Chill with Windhoek Express
Currently running• A Thin Line, an exhibition by Namibian-born, South African-based artist Lisette Forsyth can be viewed at The Project Room until 7 October.
Friday 28 September
Roof of Africa presents the Roof Festival during the Windhoek show.
- Thursday 28: The Ells (fireworks at 20:00)
- Friday 29: The Ells
- Saturday 30 at 13:00 - 18:00 George Longane
- Saturday 30: Riaan Smit
All shows take place from 18:00 - 21:00, unless otherwise stated.
Thursday 28 September
• 19:00 The Upper Swakop Basin Management Committee presents a position statement on water management in Central Namibia at the Namibia Scientific Society in Windhoek.
Friday 29 September
• The 22nd annual Fish Eagle Rally takes place until 1 October at the Jan Wilken Stadium in Walvis Bay. Weekend entry: N$300 or N$50 on Friday and N$100 on Saturday. Info: [email protected] or 081 896 4050 or 081 247 6535.
• 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 Eros, with high-end products in a relaxing atmosphere. Tickets: N$30 - N$100 via webtickets.com.na
• 18:00 John Rock Prophet performs at the Sound Garden in Swakopmund.
• 18:00 Ehangano concert by Ally Tobias at the NG Church Eros. Tickets: N$250 - N$350 via webtickets.com.na
• 19:00 This month's edition of Acoustic Friday at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre features the Savannah Afros. Tickets: N$100 in advance and N$120 at the doors.
• The Walvis Bay Backyard Tenants host a fundraiser at Independence Beach until the 30th. Info: 081 388 4314.
Saturday 30 September
• 08:00 Spring Market at Droombos estate until 14:00. Entrance: N$20 for adults; N$10 for children under 13; pensioners and kids under 5 free.
• 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 Checkers Bridal Couple of the Year competition final at Maerua Mall, in front of Mr Price Clothing until 12:00.
• 11:00 Wernhil fashion show featuring wearable summer trends. Tickets: N$170 via webtickets.com.na. Info: https://wernhil.com
• 16:00 Night Market at the Swakopmund Entertainment Centre until 22:00. Info: 081 810 2629 or [email protected]
• 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
• 19:00 The Yesterdaye Sound and Colour Experience Vol 2 at the Sweet Side of Thingz in Independence Avenue in Windhoek. Tickets: N$120 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 Chillz with Twaps - TikTok edition at the old XS Lounge in the southern industrial area. Tickets: N$50 - N$200 via webtickets.com.na
• 11:00 Oktoberfest at the Swakopmund Paintball Centre.
• 12:00 Family Oktoberfest at the Goethe Institute in Windhoek, with craft beer, live music, games and German cuisine. Tickets: N$30.
• 16:00 The annual Windhoek Jazz Festival takes place at Vegkop (WHS), featuring Jonathan Butler, Savannah Afros, The Yesterdaye, Suzy Eises, Erna Chimu, Esme Songbird, Naja and Bonganisoul. Tickets: From N$30o via Webtickets.com.na
• 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]
• 18:30 Dîner en Blanc wine, dine and dance at the Swakopmund Hotel and Entertainment Centre. Tickets: N$650, which includes a 3-course meal and entertainment.
• 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.
• 11:00 Summer Sizzle at Presley's Lounge in Windhoek, featuring Jessica Ashley, Gareth Harvey, JP Kotze, Lin-Mari, Johnny Louw, Gloria Del Mar, Riaan Smit, The Yesterday, The Ells, and YD Fresh. Tickets: N$120 via webtickets.com.na
• 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.
• The Sport Expo and Conference take place at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund, concluding with the NASA Sport Awards on the 28th. Info: 081 211 2793.
• 19:00 The National Ballet School presents The Nutcracker in the National Theatre until the 28th. Tickets: N$180 (cash or PayToday), available at St George's Church Hall (Conradie Street) Monday to Thursday from 13:00 to 17:30.
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]
• 09:00 Youth bash with Rotas the Rapper at Jubilee Ministries in Rehoboth. The day starts with a breakfast meet & greet. Tickets: N$50. This is followed by a live show at 18:00. Tickets: N$50 for kids and N$100 for adults. Info: 081 710 6620.
• 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
• 18:00 FOE presents Fright Night Halloween Party at NIMMS restaurant in the Independence museum. Tickets: N$60 - N$1 500 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
Thursday 2 November
• 15:00 (kiddies show) & 18:00 (over 16s only) Halloween Magic - Finding Nakasalasala by Tangeni the Magician at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre. Tickets: N$60 to N$100 via webtickets.com.na
• 19:00 "Laerskool Noord" - a comedy in Afrikaans hosted by the Windhoek Woordfees at Droombos Estate. Tickets: N$250 via eticket.my.na
Friday 3 November
• 18:00 Halloween Horror Night with ANF and Amberscape at Muso's in Windhoek. Tickets: N$100 (discounted when dressed to scare!).
• 19:00 "Laerskool Noord" - a comedy in Afrikaans hosted by the Windhoek Woordfees at the Walvis Bay Private School. Tickets: N$250 via eticket.my.na
• Camp Rock takes place at Farm Monte Christo - 30km north of Windhoek - until the 5th. Keep an eye on social media for more info.
Saturday 4 November
• Mabaruli Cycling Events hosts a social challenge from Windhoek to Stofpad. Info: [email protected] or 081 821 8659.
• Sekelbos Tops Festival in Otjiwarongo, with fun for young and old. More info to follow.
• 12:00 Private School Session with SA's Kelvin Momo and various local artists at the WHS Vegkop. Tickets: N$150 - N$250 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 11 November
• 08:00 Finkenstein Christmas Bush Market, with entertainment for the whole family until 14:00. Info: 081 477 3041.
• 11:00 Rockaz reunion at the Sam Nujoma Stadium in Windhoek. Tickets: N$30 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 18 November
• 18:30 Channel 7 hosts their 30th gala dinner at the Windhoek Country Club. Info: 061 420 850.
Saturday 25 November
• 14:00 AfroSol Festival - One mic stand spoken word and poetry at Palm Tree Park in Windhoek. Tickets: N$120 - N$200 via webtickets.com.na
• 17:00 The Restoration Concert at the Hage Geingob stadium in Windhoek. Tickets: N$200 - N$250 via webtickets.com.na