Events This Weekend

Hello BellaNaijarians, good afternoon.

It’s Thursday; that means the weekend is here.

BellaNaija Events has compiled a list of fun events for you to attend. Check it out!

Art-O-Mic by Blue Frog Academy
Enroll your children for Blue Frog Academy‘s summer holiday program tagged Art-O-Mic. The intensive and extensive program is united by a focus on providing students with knowledge in arts, design and technology. Be sure to contact them for details.
Date: Thursday 12th September 2013 – Saturday 14th September 2013
Time: 9 AM – 4 PM (Monday – Friday) | 10 AM – 4 PM (Saturdays)
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 07046077721 | 08184593384
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Viv La Resistance presents End of Summer Sale
Nigerian design label Viv La Resistance cordially invites you to its end of Summer Sale. Get fab VLV items for 75% less. Pieces from the Kaleidoscope collection and sample runway pieces will be available. Admission is free for all.
Date: Thursday 12th September 2013 – Monday 30th September 2013
Time: 10 AM – 6 PM
Venue: Viv La Resistance, 202 Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08033078742 | [email protected]
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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 12th September 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 12th September 2013
Time: 6 PM
Venue: La Mango Restaurant & Bar, 2 Adekunle Fajuyi Street, Ikeja, GRA, Lagos ______________________________________________________________________________

Fashion & Music 2.0 Edition
The ICM, in collaboration with Drimcruz Entertainment Ltd, presents the second edition of the Ikeja City Mall Fashion and Music show. The  show will give you the best of fashion display, light and music performances from your favourite models, music artistes and comedians. Activities include a catwalk session by top models, music performances, comedy, dance, raffle draws, special sales/auctions and celebrity guest appearances.
Date: Friday 13th September 2013
Time: Red Carpet 3 PM | Main Event 4 PM
Venue: ICM, Obafemi Awolowo Road, Alausa, Ikeja
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, like their Facebook page
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Date for a Cause
Porcelain Nigeria is giving you the opportunity to go on a date with fun and cute volunteers being auctioned off while the proceeds get sent to a selected NGO (Slum2School & Ije Arica). You will also get to participate in a speed dating mixer where you go on a 5 minute date with everyone present. The dates last for a few minutes and definitely has its advantages. To register for the event, send your name and number to 08163711110 | 08090655550, e-mail [email protected] and/or add BB pin Add BBM pin 28E8E34D | 29444EFC
Date: Friday 13th September 2013 – Sunday 15th September 2013
Time: 3 PM – 9PM
Venue: Ember Creek, Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos
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Okiriko Art Center presents Intensive 2-day Training & Skill Transfer Workshop
The Okiriko Art Center, the creative art center that hosts exhibitions for artists, engaging arts and crafts for kids and other creative workshops is hosting an intensive 2-day training and skill transfer workshop to empower you. You will get trained on making a variety of accessories including Ankara notebooks, iPad covers, earrings and rings, bangles, Alice bands, necklaces and wedge wrapping. The cost of the workshop is N 15,000. Contact them for payment details.
Date: Friday 13th September 2013 – Saturday 14th September 2013
Time: 3 PM – 6 PM
Venue: Okiriko Art Center, No. 28 Joseph Wayas Street Zone B, Apo Legislative Quarters, Abuja
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 07056986636 | 07016040557 | e-mail [email protected] | log on to their website
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PCE Crew Rewired US Tour
Gospel group PCE Crew are inviting you to their Maryland, US Tour. It kicked off on last Saturday and will end this Sunday. For the full schedule, log on to www.pcecrew.com
Date: Friday 13th September 2013 – Sunday 15th September 2013
Venue: Friday – Jericho City of Praise, Landover, MD | Saturday – Washington Bible College. Lanham, MD | Jesus House, D.C., Silver Spring, MD, USA
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Night with the Masters
Get ready to party all night long this Friday. Over The Top Entertainment presents Night with the Masters. It is a stellar packed event featuring musical performances by Ebenezer Obey, Bright Chimezie, Onyeka Onwenu, Shina Peters, Femi Kuti and Wasiu Ayinde.
Date:  Friday 13th September 2013
Time: 6 PM
Venue: Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos
Ticket Prices: Reguar N 25,000 | VIP (Table) N 100,000 | VIP Couple (Table) N 150,000 | Table of 8 N 1 Million
Ticket Locations: www.afritickets.com | Soul Lounge, Shop 20, The Palms Shopping Mall, BIS Way, Lekki, Lagos | Shoprite | Terra Kulture, 1376 Tiamiyu Savage Victoria Island Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08027821756 |08031375678 | like their Facebook page
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Summer Jam Concert 2013
One of the hottest events of 2013, Summer Jam Concert is set to take place tomorrow. The event will feature performances by M.I., Tiwa Savage, Olamide, Dammy Krane, Bovi and Bash.
Date: Friday 13th September 2013
Time: 10 PM
Venue: Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Lagos
Ticket Prices: N 5,000
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The Hair Affair
Are you a hair merchant, product manufacturer or a lover of all things hair? Then you are invited to The Hair Affair this Saturday at Silverbird Galleria, Abuja. There will lots of details about hair. Admission is free for all.
Date: Saturday 14th September 2013
Time: 9 AM
Venue: Silverbird Galleria, Plot 264, Tafawa Balewa Way, Central Business District, F.C.T, Abuja
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08029755174 | e-mail [email protected]
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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 14th September 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 14th September 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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The Closet Fair
You are invited to The Closet Fair. The event promises to be an amazing blend of networking, karaoke and an exclusive shopping event. There will be several fashion, style, beauty and lifestyle pieces and services all on display. To get in touch, send an email to [email protected]
Date: Saturday 14th September 2013
Time: 10 AM – 7 PM
Venue: Swe Bar & Lounge, 2nd Floor City Mall, Onikan, Lagos
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Presentation Skills Training for Professionals
The presentation skills training for professionals taking place this Saturday at Precint Hotel, Lagos is designed for entrepreneurs who have a problem with facing an audience. The training will see delegates go through five course modules working on ideal topics of their choice, developing presentation and getting feedback.
Date: Saturday 14th September 2013
Time: 10 AM – 5 PM
Venue: Precinct Comfort Hotel, Yaba, Lagos
Fee: N 25, 000
Contact: For more info and general enquiries,  call 08189720737 | e-mail [email protected]
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AsakeOge presents Fashion of Business Conference
If you are interested in any aspect of the fashion business, then you need to attend the Business of Fashion conference, organized by London-based womenswear brand AsakeOge. The event is endorsed by FCT Minister Oloye Olajumoke Akinjide who will be opening the event. This event promises to educate all participants on business opportunities and how to identify, manage and develop new products, ideas and services. Guests and speakers include Evelyn Oputa, Dr C Chime, Hajia Aisha Abubakar, Bature Masari, Lanre Da Silva-Ajayi, Ohimai Atafo and Modela.
Date: Saturday 14th September 2013 – Sunday 15th September 2013
Time: 10 AM – 5 PM Daily
Venue: International Conference Center, Garki, Abuja
Fee: Registration Seminar & Workshop Fee N 5,000 | Fashion & Arts Banquet Tickets – Standard N 5,000 | VIP N 20, 000
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08098514411 | 08180139231 | 08069885167 | e-mail [email protected] | follow them on Twitter
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Live Your Dreams Africa
Life coach and author of Engaged to a Job I Hate Bankole Williams is back with an inspiring conference Live Your Dreams Africa. The conference which is tagged Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories, is aimed at showcasing people from different walks of life that have pursued their dreams. Speakers include Bankole Williams, Idy Enang (MD L’Oreal Central/West Africa), Funmike Olayera (21st Century Technologies), Lanre Olusola (The Catalyst), Steve Harris (Life Strategist), Linda Ikeji (Blogger), OC Ukeje (Actor), Ibrahim Suleiman (Choreographer) and Tomi Odunsi (Actress). To attend, register at www.liveyourdreamsafrica.com or call 08187939425.
Date: Saturday 14th September 2013
Time: 11 AM
Venue: Terra Kulture, 1376 Tiamiyu Savage Victoria Island, Lagos
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Emirati Shopping & Fashion Fair
You are invited to the Emirati Shopping and Fashion Fair taking place this Saturday at A Class Park, Abuja. Attendees will get to shop for all their favourite items including clothes, shoes, bags and delicious foods. Side attractions also include fashion presentations and a fab shopping corner. All families are invited. Admission is free for all.
Date: Saturday 14th September 2013
Time: 11 AM – 7 PM
Venue: A Class Park, Kashim Ibrahim Way, Wuse II, Abuja
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 08092763044 | 08036085809
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The Secrets of The Journey
On Saturday, the Discovery for Men Enhancement Programme – a Christian body under the auspices of The Fountain of Life Church, will hold a gathering. Tagged The Secrets of The Journey. Hosted by Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, the event will kick off at 12 Noon. The guest speaker of the day is Gamaliel Onosode. Admission is free for all.
Date: Saturday 14th September 2013
Time: 12 Noon
Venue: The Fountain of Life Church, 12 Industrial Estate Road (by PZ Industries), Ilupeju, Lagos
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Toastmasters Meeting
Toastmasters International, a world leader in communication and leadership development will hold another edition of its meeting this Saturday at Food of the Sun, Lagos. The meeting is a learn-by-doing workshop in which participants hone their speaking and leadership skills in a no-pressure atmosphere. Admission is free for all.
Date: Saturday 14th September 2013
Time: 1 PM – 3 PM
Venue: Food of the Sun, Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 07062498175 | 08034417112
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The Business of Spoken Word Poetry in Nigeria
i2X Media Company Ltd. presents another edition of Word Up. The event is tagged The Business of Spoken Word Poetry in Nigeria. Topics to be discussed include the art of spoken word poetry, events management, branding yourself and your event. Speakers include Shina Atilola (Group Head, Strategy and Communications, Sterling Bank), Kelvin Orifa (Manager, Youth Market at MTN Nigeria), Chiedu Ifeozo (Published Writer and Spoken Word Poet), Donna K (Top Female Spoken Word Poet in Nigeria) and Olajumoke Alawode- James (co-organizer, Freedom Hall, a weekly open mic Poetry and Music event). Admission is free for all.
Date: Saturday 14th September 2013
Time: 2 PM
Venue: Bogobiri, 9 Maitama Sule, off Awolowo, Road, Ikoyi, Lagos
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The Opening of the Quarter
On Saturday, The Quarter, a boutique cafe will launch in style in Abuja. To attend, call 08184144444
Date: Saturday 14th September 2013
Time: 2 PM – 7 PM
Venue: No. 6 Tapeta Street, off Thaba Tseka Street, off IBB Way, British Village, Wuse II, Abuja
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Club Flames Merit Awards
Magik City Entertainment and Entertainment Facts presents an annual club music summit and awards – Club Flames Merit Awards. The event is to celebrate the Nigerian entertainment industry. Some of your favourite stars will be honoured at the event. TV Personality Ariyike Akinbobola will also be honoured.
Date: Saturday 14th September 2013
Time: 9 PM
Venue: Club Vegas, 1 Sheraton Opebi Link Road, Ikeja, Lagos
Gate Fee: N 2,000
Contact: For more info and general enquiries, call 07082240846, 08089435755 | e-mail [email protected]
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Red Polish Store Opening
You are invited to the opening of Red Polish store. They stock human hair extensions, 3D Nail art as well as services such as waxing, pedicure, manicure. Admission is free for all.
Date: Sunday 15th September 2013
Time: 1 PM
Venue: Suite A 207 Bloomsbury Plaza, opposite Kiss FM, Adetokubo Ademola, Wuse II, Abuja
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Peppersoup
This Sunday at Terra Kulture, Peppersoup – a funny-yet-witty stage play starring Yaw, Lolo 1, Tuebi Abiode, Katherine Obiang and Lawal Sherif will take place. It promises to be interesting.
Date: Sunday 15th September 2013
Time: 2 PM
Venue: Terra Kulture, 1376 Tiamiyu Savage, Victoria Island, Lagos
Ticket Prices: Single N 3,000 | Couples N 5,000
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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 15th September 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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Davido UK Tour
If you are in London, UK, get ready to party with Davido. The Nigerian pop star will kick off his UK Tour this Sunday at the indigO2, London, UK. He will be supported by the HKN Gang, Mr Silva, Mo’Eazy, Tillaman, YFSmg (Esdee & Havoc) and Sona. The event will be hosted by Eddie Kadi.
Date: Sunday 15th September 2013
Time: 6 PM – 11 PM
Venue: indigO2, The O2 Pennisula Square, London, SE10 DAX, UK
Tickets: From £ 25 (call 07949806892 | 07951998894)

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