Chill with Windhoek Express
Currently running• Amoji - an exhibition by Toufic Beyhum can be viewed at The Project Room until Saturday.
• All In One, a collection of works by Anne Lacheiner-Kuhn, Dörte Berner, Foibe Amundaba, Ina Maria Shikongo, Jo Rogge, Lynette Musukubili and Nicole Schaller hosted by the European Union and curated by The Project Room, can be viewed at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre until 12 March.
• Timeless Tapestry, featuring 13 international artists, designers and studios and hosted by the Goethe Institute, can be viewed at the Bellhaus Gallerie until 16 March.
Thursday 7 March
• 19:00 Comedian Sibolala performs Endangered Species: 30+ and Uncuffed at the Nampower Convention Centre in Windhoek. Tickets via webtickets.com.na
Friday 8 March
• 17:00 The Good Food Market takes place at The Village (Liliencron Street, Windhoek) until 23:00. Tickets: N$30 – N$150 via webtickets.com.na
• 19:00 Opera night with French pianist and opera singer Kaoli Ono and Cyrielle Ndjiki at the National Theatre. Tickets: N250 via webtickets.com.na
• 20:00 Dave Webster performs a selection of crooning songs from way back when at the Steampunk Factory & Lounge Bar in Prosperita, with a special appearance by the newly formed ladies group, The Supremes. Entrance: N$20.
Saturday 9 March
• 08:00 Root 77 Market - a festival celebrating local businesses - takes place at the Root 77 premises (first right turn off the B1, entering Rehoboth from the south), with local food vendors, produce, entertainment arts & crafts, music and more. Info: 081 628 0986.
• 08:00 The Botanic Society hosts a guided walk in Windhoek's botanic garden (8 Orban Street) until 10:45. Entrance is N$20 for visitors and free for BotSoc members and under 16s. Refreshments are on sale.
• 09:00 4x4 fun day and outdoor expo at the Yellowstone Trails. Entrance N$30 for adults and N$10 for children under 12. Food and drinks will be available. Take on the trail in your 4x4 for N$350. Info: 081 563 3871 or 081 429 8865.
• 11:00 Legendary Producers Concert hosted by Liezel Ndjaronguru at The Catch in Windhoek, featuring Adora, D-Naff, Jaliza, Ethnix, Top Cheri, Chester, Sally Boss Madam and many others. Tickets: N$100 in advance (available at The Catch) or N$120 at the doors.
• 16:00 The Reit Club in Okahandja hosts a sushi evening, with live music by CeeJay Jacobs. Bookings essential! Info: 081 575 9544.
Sunday 10 March
• 06:00 10km Howling Dog Trail hike at IJG Trails in Kleine Kuppe, guided by John Coetzee. Time: Around 2 1/2 hours, 100% trail hiking. Participation: N$50 and N$50 for entrance at the IJG gates. Info: 081 217 5747.
Wednesday 13 March
• 18:00 Make-up masterclass and fashion show presented by Louise Fritz and Sole Ateljee and Studio Chanique respectively at the Arebbush Travel Lodge. Tickets: N$600 from 081 141 5882.
Thursday 14 March
• 09:00 the Masscash Retail & Wholesale Expo at the Armae venue on the outskirts of Okahandja until 17:00. Entertainment by Neville Basson and Hannes Kaufmann.
• 19:00 The Scientific Society hosts a talk by Prof. Geoffrey Manley on Understanding the evolution and function of ears, including our own. Entry is free. Info: [email protected]
Saturday 16 March
• 10:00 Women's High Tea Brunch with SA's Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi, hosted by Standard Bank. More details to follow.
• 10:00 Francophone Fair with food, entertainment and crafts at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre until 15:00. Entry is free.
• 10:00 Mini-golf day at the Swakopmund Paintball and Mini Golf Course in support of the Rhino Momma Project. Participation: N$4500 per team of four, which includes a light lunch. Prizes up for grabs!
• 19:00 Parents Night Out with live music by Riaan Smit at St Paul's College. Tickets: N$150 via PayToday or at the high school reception. Food and drinks will be on sale.
Thursday 21 March
• 07:00 Independence hike at Farm Godeis. Hike only N$80, or camp and hike at N$220 (bring your own camping gear). Info: 081 493 3220.
• 19:00 Neon night run (2.5, 5 and 10k m), starting at the MTC Dome parking in Swakopmund. Info: [email protected]
Saturday 23 March
• 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.
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.
Saturday 30 March
• 08:00 Farmer's Market at the Windhoek Showgrounds until 13:00. Entrance: N$5 for adults, kids and pensioners for free. Upcoming dates: 4 May, 1 June, 29 June, 3 August, 31 August, 2 November, 30 November and 7 December. Info: [email protected]
• 09:00 The Armae venue on the outskirts of Okahandja hosts a rib & pot competition. Armae is looking for the best rib braaier and also the best potjie maker. With entertainment by Werner van Zyl. Info: https://www.facebook.com/armae.namibia
• 09:00 Join a bread-baking course at Goanikontes Oasis with Tannie Rene. Unlock the secrets of crafting the perfect loaf while enjoying a delightful day out. Info: [email protected]
• 11:00 Swakop Indie Music Fest Easter Edition at the Paintball Centre, featuring various local musicians.
Thursday 4 April
• 19:00 SPCA quiz night at the Old Wheelers Club until 21:00, with lots of fun and laughter, and secret prizes for winners. Participation: N$ 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
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
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 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
• 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
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]
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.
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 5 July
• Oshakati Bike Fest until the 6th, with live bands, an auction and a Cuca Run. Info: [email protected]