Spice Up Your Weekend: Top November Events in Nairobi for Art Lovers and Families

Nairobi is alive with a wide range of events this November, featuring art exhibitions, music performances, cultural festivals, and sports activities.

Families, art enthusiasts, and adventure seekers alike can discover engaging experiences throughout the city.

From workshops and film screenings to kids’ camps and nightlife, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Nairobi Art Exhibitions

• The Trademark Hotel – November 15, Where Dreams Gather- a charity exhibition with ten emerging artists.
• Times Circle Art Gallery –  We Belong to Time (November 19^th) – A dual exhibition exploring memory and transformation through prints.
• HOF Gallery Kibera – Over 300 works reflecting on peace and justice by SOS Art Kenya.
• Kind Human , One Off Contemporary Art Gallery – Glass, ceramics, and mixed-media works exploring identity (until Nov 23).
• Banana Hill Art Gallery – Sculptures from rubber, vinyl, and metal by Guardians of Memory (until Nov 28).
• Alliance Française – Tech-driven exhibition reshaping perceptions by Redifining reality (until Nov 29).

Dance & Music

• Sip and Dance (Nov 15, Two Grapes Wine & Friends) – Dance to Sasa, Kizomba, Konpa, Reggaeton, and Afrobeats with DJ Dicure.
• High Frequencies (Nov 14, Birdies Bar) – Live storytelling with music and sound art.
• New York to Nairobi (Nov 14) – Soulful rhythms and vibrant performances at Shamba Café.
• Sunlee Shaam at Oshwal Centre (Nov 15) – Indian classical music immersion.
• Acoustic & Beats (Ballpoint social Club) – Live music from local talents on November 15.

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Festivals & Craft Fairs

• Paint The Run (Nov 15, AXA Sports Bar & Grill) – Colorful fun run with live music.
• Pop-up Market (Nov 15-18, The Hub Karen) – Local crafts and products.
• You Are Loved Festival (Nov 16, Aga Khan Walk) – Gospel reggae and live performances.
• Konpa Watamu Sunrise Villa (Nov 20-23) – Afro-Caribbean festival with music and dance.

Film Screenings

• Memories of Love Returned (Nov 14-17, Unseen Nairobi) – Film exploring love and memory.

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Kids’ Events

• Akill Kids Treasure Hunt (Nov 15, Ulinzi Sports Complex) – Interactive games and activities.
• Play Reading Holiday Training (Nov 15, Karen Village) – Storytelling, acting, and teamwork.
• Junior Chess Workshop (Nov 15, Village Market) – Chess skills and fun activities.
• A Paw Patrol Christmas (Nov 15-16, Westgate Mall) – Movie and meals for kids.
• Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trousers (Nov 16, Unseen Nairobi) – Family-friendly film screening.
• Holiday Camp (until Nov 27, Kipepeo Play Kindergarten) – Art, music, games, and nature activities.
• AI for Teens Bootcamp (until Dec 19, iHub) – Artificial intelligence introduction for teenagers.

Nightlife

• Body & Soul (Nov 14, Chronos) – Soul, funk, and rhythm-filled evening.
• Prisms (Nov 14, KODA) – House, disco, and techno beats.

Sports

• Recreational Runners Half Marathon (Nov 15, The Waterfront Karen) – Community-focused running event.
• Africa Women’s 7s Rugby Tournament (Nov 19-18, RFUEA Grounds) – 12 top women’s rugby teams compete.

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