Looking for events in Harare this weekend? From album launches and comedy nights to a half marathon, a rugby Test and a very pink October, the Sunshine City is packed from Friday evening to Sunday night.
Here is your day-by-day guide to the best events in Harare this weekend | 23–25 October 2026, with venues, times and ticket prices so you can plan your weekend in minutes.
With jacaranda season in full swing, the city looks its best, and the calendar matches it.
Harare Weekend Events at a Glance
- Biggest music days: HKD Festival at Glamis Arena, Soke at Zimbabwe German Society and Victor Kunonga’s Double Identity album launch
- Biggest sport: Zimbabwe Sables vs Namibia at the National Sports Stadium (Saturday) and the Sunshine City Jacaranda Half Marathon at Harare Gardens (Sunday)
- Pink October: Purple Bloom & Pink Ribbons, Frost & Sip: The Pink Edition, Pink October Brunch and Shades Of Pink 3D Art
- Free events: Singles Meet Up for 34+, Ngairire Mbira at Theatre In The Park and Karaoke Night at The Firepit Grill & Bar
- Cheapest tickets: the Aloe, Cactus & Succulent Plant Sale and the rugby, both from just $2
Friday 23 October: Events in Harare Tonight
Friday is all about evening plans, from music and theatre to dinner under the stars.
- Home Makers Expo – Thornpark Polo Club, 9am, $5. A showcase of home, décor and lifestyle ideas. It is happening throughout the weekend.
- Singles Meet Up for 34+ – New Life Covenant Church, 6pm–8pm, free. A relaxed, no-cost way to meet new people.
- Double Identity Album Launch – Zimbabwe German Society, 51 Lawson Avenue, Milton Park, 6pm, $20. Veteran musician Victor Kunonga launches his new album Double Identity with his band Peace and special guests Daniel Ngwira and Mwenje Matole, presented with the Afrotrance Series.
- Movie Night Under The Stars – Wise Owl Westgate, 6pm, $5. An outdoor screening, and one of the best-value plans of the night.
- Fine Dining Evening – Kelly’s Cuttings, 6pm, $50. A dressed-up dinner for a date night or a celebration.
- African Voices Now: 30 Acres – Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre, 7pm, $5 / $12. Part of Almasi Collaborative Arts’ festival of new African plays, which runs until 6 November. The theatre is small, with only 60 seats, and last year’s shows sold out, so book early.
Saturday 24 October: The Busiest Day of the Weekend
Saturday is the big one, with more than 20 events across the city. Here they are by type.
Music and festivals
- Fabrik Party Convention – 12 Maasdorp Avenue, 10am–8pm, $20. Zimbabwe’s street culture in one place: street art, fashion, alternative music, DJ culture, skate jams and creative business workshops. It continues on Sunday.
- Soke: Celebrate Africa – Zimbabwe German Society, 1pm–10pm, from $20 (earlier ticket phases are cheaper). A pan-African day festival from Untamed Authority. The dress code is a touch of Africa.
- HKD Festival (3rd Edition) – Glamis Arena, 4pm, from $15. Harare’s Afro-dancehall festival returns with a stacked line-up that includes Holy Ten, Jnr Spragga, Queen Kadijah, Baba Harare, Nutty O, Nisha T, Seh Calaz and Guspy Warrior, plus live music from InTotal Band. Freeman HKD has also released his 14th album, Peace, just ahead of the show.
- DJ Stokie at La Parada – La Parada, Bay Noakes Road, 3pm–12am, from $20. Ticket prices rise in phases, so buying early saves money.
- Sylent Nights – Hive 25, 6pm, $50. A ticketed night out for those wanting a premium evening.
- Prism – Denga, 1pm–6pm, $20. An afternoon session for a laid-back Saturday.
- Archive 002: Denim x Culture – Queen Of Hearts, 1pm–7pm. A denim-and-culture afternoon for fashion fans. Check the venue for entry details.
Sport
- Rugby: Zimbabwe Sables vs Namibia – National Sports Stadium, from $2. This is the Sables’ last home outing before their November tour of the United Kingdom, and they have not beaten Namibia at home in more than two decades. It is listed from 1pm, but local media reports point to a 3pm kick-off, so arrive early. Tickets from $2 make it the cheapest big event of the weekend.
Pink October events
- Purple Bloom & Pink Ribbons – Borrowdale Racecourse, 12pm, from $25. A day at the races with a purple-and-pink theme for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
- Frost & Sip: The Pink Edition – The Studio 17A, 12pm–2pm, $30. A pink-themed sip-and-socialise session.
Food and drink
- My Next Cup Of Tea: Tasting & Poetry – Native Art Cafe, 11am–1pm, $7. Tea tasting paired with poetry, one of the most relaxing plans on the list.
- Wine Glass Painting – Luna’s Restaurant, 2.30pm–4.30pm, $35. A hands-on creative afternoon, popular for friends and couples.
- Sushi Buffet – Vanilla Moon, 6pm, $20. All-you-can-eat sushi for a casual dinner.
Theatre, comedy and culture
- African Voices Now: Quixotic – Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre, 6pm, $5 / $12. Another new African play from the Almasi festival.
- Tinashe Fortune: Certified Ghetto Superstar – Reps Theatre, 6pm, from $20. A one-man comedy show from New School Comedy. Doors open at 6pm.
- Ngairire Mbira by Tendai Mavengeni – Theatre In The Park, 6pm, free. Live mbira music at no cost.
- A Kitchen Tea Comedy Show – Maize & Mingle Cafe, 7pm, $30. A comedy night built around the kitchen-tea tradition.
Markets and outdoors
- Aloe, Cactus & Succulent Plant Sale – ZimParks HQ Gardens, 8am–3pm, $2. A cheap, early start for plant lovers.
Sunday 25 October: Run, Brunch and Unwind
Sunday starts early for runners and winds down with markets, brunch and a free karaoke night.
- Sunshine City Jacaranda Half Marathon – Harare Gardens, 5.30am, $15. Harare’s nickname is the Sunshine City, and this race runs through its jacaranda season. Earlier editions have offered 21km, 10km and 5km options.
- Triathlon Zim – Mount Pleasant Pool. Check with the organisers for times and entry.
- Pink October Brunch – Cobblestone Restaurant, 9am–2pm. A leisurely brunch for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
- Home Makers Expo – Thornpark Polo Club, 9am, $5. Second chance to catch it.
- Fabrik Party Convention – 12 Maasdorp Avenue, 10am–8pm, $20. Day two of the street-culture convention.
- Old Stables Market – Borrowdale Racecourse. A Sunday market for browsing, snacking and shopping local.
- African Voices Now – Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre, 1pm, $5 / $12. A Sunday matinee of the festival.
- Lifestyle Sets: Rally & Relish Padel – Stable Sports, 1pm–6pm, $15. Padel is one of the fastest-growing sports in the city, and this one comes with a social side.
- Shades Of Pink 3D Art – Cresta Lodge Msasa, 1.30pm, $40. A pink-themed art experience.
- Parking Lot Pop-Up Skate Jam – The Hub, 170 The Chase. Check the organisers for times and entry.
- Sooo Sunday Car Meet – Emagumeni Madokero, 3pm. A relaxed meet-up for car enthusiasts.
- Karaoke Night – The Firepit Grill & Bar, 6pm, free entry. A free way to end the weekend.
Tips for Enjoying Harare’s Weekend Events
- Buy early. Several events, including Soke, DJ Stokie and the Fabrik Party Convention, use phased ticket pricing that rises as the date gets closer.
- Book small venues in advance. The Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre seats only 60 people.
- Arrive early at big events. The National Sports Stadium, Glamis Arena and the Sunday half marathon will all draw crowds.
- Carry small change. Smaller markets and entry gates are quicker to move through with small notes.
- Confirm details. Times, prices and venues can change, so check with each organiser before you travel.
Plan Your Harare Weekend
Whether you are a Harare local or visiting for the weekend, there is something for every budget and every mood. Pick your day, book early and enjoy the best of the Sunshine City.
