THE AFRICAN FOOD AND CULTURAL FESTIVAL

An event that aims to celebrate the magic of "Mama Africa", The Africa Food and Cultural Festival is happening for the first time in East Africa... in our very own Nairobi, Kenya.

WHEN : 30th November 2013
WHERE: Ngong Racecourse, Ngong Rd
Time: 10.00am - 6.00pm

The festival will bring together as many African countries (if not all) as possible to come, share and showcase their food, music, fashion and culture with the rest of Africa. This is also the definite place for people from different African nations to meet up and network.

There will be music by Dj Joe Mfalme and Creme De La Creme, Dan Aceda and a few other surprise acts from Africa to entertain the crowd.

So far, the following countries will be participating:

-Kenya

-Uganda

-Rwanda

-Ghana

-Nigeria

-Ethiopia

-Morocco

-Senegal

-Mali

-Cameroon

-Ivory Coast

-Egypt.

CHARGES:

Advance tickets - 1,000/= (ticketsasa.com)

Gate tickets - 1,500/=

Kids tickets - 500/=

THE AFRO-NYWELE EXPERIENCE!

Kenyan Kinks, Coils and Curls Come Together and Let Their Hair Out!

WHEN: 7th December 2013
WHERE: Makini School, Makini Road off Riara Road
Time: 1.00pm - 7.00pm

Afro-Nywele is about loving & being true to your natural hair and self by showcasing our lovely kinks for all the world to see.

This is especially after we've always been told that our African hair is too hard to manage and that we have to soften with chemicals to keep it straight & manageable.

That myth is being burst wide open everyday as more ladies learn and love to keep their hair natural.

This is not just an event for natural haired ladies, even ladies with relaxed hair are welcome to learn tips and tricks on how to take care of their hair.

ACTIVITIES WILL INCLUDE:

- Newbie 101

- Natural Hair Care & Styling

- Health, Nutrition & Fitness

- Make Up & Facial Tutorials

- Charity Product Swap

- Shopping

- Meet & Drink Up

CHARGES:

Advance Tickets (On ticketsasa.com) - 1,500/=

At the gate - 1,800/=

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WIN FREE TICKETS.... TO THE ELEGANCE AFFAIR!

Fashion party with utmost creativity!! Designers are going to show-case, display and sell their designs and accessories at very discounted rates.

WHEN: 14th - 15th December 2013

 

WHERE: Nairobi Railway Museum

              Skylux Lounge, Westlands

TIME: 10.00am -6.00pm

         10.00pm -6.00am

There will be other fun activities like real fashion photo shoots, performances, deejaying, karaoke, trampolines, sheesha bars, and interviews for the fashion lovers. The daytime event at Nairobi Railway Museum will run from 10am - 6pm and will be followed by an after party at Skylux lounge in Westlands from 10pm till dawn.

The ADVANCED tickets will go for only 500/= and will include free movie at IMAX and free access to SKYLUX for the after party. Gate entrance will be 1,000/=

Grab your ticket at IMAX, 20th Century, Mama Ngina Street or call 0724 675 545

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SONDEKA FEST

Creatives Garage is excited to present to you Sondeka Fest!  Sondeka Fest will be Kenya’s first annual creative festival, 

WHEN: 29th - 1st December
WHERE: Greenhouse Mall, Ngong Road
Time: 8.00am - 10.00pm daily

A 3-day festival open to the public that will enable creative entrepreneurs to showcase and sell their goods and services, attract investment and develop new markets. It is also geared towards celebrating Kenya at 50. Thus the theme “Kenya at 50 and beyond”. 

There will be 5 teams of creatives, including painters, digital artists and fashion designers who will be creating masterpieces out of re-usable items in 50 hours. The pieces of art will then be auctioned to the public on the final day of the festival. The money received will go into running a 10-week art program in 5 partnering children’s homes.

There will be performances by dancers, musicians, bands, poets, DJs and fun activities like bladah play-offs. We will also have exhibitions and mini events like Artsy Mama and the Mini Garage for kids:

• Artsy mama is an exhibition and creative seminar for stay at home parents. The seminar includes guest panellists who share their success stories as stay at home parents. The theme for this edition of Artsy mama is ‘Do It Yourself’ and will feature interior design enthusiast Nancy Mukabi, Elle Designers and Jaclyn Juma of Earthmovers LTD. It will be happening on Friday 29^th Nov (2pm-4pm).
  
• The Mini Garage will be happening throughout the 3 days of the festival. The kids will be involved in art activities like colouring, painting, and drawing. They will be supervised by the Creatives Garage team

The live performances at the festival include: 
29^th Nov:
· 10am - 10.30am:Opening Ceremony: Kenya Performing Arts Group
· 10.30 - 2pm: Music by DJ Blank
· 4pm - 5.30pm: Music by DJ Kris
· 5.30pm - 7.30pm: Electric Fuse – live performance by Son of a Beat Crew
· 7.30pm - 12am: 60s/70s themed party by DJ D-Lite
 
30^th Nov:
· 2pm - 4pm: Floetry Mash up – featuring upcoming spoken word and rap artists
· 4pm - 6pm: Zilizopendwa Live – by Ziki and her band, Peter Nyabuto, Azz, Linda and Ashley Nyambura
· 6pm - 8.30pm: Penya Africa Presents Dempsey , KIU and Sauti Academy
· 8.30pm till late: Muthurukishion – Afrolectic Tribal House music by DJs Kollektive and Dance Parade (KES 300)

1^st Dec:
· 9am - 1pm: Kutendereza Party - featuring the Kenyan Boys Choir, Kenyan Girls’ Choir, Jubilee Chorale, Nairobi Girls Chorale, St. Johns Pumwani Choir and Chosen Generation from Braeside
· 1pm - 6pm: Live performances from Mercy Myra, Sarabi, H_art the Band , Everlast and music from DJ Absolute.

UNDER THE SKY!

An afternoon of  live band music from Sequira ft. Don Sax Therapy and Dj Protege.

WHEN: 30th November 2013
WHERE: State House Crescent

Live BBQ: Mbuzi choma, kuku choma. Whiskey lounge, cocktail bar, red carpet photos, sounds and lights

Dress Code: Black and White

CHARGES:
Advance Tickets - 1300/=
Limited Edition Tickets - 1500/=

Tickets are available at www.ticketsasa.com.

CONTACT INFO:
0718 756254


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KENYA WORLD CUP TROPHY TOUR!!!

The World’s most coveted football trophy, the FIFA World Cup, will land in Kenya for its second visit to the country in 3 years. Kenya will be one of only six African countries which will be hosting the trophy, in a tour to popularize the next World Cup slated for Brazil, a feat that will also be part of Kenya's 50 year celebrations.

WHEN: 28th November 2013
WHERE: KICC

The trophy will arrive in Kenya on November 27th for a two day tour and will be received by President Uhuru Kenyatta at JKIA.

Over the course of the tour stop, fans of the game will be able to experience several activities planned by Coca-Cola and Fifa. Hundreds of fans will win free tickets through Coca-Cola promotions which will give them a chance to not only get up close with the trophy, but take a picture next to it during a public viewing session at KICC. Lucky fans will also get the opportunity to win branded merchandise, a worthy souvenir they will all live to cherish. In addition, there will be a concert graced by David Correy who has sung the theme song for the 2014 World Cup edition

The first time the trophy landed in Kenya was in 2010 prior to the last World Cup held in South Africa. The trophy, as is custom was received and only touched by the President, then Mwai Kibaki. Only sitting presidents and World Cup winning players are allowed to lay their hands on the 18-carat gold malachite base trophy. As it is, President Uhuru Kenyatta, is the only person in the country who will be allowed to touch the trophy.

The trophy will be in the country as part of a worldwide tour spanning over 148,000kms through 88 countries and the five continents, courtesy of Coca-Cola. Other African countries which will host the trophy include; Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Ghana, Tanzania and South Africa. 


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TOUCH A GIRL'S LIFE!

'No more leaks no more stains', keeping her healthy in school, is a sanitary pad and pants project that seeks to address the issue of our girls in the impoverished villages, orphans, n the vulnerable, missing school during menses and their use of unhygienic materials e.g cow dung due to lack of access of pads, and education on the same.

We call upon well wishers to assist us keep her healthy in school and ensure the girls fully participate in school and maximize their potential.

1 packet of pads - 85/=
1 panty - 100/=
1 year supply for 1 girl - 1065/= (9-18years)

We humbly request you to support us in any kind, monetary or physical items. We also require education materials to educate our girls on the usage and disposal of the same and their personal hygiene. We thank you for your kind consideration.

This is an initiative of Human Rescue Foundation

For more details and/or contributions, contact either of the following numbers:
0725 856410 - Anastacia, Program Manager
0711 239150 - Treasurer
0733892774 - HRF

WHITE SMOKE PARTY

Zaytoon restaurant courtesy of Akukuu the marketer brings you the White Smoke Party....

WHEN: 29th November 2013
WHERE: Zaytoon Restaurant

Come and enjoy the comfort of hanging out with your friends and have fun throughout the day and night and if you have what it takes... till early morning the next day.

We all have been mesmerized by music in all its different forms and this day, the playlist will be hyped with songs in the fun-filled event that brings together anyone who like to party, dance and socialize.

Available will be amazing offers like;
- Shisha (all flavors will be available)
- Free WiFi (What's a night without telling friends where the party is at)
- Buffet - served at Ksh. 200
- All shots at Ksh. 100

Entrance Charge - Ksh. 200 (Redeemable with 1 shisha pot per group of 5 people at Ksh. 1000)

Remember.... 29th of November 2013 at Zaytoon restaurant, Ground Floor, View Park Towers, Utalii Lane, Nairobi, Kenya

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LAKE MAGADI ROAD TRIP AND EXCURSION!

Nairobi - Olorgesailie - Lake Magadi - Nairobi(117Km)
Depart from Nairobi in the morning, and head south towards the Ngong Hills (made famous from Karen Blixen’s, Out of Africa). Before we descend over the escarpment, we stop for photos and views across the Great Rift Valley. Then descend over the Ngong Hills, continuing south into a semi-arid landscape, where we stop mid-morning at the Olorgesailie Prehistoric Site.

After a tour of the site and learning about the previous inhabitants of the area, we continue onto Lake Magadi. We approach the lake from the eastern side via the Magadi town and past the Magadi Soda factory. Enter the Lake Magadi reserve area and continue onto the hot springs where we stop for lunch and wading in the springs (if the weather is not too hot). We may meet the local Maasai who use the lake daily for swimming. It is possible to see animals around Magadi like zebra, gazelle, impala and warthog. Depart mid afternoon, returning to Nairobi around 6.45pm.

ATTRACTIONS /ACTIVITIES
• Olorgesailie prehistoric site
• Lake Magadi
• Bubbling Hot-springs
• Swimming
• Bird-watching
• Best sceneries of Nguruman and loita hills
• Baking salt plains
• Rich culture of Maasai people

CHARGES;
Kenyans; ksh.1800
Expatriates; Ksh.3800

INCLUSIVE ;
• Lunch
• Transport to and from Nairobi
• Tour-guide
• Entrance fee to both places
• Vehicle entrance fee

EXCLUSIVE ;
• Drinks/Refreshments
• Swimming fee
• Tips and gratuities

REQUIREMENTS;
Packed Lunch
Drinking Water
comfortable walking shoes & attire
dress code: tracks, jeans, short,T-shirt, sweater.
Sun cream
Cameras
Sunhat
swimming items

NB:ID/PASSPORT TO KENYAN & RESIDENTS IS A MUST

Event organizer
Kimotho Jackson
0721140771
Kenya Outdoors Tours And Travel

Contact Jackson on 0721140771 to Book.

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HOT CARS ON DISPLAY AT THE CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE

The 2013 CBA Africa Concours d’Elegance, East Africa’s most prestigious spectator event went down last weekend on Sunday, 17 November. Incase you missed, below is a sneak peek of what exactly you DID MISS!!!!

Here are some of the awesome and classy rides on display. Even our very own City Council was not to be left behind in the competition... check out what they had to show!

LOVE WHISKY FESTIVAL!!!

Nairobi is currently relishing the delights of hosting East Africa’s first of a kind whisky fiesta; The Love Whisky Festival. Unveiled by Kenya Breweries Limited on November 5^th, the festival is taking place in the course of the month of November in different venues around Nairobi

WHEN:1st - 30th November 2013
WHERE: Different Venues

Bringing you East Africa’s first Love Whisky Festival, themed ‘Whisky is Vibrant’, there’s never been a better time to get to know  about Scottish whisky and the ‘proper’ way is to drink it.

The Love Whisky Festival is Kenya’s largest, liveliest and most exciting whisky tasting and lifestyle show of its kind. “Not only will attendees have the opportunity to experience different whiskies at different venues all through November, but there will also be lots of new and exciting things to learn about whisky in general, we believe that the more consumers know about whisky the more likely they are to enjoy it,”says the newly crowned Johnnie Walker Brand Ambassador Ryan Majiwa.

Love Whisky Festival is specifically aligned towards EABL Whisky premium brands hence the current effort by KBL to increase awareness of its whisky category. The range of whisky on show is nothing short of amazing, Scotch whisky leading out with ‘The Empire Builder’ Johnnie Walker Red Label, the ‘Party Starter’ J&B, Bushmills Irish Whiskey from one of the oldest distilleries in the world and Single Malt whiskies from the four corners of Scotland.

The year is nearly over, so it’s time to unwind and party. As you do it, don’t forget to love some whisky. Don’t forget to drink responsibly.

Some of the select City Venues set to host the whisky events are:
-Nairobi Gymkhana - 3rd November
-Tribe Hotel - 14th November
-K1 Klub House - 19th November
-The Norfolk Hotel - 21st November
-Karen Country Club - 22nd November
-New Jack Swing at The Carnivore - 22nd November 
-Electric Avenue (Bacchus, Havana, Club Island, Black Diamond, Aqua Blu) - 29th November

CONTACT INFO:
Tel: 020 8644000
Website: https://www.eabl.com

KENYA AIRWAYS EAST AFRICAN SAFARI CLASSIC RALLY!

A fun event for all persons where you can definitely expect speed and power. The famous East African Safari, now renamed the Kenya Airway East African Safari is back with a BANG!! The event is now sponsored by Kenya Airways. Bring your family, tag your friends along for the event of lifetime.

WHEN: 21st - 29th November 2013

OPENING DATE OF ENTRIES : 1st April 2012

CLOSING DATE OF ENTRIES : 1st October 2013

PUBLICATION OF ORDER OF START : 10th October 2013 (or earlier)

DOCUMENTATION : 15th – 20th November 2013 from 09h00 to 17h00

SCRUTINEERING : Tuesday 19th November 2013 from 09h00 to 17h00: Wednesday 20th November 2013 from 08h00 - 12h00

DRIVERS BREIFING : Wednesday 20th November 2013 at 17h00 at Baraza Conference Room, Whitesands Hotel

WELCOME PARTY : Wednesday 20th November 2013 at 18h30

START OF MAIN RALLY : Thursday 21st November 2013 at 08h30

FINISH OF RALLY : Friday 29th November 2013 from approx.14h00

PUBLICATION OF RESULTS : Friday 29th November 2013 at 17h00

PRIZE GIVING : Friday 29th November 2013 at 19h00

OFFICIAL NOTICE BOARD : At Rally Headquarters

CONTACT INFO: 
Tel: 254 20 445 0030
Email: info@eastafricansafarirally.com

BATTLE OF THE BANDS: RAMPS & AMPS

Battle of the Bands: Ramps and Amps is an annual X-Sports, foam party and music charitable festival. It is a one day sports and music charity event consisting of two main activities running concurrently... namely the “Ramps” section and the “Amps” section.

WHEN: 23rd November 2013
WHERE: The International French School, Hurlingham (next to Yaya centre)
Time: 9.00am - 6.00pm

The Amps Side

Battle of the Bands & EDM Deejaying
The Amps side derived from 'amplified sound’ is basically a talent search competition section targeting the youth aged between 12-25 yrs who compete for a myriad of prizes.

This particular section of the event involves registered bands competing for the ultimate grand prize of Ksh. 10,000 having thoroughly prepared to “wow” the crowd. During past events, competition has been very stiff with teenagers looking forward to the event for a chance to showcase their talent while the spectators have a great time enjoying the music.

Students from the following school have continuously registered in past events, bringing their fans along; French School, Hillcrest High School, Peponi High School, Nairobi Academy, Brookhouse School, Braeside, Rusinga, Rossyline, Kenton College, Banda School, St. Christophers, West Nairobi School, International School of Kenya and Brookhouse. There will also be several celebrity guest bands invited to the show to keep the crowd alive and fun filled.

This event provides an ideal platform aimed at tapping, nurturing and exposing students hidden talents from the grassroots level with the hope of future personal development as well as promoting social cohesion. Indeed the event proves to be invaluable as it boosts self confidence in the teens and youth.

The Ramps Side

Extreme sports fun day with free skate + bike repair workshop

The Ramps section targets crowd ranging from 4 years onwards participating in exciting sports and games with the main event of the day being skating and cycling.

There are a variety of games to keep the young ones busy. These range from skyrunners, star jump, water balls, waterslides, quad bikes, pogosticks, roller skates, BMX stunt bikes, skateboards, ripstiks, heelys, mini electric and non electric scooters.

The main intention here is to help the young ones bond and create new friendships. However, the games eventually culminate to various competitions. Prizes, certificates and trophies are awarded to the winners after the competitions. The young ones get to enjoy unlimited fun as they don’t run out of exciting stuff to engage in. There are also real size cartoon character mascots, clowns and face painters to add to the fun.

NB: The proceeds go towards helping Ski-Iceskate Africa Foundation sustain its charitable project dubbed 'Operation Fun Christmas’. This noble project helps kids from needy children’s homes get access to the new-generation fun activities.

CHARGES: Ksh. 500

CONTACT INFO:
Email: extremeoutdoorperfomanceke@gmail.com
Tel: 0721 733616, 0733 461394

XMAS BOX!

Xmas Box offers to its visitors a selective, sophisticated and personal Christmas fair.

WHEN: 22nd Nov - 24 Nov 2013
WHERE: Marula Manor, Karen

The event exhibits the very best of East African designers and businesses and in keeping with the exclusive experience, we are limiting the number of exhibitors.

Each exhibitor will be displayed within the canvas tent 'village’ in the beautiful gardens of the Marula Manor. It is expertly arranged to maximize visibility, access and atmosphere.

CONTACT INFO:
Email: info@thebox.co.ke
Tel: 0728606194
Website: http://www.thebox.co.ke/

CBA AFRICA CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE 2013

The finest spectator motoring event in Africa!

WHEN: 17th November 2013
WHERE: Ngong Racecourse
Time: 10.00am

This classic car and motorcycle show is Kenya’s most prestigious event on the motoring calendar and is not to be missed.

The Classic car and motorcycle sale is open to machines made in 1988, or earlier regardless of their condition. The sale gives the owners of unwanted cars and bikes the opportunity to offer them to the motoring enthusiasts who throng the Nairobi Racecourse during Concours day. For the first time in the 43 year history of the Concours, a Ferrari will be appearing at the Nairobi Racecourse. Marzio Kravos will be contesting the classic rally car class in the 1974 Ferrari 308 GT4 which he will be driving together with Renzo Bernardi in the Kenya Airways Safari Classic.

 His rivals include a 1972 Mercedes 450 SL entered and sponsored by DT Dobie and Aslam Khan’s 1968 Porsche 911. A 1972 Datsun 240Z entered by the Liquid Africa Group is another car which will compete in both the Concours and the Classic Safari rally.

CHARGES (Advance):
Adults - 600/=
Kids - 300/=

AT THE GATE:
Adults - 700/=
Kids - 350/=

Tickets are available at any CBA branch in Nairobi, Sarova Panafric Hotel and Tamarind outlets. So join us and experience a life of more.


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NYAMA CHOMA TRAIL - OLEPOLOS!!!

Olepolos Country Club....Yeah!!!!... This SUNDAY ‘Nyama Choma Trail’ will be heading south of Nairobi to Maasai land.

WHEN: Sunday, 17th November 2013
WHERE: Olepolos Country Club

 

The afternoon drive will take about an hour; passing Rongai, Kiserian and Corner Baridi using Magadi Road. A large signpost on the left side of the road that read ‘Olepolos Country Club’ marks the entrance.

Olepolos is positioned on a hill, so you can enjoy amazing views of the Rift Valley; the beautiful plains below, hills and the clear skies above. The setup of the place is very welcoming;after arriving we will have some fun activities then seat & wait for the awesome orders while enjoying entertainment from a troupe of dancing Maasais.

The Meat has be described by many as Yummy. Delicious and exquisite are all words that can also be used to describe the Nyama Choma. The pricing drinks are surprisingly friendly. You simply have to experience Olepolos for yourself. 

ACTIVITIES:
-Simple Team building & Cool Selected Activities
-Swimming
-Mingling
-Chilling out.

CHARGES:
Adult - Ksh.1200
Kids - Ksh.1000 

CHARGES INCLUSIVE OF:
-Transport- Return tickect (TO and FRO)
-Ground fees
-Nyama Choma

EXCLUSIVE OF:
-Swimming fee(350)
-Drinks/refreshments
-Tips and gratuity

Contact Jackson on 0721140771 to Book.


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AMBOSELI DEAL!!!... 2 DAYS AT 3,000/=

AWESOME DEAL FOR AMBOSELI....

FIRST COME.... FIRST SERVED!!!!

WHEN: 16th - 17th November 2013
WHERE: Amboseli National Park

Have the chance to visit Amboseli National Park at an awesome deal of Ksh. 3,000 Only!!!! FOR 2 DAYS!!!

What better deal is there?

Contact Sash on 0724686524 to book OR Jackson on 0721140771 for more details...

2013 BIKINI BASH

Imagine this: You have fun, mingle with friends, make new friends, possibility of meeting the one and you end your year with style!!! Then you definitely shouldn’t miss this upcoming event...

WHEN: Saturday, 7th of December 2013
WHERE: Black Cotton, Kileleshwa, off Mugoiri Road (Easily acessible by matatu No.48)
CHARGES (Entrance): Ksh. 1,000

Above all, You will be contributing to ensure that the children Kalewa Secondary School have their lessons in class and not under a tree! This means, you do not have to feel guilty after all the partying, after all you will have helped a young girl and boy to have their lessons where they should. Is there any other better reason why we should party hard and enjoy

This December, all roads will be leading to the biggest and baddest annual event “THE ROTARACT CLUB OF MUTHAIGA’S BIKINI PARTY!!!!”

A sneak peak on the Menu that day (all between Ksh. 100 -300),Chicken Quarter, Chicken Wings( 4 Pieces), Beef Burger (Large), Beef Skews (4 Pieces), T- Bone (1 Piece), Meat Balls (4 Pieces)  Hot dogs, Sausage Choma, Chips (Per Plate), Beef Samosa, Vegetable Spring Roll , Tandoori Shish Kebab (2Sticks).

Beers, wines and tots will also be available for sale at between Ksh. 100-300

There will also be other fun activities in the house such as Body Shots, Mr &Miss Rotaract, Dancing Competition, Beer Pong Competition, among others!!!

X-NIGHTS #BeEnchanted: BMX CHALLENGE

The first X-Knights at Tafaria. An event open to both riders and non riders who want to have fun in the country side...

WHEN: 13th - 15th December 2013
WHERE: Nano Conservancy, Tafaria Castle & Country Lounge, Nyeri

X-Knights is a BMX and Mountain Bike challenge and incorporates other activities such as quad bike and horse ridding, the ‘damsel in distress’ treasure hunt, bonfire party in the evening and the masqueraders bush party which will be the highlight of the evening with lots of music.

BMX challenge, mountain bike challenge (300 metre track, 4.8km track for single or multiple laps, horse riding, quad bike riding, damsel in distress treasure hunt, the masqueraders night party and bush bonfire party, Kenya @50 family race.

The Nano Conservancy camping opens on the 6th for those who would like prior practice and extra fun. The hits for the races will be run on the 7th with the finals being on the 8th from 9am. The family race will run at 10am before the final race mountain bike and BMX race at 11am. The event will end at 2pm on Sunday.

This is a bush camping event but accommodation is also available on bed and breakfast or full board basis at the Tafaria Castle

To book your early bird ticket... Go straight to ticketsasa via http://bit.ly/16X6m7P


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NAIROBI AIR SHOW 2013!

After an absence of more than ten years, the Wilson Airport Air Show is back in Nairobi.

WHEN: 14th - 15th December 2013
WHERE: Wilson Airport

2013 seems a great opportunity for the air show’s comeback as the country celebrates 50 years of independence. The last big air show was held in 2002. The air show festival will run for two days, and is expected to attract 25,000 visitors.

There will be displays of fighter jets, commercial aircraft, helicopters and gyro-copters. There will be aerobatic performances exclusively by Kenyan pilots. Crop dusting aircraft will also be at the air show. There will be races between aircraft and motor vehicles to see which can beat the other on the runway.
 Kenya Air Force, Kenya Police Air Wing, Kenya Wildlife Service and Kenya Airways have confirmed their participation in the event.

A special feature of this year’s air show is the addition of a festival village with concerts and music entertainment throughout the weekend. Some of Kenya’s best-loved artists will perform. There will be a Jubilee Concert on the evening of Saturday 14 December. The climax of activities will be a fireworks display on the evening of Sunday 15 December.

The air show has been generously supported by Kenya Breweries. The company has sponsored the air show through its flagship product, Tusker beer. “The excitement and the feeling of togetherness that the Tusker Air Festival will generate is consistent with what our brand stands for,” said KBL Managing Director Joe Muganda



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