Uhuru Park set for food, music and culture as three-day Nairobi Festival kicks off
The festival will run under the theme Experience the Vibe of the City, and organisers have lined up a wide list of activities meant to showcase Nairobi’s creative energy.
Uhuru Park is set to become the centre of activity this weekend as Nairobi prepares for the return of the Nairobi Festival, a three-day celebration scheduled for December 12 to 14.
The county has revived the event to give residents a place to enjoy the Jamhuri Day weekend through food, music, art, and shared experiences.
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The festival will run under the theme Experience the Vibe of the City, and organisers have lined up a wide list of activities meant to showcase Nairobi’s creative energy.
Food lovers will find the Nairobi Street Food Festival stocked with local favourites, while performers on the DOBA lineup and the Dunda Music Stage will keep the park lively throughout the day and into the night.
Visitors will also be treated to live art pieces, a safe area for children, and fireworks every evening.
A key moment in this year’s programme will be the 2025 BEBA Awards, held with support from FEDCO.
The event will bring together standout nganyas and senkes in what is expected to be the biggest matatu display the city has hosted. Riders and fans will get a close look at detailed paintwork, chrome touches, LED lights, and powerful sound systems during the showcase on December 12 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
County Governor Johnson Sakaja has encouraged residents not to miss the event, saying, “Tukutane Nairobi Festival hii Jamhuri Day weekend. Karibuni!”
To make the festival accessible, the county has kept ticket prices at Sh50 for children and Sh100 for adults. Tickets can be bought through USSD *647#, and gate tickets will also be available. No cash will be accepted at any entry point.
The festival grounds will open daily from 10:00 am, and activities will run late into the evening.
With its broad mix of culture, entertainment, and family outings, this year’s Nairobi Festival aims to give residents a bright and welcoming place to celebrate the city and the Jamhuri Day holiday.
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