Events This Weekend

It’s the WEEKEND – YAY!

BellaNaija Events presents Events This Weekend, the slot where we keep you updated on all the most buzzed about events and places of interests to be spotted with your loved ones.

From the city of Lagos to Port Harcourt, we’ve got your back.
See where you need to be.
Have FUN!!!

Voice D Mic
Voice D Mic, a weekly music talent hunt show to help promote and discover new stars in all genre of music, will take place today at the Modiza Lounge, Ikeja, Lagos. Three winners from the event will be chosen. Prizes include a free track recording and music video shoot as well as an opportunity to network with some of the top music execs and personalities. So if you are an aspiring musician, you don’t want to miss out. Admission is free for all.
Date: Thursday 14th November 2013
Time: 4 PM
Venue: Modiza Lounge, 64B Toyin Street, Opebi, Ikeja, Lagos
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Zumba Kids
Get your kids in shape with the Zumba Kids fitness class taking place on Thursdays and Mondays. It is open to children between the ages of 5 and 12.
Date: Thursday 14th November 2013
Time: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Venue: Bodiworks Studio, 3 Obafemi Anibaba Street, Lekki Phase 1, Lekki, Lagos
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Karaoke Night at LaMango
LaMango Restaurant and Bar, Lagos cordially invites you to its karaoke night. Admission is free for all.
Date: Thursday 14th November 2013
Time: 6 PM
Venue: La Mango Restaurant & Bar, 2 Adekunle Fajuyi Street, Ikeja, GRA, Lagos ______________________________________________________________________________

Society for the Performing Arts in Nigeria presents SPANFest
This November is going to be exciting, with numerous upcoming events in Lagos, but if you are interested in the beauty of performing arts, then you need to be at SPANFest. The event is organized by Society of the Performing Arts in Nigeria. The SPANFest is a collection of events and workshops which will hold in Lagos showcasing performances and presentations in Dance, Music, Spoken word, Fashion, Theater and Comedy. Tickets to the show are available on NaijaTicketShop, Konga and Jumia.
Date: Thursday 14th November 2013 – Friday 15th November 2013
Venue: Ocean View, Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08081597669 | 017767726 | e-mail [email protected]
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Yvonne Nelson’s VIP Birthday Party
On Tuesday, Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson turned 28 years old. On Friday, Cokobar will host her for a special birthday party in London. To attend, send a text message “Coko Yvonne” to 07786200350.
Date: Friday 15th November 2013
Venue: Clause Bar, 1 Lovat Lane, EC3R BDT, London, UK
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All Star Weekend 2013
It’s a weekend of non-stop partying. Music stars Tiwa Savage, Wizkid, Iyanya and Sean Tizzle as well as DJ Cuppy, DJ Sai and DJ Neptune will be headlining at the Cafe Vanessa, Victoria Island, Lagos. To book a table, call 08096440651.
Date: Friday 15th November 2013 – Saturday 16th November 2013
Time: 10 PM
Venue: Cafe Vanessa, 1089B Adeola Odeku, Victoria Island, Lagos
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Night of Worship: Indescribable God
Joshuaville of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) presents the 5th edition of its Night of Worship, an annual event where everyone gathers for a night of all-night worship. For this year’s event, the headlining acts include Byron Cage, Shana Wilson and Sonnie Badu. Other ministers schedule to attend include BeeJay Sax, Nathan Flo Akiremi, The Voices in Zion, The Sounds of Heaven and The Psalmists. To attend, register on their website – www.nightofworshiponline.org
Date: Friday 15th November 2013
Time: 10 PM
Venue: Havilah Open Ground, opposite The Incubator, CoD church road, off Ligali Ayorinde, Victoria Island, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, send an e-mail to [email protected] | log on to their website
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Watersworth Art Brokers
Encourage your child’s creativity by registering them now for Watersworth Art Brokers’ training in art. Drawing inspiration from the works in the gallery’s collection students will create hands on projects while the master artists help them in learning and creating their own works in different media and styles. Registration fee is N 10,000 while adults will pay the sum of N 20,000.
Date: Saturday 16th November 2013
Time: 9:30 AM
Venue: Watersworth Gallery, 3B Unity Close off Africa Lane, Lekki, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general inquiries, call 0809999092 | 07030799683 | e-mail [email protected]
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Watersworth presents Fit, Fun & Flair
Do you love to dance and are you looking for a fun and fab way to lose weight? Then Fit, Fun and Flair is for you. Watersworth Art Gallery in conjunction with Gbenga Yusuf of Maltina Dance All competition, presents you dance classes that will make all the difference. The offer package/fee is N 15,000.
Date: Saturday 16th November 2013
Time: 9:30 AM
Venue: Watersworth Gallery, 3B Unity Close off Africa Lane, Lekki, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general inquiries, call 0809999092 | 07030799683 | e-mail [email protected]
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Lagos Fashion Workshop
The 3rd edition of the free Nigeria Fashion Workshop initiated by Nigerian designer Emmy Collins will take place this Saturday. The focus of this year’s event will be on tailoring, business of fashion and other corners of the fashion industry. Keynote speakers include Emmy Collins, ace photographer Kelechi Amadi-Obi and PR expert Tunde Renner. Interested upcoming and aspiring designers as well as accessory designers are advised to register immediately by sending an e-mail [email protected]
Date: Saturday 16th November 2013
Time: 10 AM – 12 Noon
Venue: The Hillside Gardens Guest House, 7B Abimbola Close, off Kasumu Ekemofe, off Saka Tinubu, Victoria Island, Lagos
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The Art of Leather
Mona Matthews and Morin. O will showcase their latest collections of leather shoes, bags, clutches and belts for men and women at the annual Art of Leather show taking place Port Harcourt this Saturday. Admission is free for all.
Date: Saturday 16th November 2013
Time: 10 AM – 6 PM
Venue: Golden Tulip, 1C Eva Crescent, GRA Phase II, Port Harcourt, Rivers
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Loungin’ with Yeka
Loungin’ is an event organized by Buc’Green Concept. It is a fusion of fashion, art, dance and music. The 2013 edition of the event will take place this Saturday at the VGC Club in Victoria Garden City, Lagos. Nigeria Idol Season 1 winner Yeka Onka will be performing. Other artistes scheduled to attend include Emmanuella, Acechik, Kelly Able, Odeshi and many more.
Date: Saturday 16th November 2013
Time: 4 PM
Venue: VGC Club, Victoria Garden City, Lagos
Ticket Prices: Regular N5000 | Table for 4 N30,000 at naijaticketshop.com | Cool FM | VGC Club
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08056719926, 07032731414, 08023842746.
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Coupe Decale: Live in Cotonou Concert
Kennis Music, Raypower and Ephizzy Media present Coupe Decale Concert headlined by Minjin. The event will also features acts from Nigeria and Benin Republic including Joe EL, Emma Nyra, Pryse, Yung L, HOT, Jaywon, Solid Star, Henry Knight, Excellente, JJC Skillz, Eedris Abdulkareem and Didi Dobo. The show will be hosted by Tisan, Shine Begho and Omo Jesu. DJ Yodee, DJ X Smart, DJ Chenz and DJ Bobbi will also be in attendance.
Date: Saturday 16th November 2013
Time: 4 PM
Venue: Novo Beach, PK 10, Cotonou, Benin Republic
Gate Fee: 2000 CFA
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The William Onyeabor Release Party in Lagos
You are invited to the William Onyeabor Release Party this Saturday at Bogobiri, Lagos. With a special DJ-set by Ikon and friends, the event promises to be fun filled. To attend, RSVP at www.smoothandgood.com
Date: Saturday 16th November 2013
Time: 7 PM
Venue: Bogobiri House, 7-9 Maitama Sule Street, Lagos
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The Official Launch of the Christy Essien-Igbokwe Memorial Foundation
This Sunday, Nigeria will pay tribute to the late Lady of Songs; Christy Essien-Igokwe, with the launch of her 11th and final album at the InterContinental Hotel, Lagos. A foundation in her name, will also be launched. The event is strictly by invitation.
Date: Sunday 17th November 2013
Venue: The InterContinental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos
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Eko, The Musical
Lagos, get ready for a night of music and dance. It’s Eko, The Musical. The event features a cultural constellation and artistic fest of entertainment offering a rare delight of listening to the best of Jazz, Classical, Afro Beat, Neo-soul, Reggae and Blues. It will have a kaleidoscope of 2 riveting plays and an avante-garde art exhibition. It will take place this Saturday.
Date: Saturday 16th November 2013
Time: 5 PM
Venue: Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Lagos
Ticket Prices: Regular N 3500 | VIP  N 10,000
Ticket Locations: Silverbird Galleria, 133 Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos | Silverbird Ikeja, Ikeja City Mall, Lagos | Ozone Cinemas, Yaba, Lagos | Domino’s Pizza, Victoria Island & Lekki, Lagos | Coldstone Creamery, Victoria Island & Lekki, Lagos | Terra Kulture, 1376 Tiamiyu Savage Street, off Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos | Jazzhole, Ikoyi, Lagos
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Ara Movement: Rhythm & Colours | Father’s Heart
Ara Movement: Rhythm & Colours, a dance presentation as well as Father’s Heart, a play that showcases the display of disobedience, deceit and betrayal and how it does not matter how far or how deeply a child has become lost in the world, will be screened.
Date: Sunday 17th November 2013
Time: 3 PM & 6 PM
Venue: Terra Kulture, 1376 Tiamiyu Savage Street, off Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos
Gate Fee: N 2, 500
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08065608501 | 08186806337 | 08082527441
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Lare’s Old Skool Nite
You are invited to Lare’s Old Skool Nite event at La Mango Restaurant and Bar, Lagos.
Date: Sunday 17th November 2013
Time: 5 PM
Venue: La Mango Restaurant & Bar, 2 Adekunle Fajuyi Street, Ikeja, GRA, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general inquiries, call 08082646670 | 08191914220 | e-mail [email protected]
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Obiora Obiwon in Gold Water Concert
Urban gospel recording artiste Obiora Obiwon will launch his new album Gold Water this Sunday with a stellar 90-minute concert at the Eko Hotel & Suites, Lagos. Guests scheduled to attend include Ali Baba, Nathaniel Bassey, Frank Edwards, Kenny K’ore, Mike Abdul, Nikki Laoye, ID Cabasa, Jodie, Soluchi, DVD, Alien Nation, Tochi and Victoria. To attend, register at www.alimmeedia.com/goldwater
Date: Sunday 17th November 2013
Time: 5:15 PM – 8:30 PM
Venue: The Grand Ball Room, Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos
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Living Funeral Asaba Premiere
After a successful Lagos premiere of its breast cancer awareness movie – “Living Funeral“, public service charity organization, Pink Pearl Foundation is set to premiere in Asaba, Delta. The film is evidence to the organization’s dedication to increase public awareness through education about symptoms, prevention, diseases processes and the importance of regular examination for early detection. Admission is free for all.
Date: Tuesday 19th November 2013
Time: Breast Screening 9 AM – 4 PM | Movie Premiere 6 PM
Venue: The Dome, Asaba, Delta
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