Chill with Windhoek Express
Thursday 21 March• 07:00 Independence hike at Farm Godeis. Hike only N$80, or camp and hike at N$220 (bring your camping gear). Info: 081 493 3220.
• 12:00 Freedom to Jive with NaJah, Shikololo and Ras Petu at the Old Location B&R in Windhoek West. Info: 081 738 5170.
• 19:00 Neon night run (2.5, 5 and 10k m), starting at the MTC Dome parking lot in Swakopmund. Info: [email protected]
Friday 22 March
• 19:00 A Night with Slickartie at The Brewers Market. Don't miss out!
Saturday 23 March
• 16:00 Blikweg performs live at Sound Garden in Swakopmund.
• 18:30 Classical concert with the string quartet of the Namibian Chamber Ensemble, performing pieces by Mozart, Dvorak and Beethoven at the Central Hotel in Omaruru. Entrance is free.
Sunday 24 March
• 18:30 Classical concert with the string quartet of the Namibian Chamber Ensemble and special guest Christiane Ast, performing pieces by Mozart, Dvorak and Beethoven at the Namib Primary School in Swakopmund. Entrance is free.
Monday 25 March
• 10:00 The 9th annual Atusheni Women & Youth SME Expo takes place outside the Kuisebmond stadium in Walvis Bay until the 30th. Info and bookings: 081 040 0750.
Tuesday 26 March
• 19:00 “From Windhuk and Daressalam to Tsingtau and Samoa” - a public talk by Michael Falser at the Namibia Scientific Society. Entrance is free.
Wednesday 27 March
• 18:30 Classical concert with the string quartet of the Namibian Chamber Ensemble performing pieces by Mozart, Dvorak and Beethoven at the DHPS auditorium in Windhoek. Entrance is free.
Thursday 28 March
• 10:00 The Windhoek Annual Cultural Festival, sponsored by PSTBET, takes place at the Sam Nujoma Stadium in Windhoek until the 31st. Tickets: N$60 via webtickets.com.na
• 19:00 Commonwealth Fashion Show hosted by the British High Commission and Unam, at the Unam Space Theatre. Tickets: N$100 at the Visual Arts Department or the British High Commission. Info: 061 274 825.
Saturday 30 March
• 08:00 Farmer's Market at the Windhoek Showgrounds until 13:00. Entrance: N$5 for adults, kids and pensioners for free. Upcoming dates: 4 May, 1 June, 29 June, 3 August, 31 August, 2 November, 30 November and 7 December. Info: [email protected]
• 09:00 The Armae venue on the outskirts of Okahandja hosts a rib & pot competition. Armae is looking for the best rib braaier and also the best potjie maker. With entertainment by Werner van Zyl. Info: https://www.facebook.com/armae.namibia
• 09:00 Join a bread-baking course at Goanikontes Oasis with Tannie Rene. Unlock the secrets of crafting the perfect loaf while enjoying a delightful day out. Info: [email protected]
• 11:00 Swakop Indie Music Fest Easter Edition at the Paintball Centre, featuring various local musicians.
• 12:00 Little Jamaica Fest with DJs Claudio, Gabilson, Fafa Bower and Aylton Sena at Eagles Beer Garden in Avis.
• 17:00 The Swakopmund Arts Association hosts Night of the Galleries, with art enthusiasts walking from gallery to gallery in Swakopmund until 21:00.
Thursday 4 April
• 10:00 Join the Outjo Youth Festival until 7 April. The festival will showcase the talents of youths within & around Outjo through sports games (soccer & netball), performances, musical renditions, and dancing. Entrance N$50 via webtickets.com.na
• 19:00 SPCA quiz night at the Old Wheelers Club until 21:00, with lots of fun and laughter, and secret prizes for winners. Participation: N$ 900 for a team of 4 or N$250 per person. Info: [email protected]
• 19:11 WIKA Prinzenball / Royal Ball at the SKW. Tickets: N$250
Friday 5 April
• 16:00 Easter Night Market at Droombos. Entrance N$20 for 13 and above, N$10 for kids under 13, and free for kids under 5 and pensioners. Info [email protected]
• 19:00 WIKA Prunksitzung at the SKW. Tickets: N$300 via www.karneval-in-windhoek.com
• 19:00 The multi-media showcase Ras Sheehama: 3 Decades of Sound takes place at the Nampower Convention Centre, with a second show on the 6th. Tickets: From N$150 via webtickets.com.na
• 19:00 The Wasp, written by Morgan Lloyd Malcolm is performed Backstage in the National Theatre. Tickets: N$150 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 6 April
• 08:00 La Academy presents a Hello Autumn market at the Dagbreek School premises, with festive food, crafts, kid’s activities and more until 14:00. Entrance is free.
• 10:00 Baby Expo and ECD Fair hosted by ML Media Artistry and Health Point in Windhoek until 7 April. Info and stall bookings: 081 811 0210.
• 11:11 WIKA street procession down Independence Avenue, followed by the WIKA beer festival at the SKW. Tickets: N$50 via www.karneval-in-windhoek.com
• 15:30 The Youth Orchestras of Namibia present a cello ensemble concert at the Susanne Grau Heim in Windhoek. Entrance is free, but donations are welcome.
Sunday 7 April
• 11:11 WIKA KiKaWi / Kids Carnival at the SKW. Tickets: N$80 for adults and N$20 for children via www.karneval-in-windhoek.com
Monday 8 April
• 07:30 Netwerk Namibië hosts a breakfast with South African economist Dawie Roodt, themed "Hoe om jouself te posisioneer in 'n onserke wêreld" at the Atlantic Villa Guesthouse in Swakopmund. Tickets: N$450 per person (including breakfast) or N$4500 for a table of 10. Info: [email protected]
Wednesday 10 April
• 07:30 Netwerk Namibië hosts a breakfast with South African economist Dawie Roodt, themed "Hoe om jouself te posisioneer in 'n onserke wêreld" at Droombos in Windhoek. Tickets: N$450 per person (including breakfast) or N$4500 for a table of 10. Info: [email protected]
• 19:11 WIKA HeDaMa / Ladies & Men's Night, and Masked Ball at the SKW. Tickets: N$150 for the ladies, and N$100 for the men via www.karneval-in-windhoek.com
Thursday 11 April
• 19:11 WIKA's first international evening at the SKW. Tickets: N$250 via www.karneval-in-windhoek.com
Friday 12 April
• 19:11 WIKA second international evening at the SKW. Tickets: N$300 via www.karneval-in-windhoek.com
Saturday 13 April
• 12:00 In support of Justice for Animals, a live show featuring Half Jack, Jay, and Lianie May takes place at Nico's Pub & Grill in Windhoek. Tickets: N$200 per person (limited) or N$6000 for a table of 10 that includes canapes and two bottles of wine. Book: [email protected]
• 18:00 An evening at the theatre presented by Connect Dance Studio and performers like Vaughn Ahrens, Lize Visser, RickiG and more at the Berg-Op school hall in Okahandja. Tickets: N$200, which includes a welcoming drink and canapes available from 081 246 5487. Dress: Black tie/evening wear.
• 19:11 WIKA JuKa / Youth Carnival at the SKW. Tickets: N$80 via www.karneval-in-windhoek.com
Sunday 14 April
• 11:11 Kehraus / Last dance at the SKW. Tickets: N$50 via www.karneval-in-windhoek.com
Saturday 20 April
• 18:00 A concert by SA's West takes place at the Windhoek Afrikaans Private School in support of Drought Relief Namibia. Tickets: N$180 per person or N$3500 for a table of 8. Tickets: WhatsApp to 081 124 9670.
• 19:00 Capricorn Private Wealth Baroque Festival 2024 - with the Namibian National Symphony Orchestra accompanying several young Namibian musicians performing music from the baroque era. Tickets: N$130 - N$200 via webtickets.com.na
Wednesday 24 April
• The annual Tourism Expo takes place at the Windhoek Country Club until the 26th. Info: nte.nmh.com.na
Friday 26 April
• The KosMOS Fees takes place at the Wanderers Sports Club in Windhoek and continues on the 27th. Info: [email protected]
• 19:00 The City of Windhoek hosts the /Ae//Gams cultural festival at the municipality's upper parking until the 27th. Info: [email protected] or [email protected]
• 19:00 The Next Ma/Gaisa Star Season 3 Final takes place at the National Theatre. Tickets: From N$250 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 27 April
• 09:00 The Windhoek SPCA hosts a yard sale as a fundraiser for animals in need. Donate your stuff now! Deliveries can be made at 145 Robert Mugabe Avenue or call 061 238 654 to make alternative arrangements.
Tuesday 30 April
• 12:00 The Ondangwa Trade & Industrial Exhibition takes place until 4 May, featuring food and beverages, SMEs and much more. Info: 065 240 101.
Thursday 9 May
• NamBurn - the Namibian Burn based on the principles of the Burning Man festival - takes place at Blumfelde until 14 May. Tickets: Starting from N$400 via quicket.co.za
• 20:00 As part of the Tourism Expo, the Carnival of Flames - a fire and dance extravaganza - takes place at the Windhoek Country Club. Tickets: N$155 for adults, N$55 for children (6-12) and free for pensioners and kids under 6. Tickets: https://eticket.my.na/
Friday 10 May
• Camp Rock Namibia takes place until 12 May at Monte Christo Game Farm. Info: 081 719 1888 or [email protected]
Friday 17 May
• 16:00 The Bank Windhoek Seawork Seafood & Music Festival takes place at the Olympia Swimming Pool in the capital until the 18th.
Tuesday 11 June
• 19:00 South African comedian Schalk Bezuidenhout presents Crowd Pleaser at Sound Garden in Swakopmund, with a second show on the 12th. Tickets: From N$200 via quicket.co.za
Thursday 13 June
• 19:00 South African comedian Schalk Bezuidenhout presents Crowd Pleaser at the National Theatre in Windhoek. Tickets: From N$200 via quicket.co.za
Friday 5 July
• Oshakati Bike Fest until the 6th, with live bands, an auction and a Cuca Run. Info: [email protected]
Thursday 22 August
• The annual Outjo Game Festival takes place at Sophienhof until the 24th, featuring performances by a host of artists and fun for the whole family! Check out outjowildsfees.com for more info.
Friday 23 August
• The Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair takes place until the 31st. Info: oatf.com.na