Events This Weekend

Hi Everyone, it’s Thursday!

We are super happy and excited that you all have decided to join us here once again this Afternoon. It’s that day of the week when your number one source for all things entertainment, fashion, lifestyle, music and whole lot more – BellaNaija.com keeps you updated with all the most interesting and buzz worthy events and hangouts to be spotted with all your loved ones.

This week is packed with so many events from Lagos to the city of London and we have taken our time to make sure your weekend is a blast of never ending fun and excitement.

Have a fantastic day and remember the best life to live is one that positively affects others. Make it a point of duty to be there for someone this weekend. We LOVE and ADORE you all. Be sure to stay safe. See you next week, Ciao!

Colours In Africa Ltd. Furniture Exhibition
Yesterday, Nigerian manufacturing and retailing company Colours in Africa Ltd. officially opened its Lagos showroom to the general public. Today, they will kick off their 4 day furniture exhibition which will see in attendance industry players such as property developers, estate managers, architects, interior designers, industrial designers and companies. On display will be a wide array of different product range including  outdoor and patio furniture, indoor furniture hotel furniture like beds and bars, construction furniture and office furniture. Admission is free for all.
Date: Thursday 28th June 2012
Time: 4 PM
Venue: Colour In Africa Lt, 13 A Musa Yar’Adua Street, off Idowu Martins street, Victoria Island, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 070228210284 | 08028547569 | 08020692181 | E-mail [email protected] | [email protected] | Log on to their Website
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Gospel Night Live
The 2nd edition of the monthly gospel entertaining event Gospel Night Live will take place today at Rodizzo Hall, Ikeja, Lagos and will see performances by Sammie Okposo, Vivien Stephen, Sabina, K’ore, Akin Alabi, Nene, IK the Don, Monique and Game man. Admission is free for all but you have to download an app on your app to gain entry. To download the app, click here
Date: Thursday 28th June 2012
Time: 6 PM – 10 PM
Venue: Rodizzio Hall, 29 Isaac John Street, Ikeja, Lagos
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Nigezie Relaunch Party with 2Face, DJ Jimmy Jatt, DJ Xclusive & More
Virtual Media Network in conjunction with Now Muzik and Hypertek present the Nigezie Relaunch Party. The soiree for the 24 hour music channel set to take place this Friday at Rumors, Ikeja will be hosted by multi-award winning artiste 2 Face Idibia, who will perform some of his hit tracks. Also scheduled to attend and walk on the green carpet at 9 PM are DJ Jimmy Jatt, DJ Xclusive, DJ Caise and DJ Neptune. Admission is free for all.
Date: Friday 29th June 2012
Time: 9 PM
Venue: Rumors Club & Lounge, 15 Oduduwa Way, G.R.A, Ikeja, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, ping 285F9700
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Elite Model Look Lagos Audition
Auditions for the 5th edition of Internationally acclaimed modelling competition – Elite Model Look will kick off in Lagos this Saturday. All applicants should register Here and come to the venue with two recent photos (One head shot and one full length) of themselves. Female applicants must be between the ages of 14 and 22 with a height of 5’8- 6FT while male applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 28 with a height of 5’11 – 6’2. All applicants must be Nigerians.
Date: Saturday 30th June 2012
Time: 9 AM – 1 PM
Venue: The Studio, 71 Raymond Njoku Str, off Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquires; E-mail [email protected]| Follow them on Twitter@elite_NG | Like their Facebook Page | Log on to their Website
 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Race for Change
UK Based charity organization committed to transforming the lives of underprivileged children in Nigeria through education Path to Possibilities (P2P)  is organizing a 5 Km and 10 Km charity run tagged Race for Change this Saturday at Trent Park, London, UK. Race for Change will kick off at 11 AM and the P2P is calling on 100 fun seeking individuals to sign up for their race to educate more children. It’s going to be a party in the park with Afro beats, African food and drinks for runners, including snacks for those who come to watch and the best thing of all is that this party is for a good cause. Every penny raised will go towards the education of talented but underprivileged children. All runners should please come dressed in their Ankara pieces or any funny costume of their choice. The best costume to cross the finish line will win a prize. Admission is free for all.
Date: Saturday 30th June 2012
Time: 11 AM
Venue: Trent Park, off Cockfosters Road, Enfield, EN4 QPS, London, UK
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, E-mail [email protected] | [email protected] | Follow @P2P_Nigeria | Like their Facebook Page | Log on to their Website 
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Lagos Mums present First Aid Class for Babies & Toddlers
Lagos Mums will hold the first of a series of classes offering first aid for babies and toddlers this Saturday. The class which is an essential course on emergency safety procedures in and around the home is a must attend for all mothers in Lagos for them to acquire life saving skills to help their children and costs N 3,000 per person and N 5,000 for 2 people who sign up together.
Date: Saturday 30th June 2012
Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
Venue: Ovie Brume Foundation, 27 A Gafar Animashaun Steert, Off Ajose Adeogun Victoria Island, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08033065617 | 08039786069 | e-mail [email protected] | [email protected]
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

DW Series with Mai Atafo, Kunle Afolayan & Yinka Davies
Another edition of the socio-interactive workshop series that bridges the gap between leading practitioners and students in the fields of art, design and culture DW Series will be held this Saturday at UNILAG and to interact with all attendees at this edition are Fashion designer Mai Atafo, Movie director/producer Kunle Afolayan and sensational songstress Yinka Davies. Admission is free for all, just send your info to [email protected]
Date: Saturday 30th June 2012
Time: 12 Noon
Venue: PG Architecture Studio, University of Lagos, Akoka, Yaba, Lagos
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

The Official Launch of Shakara Couture & the Opening of its Flagship Store
Lagos stylistas, it’s yet another time for you to wear your sky high platforms and figure hugging frocks as Nigerian fashion house Shakara Couture will officially launch its label and open its flagship store in grand style this Saturday. Influenced by vintage glamour and inspired by timeless elegance and fashion of the 1920s and 1950s, the label is set to bring into the Nigerian Fashion industry like never before, a fusion of African and Western Vintage fashion using African tribal print, tie and dye, lace, embroidery and bead work. Admission is free for all.
Date: Saturday 30th June 2012
Time: 12 Noon – 6 PM
Venue: 20 A, Olubunmi Rotimi Street, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, E-mail [email protected] | Like their Facebook Page 
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Naturals in the City presents Healthy Hair & Skin
Get ready for another edition of the natural hair meet-up event Naturals in the City taking place this Saturday at Omenka Gallery, Ikoyi, Lagos. The event will see all attendees learn about retaining hair length, caring for their hair in protective styles, beauty drinking, detoxification, scalp massage and so much more from this professionals – Yeni Oluwaseyi (Natural Hair Stylist), Dr. Vivian Oputa (Dermatologist), Rita Aiyeniko (Esthetician), Natural Nigerian (Lifestyle Blogger) and Screwy Haired Girl (Hair Blogger). The event will be compered by Chigo. Admission is free for all.
Date: Saturday 30th June 2012
Time: 1:30 PM – 6 PM
Venue: Omenka Gallery, 24 Ikoyi Crescent off Osborne Road, Ikoyi, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 07031002668 | e-mail [email protected] | [email protected]
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

AM Victorious Supermodel Contest Grand Finale
This Saturday AM Victorious will hold its Supermodel Contest Grand Finale at the City Mall, Lagos.  The event which will see one lucky girl crowned the official AM Victorious model will kick off with a red carpet session at 2 PM. Top Nigerian Yoruba actor Ayo Badmus and MC Small Mummy will host the event. Admission is free for all but you have to RSVP by calling 07034484086 | 08086076071 | 08094204868
Date: Saturday 30th June 2012
Time: 2 PM
Venue: City Mall, Victoria Island, Lagos
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

The New Collection by Mango, Etam & Ennzo
This Saturday at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Ballroom, Lekki, Mango alongside Etam lingerie and Ennzo for men will officially launch their new collection in grand style. The event sponsored will kick off with a red carpet session at exactly 6 PM and promises to be a fantastic, fun filled and exciting fashion show.  Admission is strictly by invitation, to attend, e-mail to [email protected].
Date: Saturday 30th June 2012
Time: 6 PM
Venue: Lagos Oriental Hotel Ballroom, Lekki, Lagos
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Iconola Lagos Tea Party
Abuja based Nigerian fashion label Iconola will be coming to Lagos for a one day tea party where all attendees will shop for their designs at a discounted rate. Light refreshments will also be made available for all. Admission is free for all.
Date: Sunday 1st July 2012
Time: 11 AM – 6 PM
Venue: Kessington Meadows Limited, 5 Dipo Orepitan Crescent, 2nd Avenue Extension, Abacha Estate, Ikoyi, Lagos
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Dipo & His Women
Experience an exciting evening this Sunday at the Dipo & His Women show taking place at Sip Bar & Lounge, Victoria Island, Lagos. Scheduled to perform on the D-Day are Temi Dollface. Aramide and Ruby.The event will be anchored by Chiedu Ifeozo.
Date: Sunday 1st July 2012
Time: 6 PM
Venue: Sip Bar & Lounge, 118 Akin Adesola Street, Victoria Island, Lagos
Ticket Prices: Regular N 5000 | VIP Table N 100,000
Ticket Locations: Jazzhole, 168 Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos | At the Venue
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
BellaNaija.com is not responsible for the organization or further promotion of these events, neither do we have a stake in their sales or popularity. Inclusion in “Events This Weekend” is Free. Contact – adsales (at) bellanaija.com on or before Wednesday every week if you will like your event to be included. Note that BN reserves the right to choose which events are featured. “Pay to attend” parties attract a fee