Chill with Windhoek Express
Currently running• The National Ceramics Biennale takes place at the National Art Gallery until 28 September.
• Pedro Vorster exhibits eight paintings along the Bellhaus Atelier's "living wall". Opening times are from 09:00 to 17:30 during the week and from 09:00 to 12:30 on Saturdays. View until 12:30.
Friday 6 September
• 08:00 The Namibia Creative Summit takes place at the National Theatre, bringing together creatives, media, corporates and policymakers.
• 18:00 The Namibia Scientific Society hosts its annual Southern Star Party at Gross Barmen until 8 September - arranged by amateur astronomers for amateur astronomers. Info: [email protected] or 061 225 372.
• 18:00 First Fridays night market hosts a sip, shop & paint at ETC in Garten Street, Windhoek. Tickets: N$100 at the doors.
• 18:00 Amberscape with special guest Noodhulp van Mars perform at Musos. Tickets: N$30 at the doors.
• 18:30 The Purple Fig cooking school hosts an evening of culinary delights and artistic mastery at the Arebbusch Lodge. Tickets: N$680, which includes a 5-course fine dining meal and entertainment by Lin-Mari Coetzee.
• 19:00 This month's edition of Night Under the Stars at the Goethe-Institut features Janelle Botha & Die Wandelaars. Tickets: N$50 at the doors.
Saturday 7 September
• 10:00 The Deep Dive Vol 2 seafood and wine festival takes place at the Handle Bar in Windhoek, with seafood, gourmet dishes and desserts, an extensive selection of wines and craft drinks, along with a vibrant line-up of local and South African artists.
• 11:00 The Deep in the City Festival with music and stalls, takes place at the Doc Jubber hockey fields in Windhoek and continues on the 8th. Tickets: From N$70 via webtickets.com.na
• 11:00 There's a spring Frühschoppen at Altstadt Restaurant in Swakopmund, with live music by Tin Heads. Entrance is free.
• 14:00 Iconic Music Fest with Kwetsa, Sir Tril, Gazza, King Tee Dee, KP Illest, DJ Vuyo, Lioness, Ethnix, Yeezir, Azaria and DJ Alba performing in Parking Lot 6 of the Gustav Voights Centre. Tickets: N$250 - N$2500 via webtickets.com.na
• 16:00 The Miss Okahandja beauty pageant takes place at the Okahandja municipal hall. Tickets: N$100 via webtickets.com.na
• 18:00 SA's Biggy performs at Kippies Dance Bar (next to Iron House Gym). Tickets: N$250 (general) to N$700 (VIP, which admits 2 and includes a beer bucket), available via the KuduKey app.
• 19:00 Strictly Soul is back, with a full night dedicated to a full night to Brandy, Beyonce, TLC, Mary J Blige, T-Pain, SZA, and more at The Village Garden in Windhoek! Tickets: From N$100 via quicket.co.za
Sunday 8 September
• 08:00 The SPCA hosts its annual Mutt Strutt starting at Eagles restaurant. Registrations take place until 7 September at 12:00 at the SPCA. If you don't have a dog - no worries! The SPCA has one for you! Entry: N$100. Info: [email protected]
Thursday 12 September
• 18:00 Miss Etiquette 2024 takes place at the Holy Cross Convent hall. Tickets: N$80, available from the grade 7 Etiquette ladies.
• 19:00 The Botanic Society hosts a talk by Karen Nott on the poaching of Namibia's protected succulent plants, at the NBRI lecture room in Orban Street.
Routrip tour with Elzabe Zietsman (Afrikaans)
• Friday 13 September, 19:00: Die Skuur, Mariental
• Saturday 14 September, 19:00: Red Gallery, Droombos, Windhoek
• Tuesday 17 September, 19:00: Crocodile farm, Otjiwarongo
• Wednesday 18 September, 19:00: Namib Primary school hall, Swakopmund
• Thursday 19 September, 18:30: Walvis Bay Private School.
Tickets: N$200 and up via eticket.my.na
Friday 13 September
• 18:30 South Africa's Nadine performs at the Windhoek High School hall. Tickets: N$120 - N$500 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 14 September
• 18:00 South African singer Nadine performs at the Leonardville "Boerekuier" in the FA hall. Tickets: N$200 for adults, N$100 for kids from 6 to 12, and children under 6 for free, which includes a meal. Tickets: 081 328 0280 or 081 239 2439.
Wednesday 18 September
• The annual Grootfontein Agricultural Show takes place until the 20th. Check out their Facebook page for more details.
Thursday 19 September
• 20:00 The Küska royal ball takes place at the Haus der Jugend in Swakopmund.
Friday 20 September
• 19:00 The Reit Club Otjiwarongo hosts a spring dance with Werner van Zyl. Entrance is free, with specials on drinks and meals.
• 19:00 Elzabé Zietsman and the OYO Dance Project host Femme is Fatale (in Afrikaans) at the DHPS school hall. Tickets: N$250 for adults and N$200 for pensioners via eticket.my.na.
• 20:11 The first Küska International evening takes place at the Haus der Jugend in Swakopmund.
Saturday 21 September
• 09:00 The second Liefde by die Nam music festival takes place at the WHS Vegkop stadium in Windhoek, with performances by top South African and local artists. Tickets: N$200 and up via www.liefdebydiedam.co.za
• 10:00 The Goethe-Institut in Windhoek hosts a family Oktoberfest and open day, with good music, delicious food, children's activities, craft beer and more. Tickets: N$30 at the gates.
Tuesday 24 September
• 20:00 The second Küska international evening takes place at the Haus der Jugend in Swakopmund.
Wednesday 25 September
• 20:00 Küska ladies' night at the Haus der Jugend in Swakopmund.
Friday 27 September
• 20:00 South African comedian Barry Hilton performs at Sound Garden in Swakopmund, with a second performance on the 28th. Tickets: N$250 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 28 September
• 08:00 Are you the ultimate braai master? Join the Round Table at the Rare Smokey Mare to check out who is! All proceeds are in support of the Senior Park old age home in Pioneers Park. Info [email protected]
• 08:30 The annual Wonder Women Wellness Morning takes place at the Dutch Reformed church Suiderhof, with an exciting programme and updated structure. Tickets: N$180.
• 09:00 The SPCA in Windhoek hosts a yard sale for animals in need until 13:00. Donate whatever you don't need anymore!
• 11:00 The Küska street procession takes place from M+Z Motors in Lüderitz Street.
• 19:00 The Windhoeker Männerchor and Let's Sing Vocal Ensemble host a Spring Serenade at De Kayak in Olympia. Tickets: N$110 via webtickets.com.na
• 20:00 Vocalcast Production presents With Love From Cape Town - a spectacular musical featuring the cream of Cape Town's entertainers, including Loukmaan Adams, Don Vino, Sasha-Lee Davis, Nur Abrahams and Loren Erasmus at the Windhoek Country Club. Info: 081 414 9144.
• 20:00 John Rock Prophet performs at the Armae venue on the outskirts of Okahandja. Tickets: N$200, which includes a braai. Info: 081 129 6905.
Friday 3 October
• 10:00 Kasi Vibe Festival Vol. 14 takes place at the Sam Nujoma stadium in the capital until the 6th. Tickets: From N$25 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 5 October
• 09:00 The Armae venue on the outskirts of Okahandja hosts an Oktoberfest featuring Hannes Kaufmann and his "Kapelle".
• 09:00 Join the 5th Windhoek Scouts for Frühschoppen at 9 Lotz Street in Windhoek until 15:00.
• 10:00 The annual Hats & Roses event in support of the Cancer Association takes place in the grand ballroom of the Mercure Hotel in Windhoek, featuring PJ Powers Thandeka as guest artist.
• 10:00 The Swakopmund Adventure Park & Paintball Centre hosts their annual Oktoberfest.
Friday 11 October
• Join a camp and wine weekend with Camping in Namibia at Boshoff Family Wines in the Otavi Valley until Sunday. Space is limited, so bookings are essential. Cost: Starting from N$1350 p/p for 2 nights, which includes wine tasting, sundowners, potjie, live music and a fire show. Info: 084 000 9178.
• 18:00 Kulture Konnect 2 at the Stick and Whistle in Windhoek. Tickets: From N$60 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 12 October
• 09:00 The Tea Party 4 Hope at the Mercure Hotel seeks to uplift those impacted by cancer by actively engaging the communities about cancer prevention and awareness. Tickets: From N$600 via webtickets.com.na
• 09:00 Ladies breakfast themed "Be brave - embrace your season" with Astrid O'Callaghan, Elmarie Pretorius, Alicia Buckle (make-up artist) and entertainment by Tania Wiese at the Swakopmund Hotel & Entertainment Centre. Tickets: N$900 per person or N$8 800 for a table of 10. Visit https://bebrave.events/ for more info and early bird discounts.
Saturday 26 October
• 08:00 LA Academy hosts a Spring Market at the Dagbreek School soccer fields in Windhoek until 15:00, with food, arts & crafts and entertainment. Info: 081 268 4758.
Wednesday 30 October
• The Erongo Business & Expo takes place at the Walvis Bay Civic Centre until 2 November.