July has given us a cold shoulder all through *pun intended* and as we cross over into a new month, what better way than to wrap it up at these cool events? From book launches to concerts to foodie events, our lineup this weekend is very comprehensive. So, in case you and your crew are in search of the ultimate weekend strategy, KV got you!
Instamarket
The monthly Instamarket is marking its 3rd anniversary in style at the Anzana Gardens, opposite Two Rivers Mall. The full-day market is happening on Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st July from midday till late. Entry is absolutely free!
Fire Festival
Foodies will get a special treat on Saturday 30th July the Fire Festival which is taking place at the Invergara Members Club in Lavington. The organizers are promising an all-day food fiesta with top online chefs Mulunda, Holy Dave’s Kitchen & The Cherry Tomato. Other activities lined up include live DJ entertainment by DJ Panik, DJ M-Jay, DJ Gatmo, and Mista DRU, games, pop-up shops, and boutique cocktails experience by Bar In The Bush. Grab your tickets on Mtickets. Gates open from midday.
Book Swap In The Park
Writer and podcaster La Music Junkie is inviting all book lovers to the exciting Book Swap in the Park that is taking place on Saturday 30th July. The event which will feature book exchanges and interactions with other book lovers is taking place at the Karura Forest Sigiria Gate from 2 pm. Entry is absolutely free save for the KES 100 required to access Karura Forest.
Man About Town Hangout Saturday
Seasoned writer and columnist Silas Nyanchwani is launching his book Man About Town on Saturday 30th July at the Collective Restaurant, View Park Towers, Utalii Street. Gates open at 2 pm. Entry is KES 1,500 for a signed book and KES 500 for those who have bought the book already.
Stanbic Yetu Festival
Soul Superstar Antony Hamilton and R&B Sensation Otile Brown are headlining the Stanbic Yetu Festival on Saturday 30th July. The concert which is taking place at the Carnivore Grounds from 5 pm will also be graced by June Gachui, Motown in Nairobi, and DJs Pinye, Stylez, and Forest to mention a few. Tickets are available on TicketSasa.
Cheche Sessions
Clef and Bandana Band will be live at the Cheche Sessions on Sunday 31st July. The event is going down at the Cheche Book and Café on Sunday 31st July from 3 pm. Entry is KES 1000 for advance and KES 1,500 for gate tickets.
