Nightlife: What’s Happening This Holiday Season

Written by Willie Gichora

It’s that time of year again when December becomes Drinkscember so you know it’s time to celebrate and have a good time with friends and family.

KALI by Karegi NOMAD Fashion Show

NOMAD: The Homecoming is a fashion presentation organized by Kenyan born fashion designer Sheena Karegi, (brand: KALI -by Karegi). For the first time ever the designer is having her very own fashion show in her hometown of Nairobi. Where she will be showcasing her latest works. KALI -by Karegi was created in Africa and is now based in Europe, but still holds very strong ties to African heritage and culture. This event symbolizes KALI’s return home, back to the roots. A celebration of the ancestors, culture and heritage.

Date: 20th December 2019 Venue: Shifteye Studios, Nairobi Theme: Fashion Tickets: Advance KES 500

Blankets & Wine #KenyanSummer Season

The year can’t end without a Blankets & Wine experience and on 22nd December it goes down at Ngong Racecourse with a great line-up featuring Koffee, Sun El Musician, Fena and many more. All hail the #KenyanSummer and All hail Blankets & Wine!

Date: 22nd December 2019 Venue: Ngong Racecourse, Nairobi Featured Artists: Koffee, Sun El Musician, Fena Tickets: blanketsandwine.com

Christmas Day Zipline Tour

Looking for something exciting to do with the family on Christmas Day? Join Kipfit Adventures for their Christmas Day Zipline Tour on 25th Dec at Kereita Forest. Family-friendly fun, adventure and adrenaline on Christmas Day should be a delight for all!

Date: 25th December 2019 Venue: Kereita Forest Tickets: KES 3700 pp

Kilifi New Year

Kilifi New Year is a boutique performing arts festival of set within 50 acres the baobab forests of Takaungu Creek. With a diverse music selection across 3 stages, Kilifi New Year has grown to become one of the highlights of the Kenyan alternative music scene with much more than music to offer, you can expect theatre, dance, percussion and workshops.

Date: 30th Dec 2019 – 2nd Jan 2020 Venue: Kilifi, Kenya Featured Artists: Osunlade, Jack Rooster, Barak Jacuzzi and many more Tickets: beneaththebaobabs. com/kilifinewyear

Vision 2020: Alchemist NYE

This is for those of you in Nairobi on NYE. The Alchemist Bar is ending the decade with an extraordinary celebration and they’ve decided to bring you 3 headline heavyweights: SURAJ, DeeJay Kace and Deejay Xclusive 254 alongside DJ Lizbon and DJ Casche. A Super midnight surprise and so much more awaits you as they usher in the big 2-0-2-0.

Date: 31st Dec 2019 Venue: The Alchemist Bar, Westlands Featured Artists: DJ Kace, DJ Xclusive, SURAJ Tickets: Advance KES 1000 / Gate KES 2000

NRG Wave Festival

The African Giant Burna Boy is coming to shut down Mombasa this December at the BIGGEST NRGWAVE yet! NRG creates excellent concert experience and this should be no exception! Mombasa will be LIT on NYE and this will be the place to be. Early arrival is recommended!

Date: 31st Dec 2019 Venue: Mombasa, Kenya Featured Artists: Burna Boy Tickets: nrg.radio

Diamond Beach Party, Lamu

Diamond Beach Party, Lamu is the perfect place to unwind after New Year celebration shenanigans and they’ve got a line-up headlined by Blinky Bill & DJ Kampire that’s sure to impress. Head on over for a beach party like no there with a great atmosphere and inspiring sights and sounds.

Date: 4th Jan 2020 Venue: Diamond Beach Village, Lamu Featured Artists: Blinky Bill, DJ Kampire Tickets: KES 1000 (Gate Tickets Only)