Chill with Windhoek Express
Currently running• Omusimanekwa John, an exhibition in honour of the late John Muafangejo, can be viewed until 11 November.
• Christmas in the Sand, a collection of work by Susi Asmus, Margit Calegari and Nockels Werner, can be viewed at the Omba Gallery until 31 October.
Friday 13 October
• 09:00 In celebration of Arbour Day, the Botanic Society will be planting a donated tree at the new lookout location in Windhoek's botanic gardens.
• 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]
• 18:00 The Project Room presents This Moment, an exhibition by students of the Barbara Böhlke Art School for the benefit of young cancer patients. View until 21 October.
• 19:00 Halloween party with The Yesterdaye at the Sound Garden in Swakopmund.
Saturday 14 October
• 08:00 The Botanic Society hosts a guided walk in Windhoek's botanic gardens, guided by Albertina Fillipus. Books, cards, t-shirts and refreshments will be on sale.
• 12:00 Flamingo Villas in Walvis Bay hosts a Pink Ribbon High Tea in support of the Cancer Association of Namibia. Tickets: N$350. Info: 064 205 631.
• 18:00 Back by popular demand, Drag Night Namibia presents "Unplugged" at Francesco's in Liliencron Street. Tickets: N$150 via webtickets.com.na
Wednesday 18 October
• 18:30 Don’t miss the sculptor's meet & greet at the Namibian Arts Association in Windhoek. Come meet like-minded people to share your ideas and experiences and help shape the growing Namibian Arts Industry.
Thursday 19 October
• 18:00 The annual Tree Awards take place at the Botanic Research Institute (8 Orban Street), followed by an illustrated talk by Theo Ickua of the Green Earth Project. Refreshments will be available thereafter.
• 19:00 The Spanish Embassy in Namibia and the OYO Dance Troupe present A Picassiana Dance at the National Theatre in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Picasso's death at the National Theatre. Entrance is free, however, tickets need to be collected from the NTN in advance.
• 19:00 The Franco-Namibian Culture Centre (FNCC) and Namibia Scientific Society host a public talk by Mathieu de Naurois, Astronomer and deputy director of H.E.S.S. on “A Space Talk on Cosmic Rays”. Venue: FNCC
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 Sports Expo and Conference take place at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund, concluding with the NASA Sports 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 Swakopmund International Trade Expo takes place at the Vineta sports stadium until November 4th. Info: [email protected]
• The annual Windhoek Christmas Village takes place at Wanderers until 3 November. Info: 081 563 4431. Apply before 1 September.
Windhoek Woordfees
• 1 November at 18:00 Liefdesbriewe in Swakopmund at the MTC Dome. Tickets: N$150
• 1 November at 20:00 Marion Holm in Swakopmund at the MTC Dome. Tickets: N$250
• 2 November at 19:00 Laerskool Noord at Walvis Bay Private School. Tickets: N$250
• 3 November at 18:30 Liefdesbriewe at the Droombos Red Gallery. Tickets: N$150
• 3 November at 20:00 Laerskool Noord at the Droombos Black Barn. Tickets: N$250
• 3 November at 20:00 Joshua na die Reën at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund. Tickets: N$250
• 4 November at 10:00 ATKV Tienertoneel at the Droombos Black Barn. Tickets: N$50
• 4 November at 11:00 Poppekas with Oom Rias in the Droombos gardens. Tickets: N$50
• 4 November at 11:00 Skrywersgesprekke at the Droombos Red Gallery. Tickets: N$50
• 4 November at 15:30 Hoerkind at the Droombos Black Barn. Tickets: N$250
• 4 November at 17:30 Marion Holm at the Droombos Black Barn. Tickets: N$250
• 4 November at 20:00 Joshua na die Reën at the Droombos Black Barn. Tickets: N$250
• 5 November at 18:00 Choir concert in the Droombos gardens. Tickets: N$50
All tickets are available via https://eticket.my.na/
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
Friday 3 November
• 15:00 The Wine Shop in Windhoek's annual Wine Festival takes place until the 4th at 22:00. Tickets: N$150 via quicket.co.za
• 18:00 Halloween Horror Night with ANF and Amberscape at Muso's in Windhoek. Tickets: N$100 (discounted when dressed to scare!).
• 19:00 Reggae Vibrations with Ras Adee, Ngatu and SetSon, and the Mighty Dreads at Etc (Old Chopsies). Tickets: N$80 in advance via webtickets.com.na or N$100 at the gates (not fixed). Info 081 881 3449.
• 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
• 08:00 A farmer's market takes place at the Windhoek showgrounds until 13:00. Next dates: 2 December and 9 December (Christmas market). Entrance: N$5 for adults and children free. Info: 081 277 8766 or [email protected]
• 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
Friday 10 November
• 18:30 Voice of Namibia finals take place at De Kayak in Windhoek. Tickets: N$250 via WhatsApp to 081 333 5647. A cash bar is available and food will be for sale.
Saturday 11 November
• 08:00 Finkenstein Christmas Bush Market, with entertainment for the whole family until 14:00. Info: 081 477 3041.
• 09:00 Vivid Women's Conference - themed Reflections: When the fight calls - at the Echo Centre in Windhoek. Tickets: N$250 via webtickets.com.na
• 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.
Andre the Hilarious Hypnotist Namibian Tour
• 24 November: Dagbreek school hall, Windhoek
• 25 November: NG Church Pionierspark
• 27 November: Swakopmund Paintball Centre
• 28 November: Walvis Bay Bowls Club
• 29 November: Sparta United Club
All shows start at 18:00. Tickets: N$190 via webtickets.com.na
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
Saturday 2 December
• 08:00 Caribbean sunsets at the Mondesa sports field in Swakopmund, with food, drinks, live performances and VIP bars. Tickets: N$70 via webtickets.com.na
• 18:00 Mi Casa and other DJs perform at the WHS Vegkop stadium. Tickets: N$450 - N$600.
Sunday 3 December
• 12:00 Jazz on the Lawn with Don Vino and Judith Sephuma at the WHS Vegkop stadium in Windhoek until 19:00. Tickets: N$400 - N$550 via myeticket.na
Saturday 9 December
• 09:00 TopCheri Kiddies Concert and Play Day with Sugar King at the Doc Jubber Fields in Windhoek. Tickets: N$40 - N$60 via webtickets.com.na
• 18:00 The Namibian Annual Music Awards take place at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund.
Thursday 14 December
• The annual Nedbank Food Festival takes place at the amphitheatre in Swakopmund until the 16th.
Wednesday 20 December
• 19:00 Tribute to Johnny Cash by Riaan Smit and his band at the Swakopmund Hotel & Entertainment Centre. Tickets: N$200 via webtickets.com.na
Thursday 28 December
• 11:00 Namib Rage Events presents sounds of Summer at Langstrand until late. More info to follow.
Friday 26 January 2024
• 10:00 Stars Under African Skies, featuring Anna-Maria Zimmermann, Mickie Krause and Markus & Yvonne at the Midgard Resort. Tickets: Starting from N$400 via webtickets.com.na