On the hunt for truly fantastic things to fill your eyes and ears in Uganda this weekend (starting Aug. 27th – 29th, 2019)? You are in luck. At Guide2Uganda we bring to you the Top 10 Events and an exhaustive guide to the very best events, activities and things to do all over Uganda for the whole of your weekend. From the top-notch theatre openings to eye-popping new art exhibitions to essential gigs, this is your guide on the Top 10 events happening around Uganda that you definitely won’t want to miss this weekend. Take a look;
1. Kampala Fashion Week 2019
Bless your weekend with a great feel and love for fashion. Starting this Friday 27th up to Saturday 28th September 2019, Yamasen Japanese Restaurant brings to you Kampala Fashion Week 2019. The event that starts at 12:00 p.m. to Midnight will showcase and appreciate different stunning and amazingly created fashions on the local market. Also, at the event, there will be serving of take away food and drinks. Standing tickets (limited) go for 25,000 Ugx while Seated tickets go for 50,000 Ugx. Come enjoy Fashion.
2. DANCE Jam Session at The Five Horsemen
This Thursday, Dance Performances and Hip Hop MCS will be live at The Five Horsemen. Starting from 8-11pm, the stage will be graced by talented break dancers, hip hop dancers, poppers, afro dancers etc. The event welcomes everyone. More so, if you’re a dancer, come through and show off your skills! If you can’t dance, but want to see crazy head spins and flips, come, grab a drink and watch the show. This Thursday, you’ll be sure to be a regular at all the rest. The Five Horsemen’s ethos is a creative collective for all of Kampala.
3. Bukoto Street Artisan Market
Kampala’s finest seasonal bazaar, Hosted by Kampala Fair, will be showcasing unique locally made products this Saturday 28th starting 10 AM – 5 PM along Bukoto street. Delicious drinks & bites to be served. Hosted by Kampala Fair, Good Glass, Kijani Baby & KONA, Entry to the event is Free! At the event, Voice International will be showcasing their Ankole & Bloom Jewelry Collections, their rattan hand woven bags and much more. Don’t miss their Bukoto Street Market debut! Local and amazing art works from different art spaces and communities will be at display. The event brings to you Kampala’s finest Vendors, introducing Cooee kids,
who will be unveiling their new Safari Collection made from 100% Ugandan Cotton. Be sure to drop by the market this Saturday.
4. Purple Party Tour – Hoima
Hoima people, are you ready? The Purple party Tour will be rocking your town this Saturday, 28th September Sep 28 at 10 AM – Sep 29 at 4 AM at Boma grounds. It’s going to be massively splendid as the greatest musicians of the land grace your stage and entertain you to the fullest. Watch out for exquisite fun filled performances and activities to bless your weekend. Don’t miss out on a refreshingly different vibe. Fall in for the party, party after party.
5. East African Meat Carnival
The East African Meat Carnival is here. The event is a Meet and Meat Affair that celebrates East African Meats and Music. This Sep 28 starting from 2 PM – Sep 29 at 5 AM, Come enjoy delicious Nyama choma along great African Music vibes and tunes that will spice up and sum up your wonderfull weekend. You will be in company of Kampala’s coolest DJ’s; DJ Cisse, DJ Mujo and DJ Bennon taking you on the ones and twos. The evening comes with a promotional offer of Tusker Lites at 20k. The event is gladly hosted by The Gardens Najjera.
6. Sheraton Poolside Silent Disco
Kampala’s Most Premium Poolside Silent Disco is back on Friday 27th September 2019 at Sheraton Kampala Hotel. The event features Kampala’s Top Deejays; Dj Ciza, Cheeko Dread, Dj Regnick who will keep the Party lit while mixing great music. Live Grill, Lots of Cocktails and Drinks will all be on discount. An early bird Ticket to the event goes for 20,000 Ugx for Door ticket at 30K and VIP tickets at 50K. The event is powered by NXT Radio UG For Bookings call: 0784721997
7. UG FIFA Maestro season 1 Tournament
Are you a gamer? Is play station your thing? Look no further, its right here. The Biggest FIFA gamers event in Uganda is on this Saturday starting at 10 AM – 10 PM at Kwik bar and restaurant Kitintale. The event is Hosted by UG FIFA Maestro and Calmond Group Ltd. Two million shillings, wait! Did I Say two million shillings, Ouh right. 2,000,000Ugx are up for grabs for the grand winners of the tournament. Get your 5 man crew tickets online. Each ticket goes for 100k and admits a team of 5 gamers to the event.
8. Walls Speak Edition 1- Art Exhibition
Wonder Art Gallery presents the first of its kind pop-up art exhibition dubbed ‘Walls Speak’ that is aimed at showcasing the most exclusive art collection across Uganda this Saturday 28th starting from 9 AM to 5 PM at Kingdom Kampala building 10th floor space. Tickets to the Event go for 20,000 Ugx only. CREATIVITY is allowing yourself to make mistakes. ART is knowing which ones to keep.
9. National Motocross Championship Round 6
This Sunday at 11 AM – 5 PM, come witness the adrenaline rush as Lato Milk ambassadors Maxime Van Pee and Miguel Katende take center-stage in Round 6 of the National Motocross Championship at Victoria Raceway Park, Garuga Track, Entebbe. The fun based event is a great opportunity for a family day out as you mischievously witness acrobatic motorcycle stunts and great racing from the best local motocross stars.
10. HoT Cultural Connections @The Museum
The Uganda Museum and House Of Talent East Africa are introducing a monthly culturally inspired and activated Evening Treat dubbed “HoT Cultural Connections @The Museum”; to be show cased every last Sunday of the Month. This SUNDAY 29th September 2019 at 5PM, come witness the inaugural performance of The Cultural Connections Fest at The Uganda Museum.
Expect such rare activities such as the presentation of our indigenous African Expressive Art Forms like Traditional Music, Instrumentation and Dances, Folklore, Art Facts at the Museum and Contemporary music. With creative performances, the event is interactive, educative, funfilled and entertaining hosted by the man himself; Bigsam Kisakye. For Reservations please reach us on: +256 704 814 506 or +256 776 617 450.
This is what we call The Cultural Connections! Don’t miss!
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