Chill with Windhoek Express
Currently running• Art through the eye of an artist - a solo exhibition by Andrew van Wyk can be viewed at the National Art Gallery until 14 June.
• The Caring Namibian Man - a retrospective photographic exhibition by The Ombetja Yehinga Organisation can be viewed at the Franco Namibian Cultural Centre until 26 June.
Thursday 12 June
• 19:00 KOKO - a semi-(auto)biographical performance by Ndayola Ulenga at the Theatre School in Robert Mugabe Avenue, with performances until the 14th. Tickets: N$80.
Friday 13 June
• 12:00 Putt-Putt with dad at the Rossmund golf club outside Swakopmund. Tickets: N$300 per team via eticket.my.na
• 19:00 Your ex-boyfriend's comedy show with Slick the Dick and Courage the Comedian, along with musical acts Livingi & Love perform at The Village Opera House in Windhoek. Tickets: N$100 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 14 June
• 08:30 The Botanic Society hosts a guided walk through Windhoek's botanical gardens (Orban Street). Entrance is N$30 and free for members and children under 16.
• 15:00 La Vibe Lounge (Sukkot Street, Dolam) presents Eldazz Master party, with free entrance before 17:00, featuring DJ Falala, DJ Khadafi and resident DJs.
• 17:30 Harry Potter roller disco at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund. Entry: N$50; skate rental N$50.
• 19:00 A German "Schlager Party" at Muso's in Windhoek and enjoy a glass of glühwein.
Tuesday 17 June
• 09:00 Save my culture, save my wildlife, a collection of paintings, lino prints, batiks and hand-painted caps by Jeremiah Haihambo and Tuhafeni Nghiwilepo can be viewed at the Omba Gallery until 13 July.
Wednesday 18 June
• 19:00 Sex therapist and comedian Timothy Kieswetter presents "Die grap van die Huwelik" at Wanderers in Windhoek. Tickets: N$350 via webtickets.com.na
Thursday 19 June
• 19:00 The Botanic Society hosts an illustrated talk by Silke Rügheimer on Indigenous alternatives to alien plants in the garden at the National Botanical Research Institute.
• 19:00 Kuiseb Publishers launches the Oshindonga translation of Andrew Niikondo's memoire Omuntu nenge Oshiluli? Ondjokonona yOmukondjelimanguluko Omunamibi (Are You a Person or a Ghost? The Personal Story of a Namibian Freedom Fighter) at the Namibia Scientific Society.
Friday 20 June
• 08:00 The Olifant Rally takes place in Gobabis until the 22nd. Info: 081 411 1303.
• 19:00 The National Youth Orchestra Festival takes place in the National Theatre, featuring the world premiere of Otjihambarere - a Namibian fairy tale by Eslon Hindunu. A second performance takes place on the 21st. Tickets: N$150 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 21 June
• 19:00 Drag Night Namibia hosts African Renaissance ft. Queen Cleopatra at the Village Garden. Tickets: N$140 via webtickets.com.na and N$160 at the doors. Best African costume wins tickets to the next show!
Thursday 26 June
• 17:00 The MTC Wine Extravaganza Windhoek edition takes place at the Country Club until 22:00, and until the 28th. Tickets: N$300 via webtickets.com.na
Friday 27 June
• 16:00 Face 2 Face Finale - Monster Energy's ultimate DJ showdown takes place at Vanier (Old XS). Tickets: From N$50 via webtickets.com.na
Saturday 28 June
• 08:00 Windhoek Farmer's Market for both young and old at the show grounds until 13:00. Entry: N$5 (free for kids under 12 and pensioners).
• 09:00 SPCA Windhoek yard sale - a fundraiser for animals in need at 145 Robert Mugabe Ave in Windhoek until 13:00. Donate your stuff!
• 10:00 SPCA Walvis Bay yard sale at the Godenfang Restaurant until 14:00. Come and find the bargain you didn't know you needed, or donate your unused goods for this worthy cause! Info: [email protected]
Saturday 5 July
• 09:00 The 4th annual Women's Conference takes place at the Atlantic Villa Boutique Guesthouse in Swakopmund. This year, the organisers embrace growth in all sizes, celebrating the grace and growth in every woman. Info: 081 296 7717.
Friday 11 July
• 18:00 The MTC Wine Extravaganza Ongwediva edition takes place at the trade fair centre until 22:00, and continues on 12 July. Tickets: N$300 via webtickets.com.na
• 18:30 Grotman, met Phillru van Achterbergh in the title role at Windhoek High School. Tickets: N$300 via eticket.my.na
Friday 18 July
• 18:30 Pro-Ed Academy Swakopmund alumni dinner with Pietman Geldenhuys at the school hall. Tickets: N$400 via eticket.my.na
Saturday 19 July
• 18:30 Pro-Ed Academy Swakopmund country dance with Wynand & Cheree at the school hall. Tickets: N$300 via eticket.my.na (includes light snacks).
Friday 25 July
• 18:30 Pluimpie gala aand ter viering van Afrikaans 100 jaar, met gaste Hannes van Wyk en Neels van Jaarveld by Arebbusch Travel Lodge. Kaartjies: N$600 per person via eticket.my.na
Saturday 26 July
• 17:00 South African singer Francois van Coke performs at Sound Garden in Swakopmund. Tickets: N$350 via webtickets.com.na
• 18:00 An evening of the RaZul experience at the Movenpick Hotel in Windhoek, celebrating the art of sophisticated indulgence with top MCC offerings, exquisite cuisine and olive pairings. Tickets: N$1500 via webtickets.com.na