. Tickets at the Crocodile farm
• Saturday 16 September 18:00: Kupferquelle resort, Tsumeb. Tickets: Wellspring Cafe
Tickets cost N$250 in advance and N$300 at the doors.
Friday 15 September
• 17:00 Get your tickets now for the DHPS Wine Fest! Besides top wines and bubblies, delicious canapés and sweet treats, live music and more can be enjoyed during a relaxed sundowner in an idyllic atmosphere. Tickets: N$450 in advance from 061 373 145 or [email protected]
• 18:00 A Thin Line, an exhibition by Namibian-born, South African-based artist Lisette Forsyth opens at The Project Room. It can be viewed until 7 October.
• 18:30 Roots Gymnasium "Kuierfees" at Stampriet with entertainment by Wayne Blaauw. Info: 081 280 2497.
Saturday 16 September
• 08:00 The 061 High School Bash brings together more than 40 Windhoek high schools together, under the theme of shining light on the Namibian child's talent at the Sam Nujoma Stadium until 19:00. Tickets: N$40 via webtickets.com.na
• 09:00 Mimosa breakfast with Marciel Hopkins, presenter of Bravo and Boer Soek 'n Vrou, at Droombos Country Estate. Tickets: N$495 via Quicket.co.za
• 10:00 Artisan Market at the Namibian Arts Association until 16:00. Entrance: N$20.
• 18:30 The Jazz Songbook with Gareth Harvey and Jessica Strydom at Godenfang in Walvis Bay.
• 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.
Sunday 17 September
• 15:00 Drag Night Namibia presents Unplugged at Anna's Kloovenburg Shop in Windhoek. Dress code: Vintage. Tickets: N$300 via webtickets.com.na. Info: 081 277 1671.
Friday 22 September
• 19:00 SA's Loufi live at MYNT. Tickets: N$100 - N$350 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 23 September
• 08:30 Yellowstone Trails spring market on the outskirts of Ludwigsdorf. Join in for a day filled with wine tastings, gin tastings, craft beer, hand-picked vendors, fresh produce, various food choices, music, face painting, jumping castles and more. Tickets: N$20 for adults and N$10 for children 7 and up. Info: 081 230 6776.
• 09:00 Walvis Bay Senior Citizen fun day at the Kuisebmund Secondary School sports field, with boeresport, egg & spoon, soccer, and much more. Entrance is free! Info 081 576 9690.
• 18:00 Spring Serenade - choirs in concert - with the Windhoeker Männerchor and the Camerata Vocale Ensemble at De Kayak. Tickets: N$100 for adults and N$50 for adults, which includes a welcoming drink. Light meals and a cash bar will be available. Info: Caroline Daub at 081 467 6900.
• 18:30 Join in a night of fun and laughter with South African comedian Pietman Geldenhuys at The Village Garden in Windhoek. Tickets: N$250 via webtickets.com.na. Food and drinks will be on sale.
• 19:00 SA's Loufi performs at Sound Garden in Swakopmund. Tickets: N$200 in advance or N$300 at the doors.
Tuesday 26 September
• The Annual NamPort Maritime Week takes place at NamPort until the 30th.
Wednesday 27 September
• 07:00 The Women and Agriculture Summit takes place in the National Theatre in Windhoek until the 28th at 18:00. Tickets: N$195 via quicket.co.za
Friday 29 September
• 09:00 The SB09 Music Festival takes place at the Unam stadium until the 30th, featuring a variety of local artists. Tickets: N$40 - N$1500 via webtickets.com.na
• 17:00 Good Food Market at The Village in Windhoek. Tickets: N$30 - N$100 via webtickets.com.na. Info: www.villagewhk.com
• 18:00 John Rock Prophet performs at the Sound Garden in Swakopmund.
• The Walvis Bay Backyard Tenants host a fundraiser at Independence Beach until the 30th. Info: 081 388 4314.
Saturday 30 September
• 09:00 King Kong Pool Party at Dolphin Park, Walvis Bay. Tickets: N$350 - N$3000 via webtickets.com.na
• 09:00 A Food Fair takes place at the Walvis Bay Civic Centre. Info: 064 2013 234.
• 09:00 Oktoberfest at the Armae venue on the outskirts of Okahandja. Info: 081 129 6905.
• 09:30 Future Females Windhoek hosts a small business expo at Wanderers in Windhoek. Tickets: N$90 - N$110 via webtickets.com.na. Apply for a stall via https://bit.ly/FFBusinessExpo2023Application
• 10:30 Yenda Summer Festival at the Katima Sports Complex, featuring a variety of musicians and music genres in a series of live performances. Tickets: N$60 via webtickets.com.na
• 11:00 Wernhil fashion show featuring wearable summer trends. Tickets: N$170 via webtickets.com.na. Info: https://wernhil.com
• 17:00 Hope in God's Promises gospel show at The Zoo Park in Windhoek with performances by various artists. Tickets: N$200 via webtickets.com.na
• 18:00 Theo Watt (former Rockets frontman) & The Legacy from SA perform at the Windhoek Country Club, with Namibian supporting acts The Weekend Band, Gyzie and JD Waxa. Tickets: N$250 – N$600 via webtickets.com.na
Tuesday 3 October
• 20:00 SA's Jan Blohm performs at Two Oceans in Walvis Bay. Tickets cost N$200 in advance and N$250 at the doors. Golden Circle tickets cost N$350. Info:
Wednesday 4 October
• 19:00 SA's Jan Blohm performs at the Sound Garden in Swakopmund, with a second performance on Thursday, 5 October.
Thursday 5 October
• 10:00 Kasi Vibe Festival Vol 12 at the Sam Nujoma Stadium in Windhoek until the 8th. Info: [email protected]
Friday 6 October
• 17:00 The Healing Vocals Choir perform at the Zoo Park in Windhoek. Tickets: N$50 - N$150 via webtickets.com.na
• 19:00 SA's Jan Blohm performs at Kamp Vrede outside Windhoek, along with openers Andre Havenga, Jacob & Taylor, and JYED. A second performance takes place on the 7th. Tickets: N$200 and up.
Saturday 7 October
• The Sphinxblick open-air rock festival takes place at Farm Sphinxblick until the 8th, with performances by Roadhouse Blues, Crimson House, Weissdorn, Wicked World, Akkedis, Amberscape, ANF, Jacob & Taylor and others. Tickets: N$880 (which includes camping for the weekend); kids u/14 are free. Info: [email protected]
• 08:00 A farmer's market takes place at the Windhoek showgrounds until 13:00. Next dates: 4 November, 2 December and 9 December (Christmas market). Entrance: N$5 for adults and children free. Info: 081 277 8766 or [email protected]
• 09:30 Join the Sanlam Hats & Roses breakfast in support of the Cancer Association at the Windhoek Country Club. Tickets: N$650 or N$1 000 (VIP) which includes a light meal. Theme: Hats, Roses & Butterflies. Info: 061 237 740.
• 11:00 The Atlantis Oktoberfest takes place at the sports club in Walvis Bay until late, with live music, stalls and fun games!
• 11:00 Oktoberfest at the Swakopmund Paintball Centre.
• 18:00 Mayoral fundraising gala at the Walvis Bay town hall. Call 064 2013 234 for more info.
Wednesday 11 October
• 19:00 SA's Akkedis performs at the Sound Garden in Swakopmund.
Friday 13 October
• 16:00 The Kalkrand Farmer's Association hosts a braai competition at the Mariental showgrounds and continues until the 14th. Theme: 'n Boer maak 'n plan. Info: 081 275 5520 or [email protected]
• 19:00 Halloween party with The Yesterdaye at the Sound Garden in Swakopmund.
Saturday 21 October
• 09:00 Tea Party 4 Hope in support of the Cancer Association of Namibia at the Doc Jubber Fields in Windhoek. Tickets: N$400 via webtickets.com.na
• 09:30 The Santam Hats & Roses women's gala morning takes place in Swakopmund at the MTC Dome. Tickets: N$650 and N$1 000 for VIP, which includes a light meal. Theme: Hats, roses and butterflies. Tickets are available from the Cancer Association of Namibia’s PayToday platform. Info: 064 461 271
• 16:00 German beer festival with Gert Meyer at the Sound Garden in Swakopmund.
Wednesday 25 October
• The Erongo Business & Tourism Expo takes place at the Walvis Bay Civic Centre until the 28th. Info: 081 285 2980.
Friday 27 October
• The annual Oktoberfest takes place at the SKW and continues on the 28th. More details to follow!
• 19:00 The Wolfshack in Windhoek hosts a Halloween Party until 23:00, with entertainment by DJ Musketeer. Entrance is free.
Saturday 28 October
• 07:00 The annual Walk for Bibles event hosted by the Bible Society takes place at Wanderers Sports Ground in Pionierspark. Info: 083 333 7778 or [email protected]
• 18:00 Adoration HC and friends in concert recording at the Top Deck parking at the Windhoek municipality. Tickets: N$100 via webtickets.com.na
Monday 30 October
• The annual Windhoek Christmas Village takes place at Wanderers until 3 November. Info: 081 563 4431. Apply before 1 September.
Wednesday 1 November
• 18:00 The MTC Windhoek Fashion Week opens at the NamPower Convention Centre and continues until the 4th. Tickets: From N$200 via webtickets.com.na
Friday 3 November
• Camp Rock takes place at Farm Monte Christo - 30km north of Windhoek - until the 5th. Keep an eye on social media for more info.