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23rd - 29th DECEMBER
EVENTS THIS WEEK Art
A Trajectory of Etchings: Red Hill Art Gallery, Until January 12th, 11am - 5pm. Rashid Diab is a master in print techniques including the complete spectrum of Etchings, Collagraphs, Aquatints, Woodcuts and Silkscreens. The exhibition comprises a selection of more than 50 prints, from meticulously elaborated miniatures to multi-coloured large-scale prints.
The Forest and Desert School Revisited: Circle Art Gallery, James Gichuru Road, Lavington, Until December 23rd, 6pm - 8pm. The Forest and Desert School Revisited brings together works of art that explore African and Arabic identity as hybrid and distinct articulations of the poetic entanglement with the landscape.
Fashion & Beauty
OPA’s and Under the Tree will also be serving their usual delicacies and drinks. 0775 454446, market@ kspca.or.ke
Tropical Vibes: Diani Beach, December 24th - 26th. A three day beach festival on the southern coast of the country. Sabala Festival: KICC, December 24th, 6pm. The Sabala festival is a renowned occasion on the national festival calendar with a proud history of honoring the best aspects of Nubian culture. Sanaa Moja Beach Art Festival: Safina Beach, Mtwapa, December 29th - 30th. An alternative platform that brings art, music, food and culture out to the beach. The festival targets exchanges between scores of local and international artists and patrons by creating and appreciating art and culture together. Small Business Month: Biashara Africa, Until December 31st. An initiative of Biashara Africa that celebrates small businesses and encourages buyers and consumers to support small businesses by shopping from them.
Food & Wine
Mr & Miss Migori: Alaxis Hotel, December 23rd, 4pm. This is a fashion event and it’s going to help youths showcase their talent and also improve and learn from each other.
Festivals & Craft Fairs KSPCA Market: KSPCA, Lang’ata Road, Nairobi, every Saturday. We have lots of different food stalls, baked goods, fruits and vegetables, clothes, crafts, and kids activities such as a bouncy castle, painting, candy floss and more!
Sundeck Sundowners: Tribe Hotel, Nairobi, every Thursday to Sunday, 3pm - 6pm. Experience all the goodness there is and toast to the new warm season. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and canapès on the Tribe sundeck. +254 732 186601 Thursday Sundowner: Lifestyle Gigiri, every Thursday. Bonfire, Danish hotdogs, sausages, drinks and fun. 0705 815347 Wine at One: Harvest Restaurant, Nairobi, Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday until 31st December. Selection of Wines from the Harvest cellar with a la carte menu for lunch only. +254 730 886 215
Music
Chuckers & Carols: Nairobi Polo Club,December 23rd, 1pm. Presented by The Nairobi Polo Club. Mugithi Night: La Cascada Sports Bar & Gardens, December 23rd. Enjoy a night of Mugithi with Davy Kamoko. Christmas Eve Party: Pioneer Community Church, December 24th, 6pm.A Christmas Eve event for young people in a concert church set up.
The Reggae Return (XMas Eve): Country Club Muthiga, December 24th. Street Empire Entertainment and Country Club Muthiga presents ‘The Reggae Return’ with Fyah Mummah Jahmey and Selector Technix. Drive Thru Sunday: The Tunnel, December 25th, 2pm. Live with Kidum. Mugithi Night (Samidoh): Avery Lounge, Along Eastern Bypass Utawala, December 26th. Doors open all day. So Fire Fiesta: Wild Waters, Nyali, December 28th, 2pm. So fire fiesta is an event happening world wide with a purpose of connecting the world and bringing communities together through art and entertainment.
Real Skylarks and DJ Wizard. X-Mas Eve Party: Casavera Lounge, December 23rd. Enjoy Christmas Eve with music from DJ Joe Mfalme.
One Night Only: L8 Lounge Ndumberi, December 23rd. L8 Lounge presents ‘One Night Only’ featuring Man Like Grauchi. Friday Pre Party: The Tunnel, December 23rd, 7pm. Music vibes by DJ Nijo. Untamed Fridaze: The Tunnel, December 23rd. Music vibes by DJ Most Wanted and DJ Saint. Pre Xmas Sherehe na Marafiki: La Cascada Sports Bar & Gardens, December 24th. Code Black and La Cascada Sports Bar & Gardens presents ‘Sherehe na Marafiki’. Vibes by DJ Sami Flinch. Saturday Surge: The Tunnel, December 24th. Music vibes by DJ Sistuki and DJ Shawn. Aluta X-mas Eve: Legend Rongai, December 24th - 25th. Music by DJ XL, DJ Blinks, MC Breemaster, DJ Mesh, DJ Nitrix, DJ K-Plus, DJ Pwenya Symo Thee and DJ Rarescratch.
Special Events
Nightlife
The X Mas Bash: The Kraft, December 23rd, 8pm. A night of Bhangra, Bollywood hits, Afro beats and 90’s with DJ Deshal. Morda & De Mthuda: The Winning Post, December 23rd, 4pm. The first edition of Afro Tribez Featuring MÖRDA & DE MTHUDA. Playing alongside our International acts are Kenya’s best: Big Nyagz, Euggy, Kori - K, Drommer, Foozak, MGM, IV, Panik, Hanuman, Dj Briizy. The Closing Party: Aspire Centre, Nairobi, December 23rd, 4pm. Closing the year 2022 big with this one, in a new space in the heart of Westlands. We are excited to bring you new sounds and a lineup that’s determined to deliver the grooves to keep you moving from 4pm till late.
Love & Reggae Friday: Terminal 4 Lounge, December 23rd. Featuring MC Kenkib, DJ Salute, MC
Kitale Christmas Eve Ankara Ball: Kitale Showground, December 24th. Performances by artists, DJs & Mcs, game night edition, dancing, dining rewards to best dressed male & female. Silent Night in the Forest: Brackenhurst, December 24th,
6:30pm. Come have fun with us as we light up the night. Meet us in our forest for live music, dance, lights, candles, bitings, hot drinks and even a petting zoo with baby animals. Advance payments only. Christmas Party: Club City Space, Along Moi Avenue, December 25th. Hosted by Kanda Junior. Music by DJ Gib The Smasher. Enjoy Show Time, Dance Competition and Christmas Give-aways. Remarkable Festive Party: Safari Park Hotel, December 25th. Join us for an extraordinary Christmas Day! Enjoy great music by Guardian Angel, Sammy Irungu, Kenya Prisons Band and much more. Indulge in festive delicacies and a variety of family-friendly activities. Aduna Goes to the Beach: Safari Beach Hotel Diani, December 29th., 2pm. The last installment of 2022 brings our journey to the sandy shores of Diani for the first time to celebrate 4 years of our tribe’s support. An Enchanted Christmas: The Hub Karen, Until 31st January 2023. Join us this festive season for an Enchanted Christmas. There will be lots of fun and entertainment during the festive season every weekend for the entire family.
Yoga, Wellness & Meditation
Weekly Yoga Sessions with Rachana: Ikigai, Lower Kabete, Every Monday and Thursday, 5:30pm. Come enjoy outdoor Vinyasa yoga sessions as we start and end the week grounded, centered and charged for the week ahead through breathing, meditation and movement on our mats.
0741 449277 Yoga Classes: Every Monday, Thursday and Saturday until 24th December. Yoga class can help you introduce yoga in your routine, fix postures, work on your mental well-being along with bringing a certain body awareness. 0793 711366 Indulge in Tranquility: Kaya Spa & Studio, Until 31st December. Indulge in Tranquility at Kaya with our full body massage, reflexology, priadara herbal compress, and accommodation in Trademark King on a bed and breakfast basis. +254 732 186 444, marketing@tribehotelsgroup.com
MOVIES THIS WEEK
AVATAR 2: THE WAY OF WATER Set over a decade after the 2009 blockbuster, ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ follows Jake Sully and Neytiri as they grow their family amongst a new clan of reef-dwelling Na’vi.
BLACK ADAM Nearly 5,000 years after he was bestowed with the almighty powers of the Egyptian gods-and imprisoned just as quickly-Black Adam is freed from his earthly tomb.
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Cast: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver
Genre: Action, Fantasy, Science Fiction Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Viola Davis, Sarah Shahi
THE AMAZING MAURICE Maurice leads a band of educated ratty friends (and a stupid kid) on a nice little earner. Piper plus rats equals lots and lots of money. Until they run across someone playing a different tune. Genre: Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family Cast: Hugh Laurie, Emilia Clarke, David Thewlis
VIOLENT NIGHT When a group of mercenaries attack the estate of a wealthy family, Santa Claus must step in to save the day (and Christmas).
Genre: Action, Comedy, Crime Cast: David Harbour, John Leguizamo, Alex Hassell
BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER The people of Wakanda fight to protect their home from intervening world powers as they mourn the death of King T’Challa. GENRE: Action, Adventure, Drama CAST: Tenoch Huerta, Letitia Wright, Angela Bassett
NAYIKA DEVI Nayika Devi, the Warrior Queen is a Historical drama set in the 12th century. The film is about India’s first female warrior.
AN ACTION HERO At the age of just 30, Maanav was at the peak of his career when he got caught up in an accident while filming in Haryana.
THE MENU A young couple travels to a remote island to eat at an exclusive restaurant where the chef has prepared a lavish menu, with some shocking surprises.
Genre: Biography, Drama, History Cast: Khushi Shah, Manoj Joshi, Chunky Pandey
Genre: Action Cast: Akshay Kumar, Ayushmann Khurrana, Nora Fatehi
Genre: Comedy, Horror, Thriller Cast: Ralph Fiennes, Anya Taylor-Joy, Nicholas Hoult
LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE Feature film based on the children’s book about a crocodile that lives in New York City.
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy Cast: Constance Wu, Scoot McNairy, Javier Bardem
WEEK MOVIES THIS COMING SOON