A weekend on end month is a weekend like no other for obvious reasons. Many of the salaried friends have money and a great will to spend it. Well, this might explain why there is a line-up of events this particular weekend in Nakuru.

Here are some to look out for.

Naxouse tribe’s day out

Poster of the Naxouse event happening on March 1, 2025.

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Get ready for an Afro-fusion powerhouse experience as Naxouse brings you Tribe’s Day Out today. With a stellar line up of DJs, a mind-blowing percussionist, and electrifying artist performances, this event is the perfect excuse to dance till your feet beg for mercy. If high-energy grooves and good vibes are your thing, this is where you need to be!

Rugby showdowns

The road to the Kenya Cup finals just got hotter. Menengai Oilers lock horns with Kabras RFC in the epic Rai Derby today, expect nothing short of a rugby war. Meanwhile, Nakuru RFC (Wanyore) take on Mwamba RFC at the Nakuru Athletics Club. If you’re all about hard tackles, fast sprints, and epic tries, the pitches are the place to be this Saturday.

Paint & sip

Poster of the Pain and Sip event happening on March 2, 2025.

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Brush strokes, a little wine, and a whole lot of fun. Waterbuck Hotel is hosting its famous Paint & Sip event on March 2, 2025. Whether you’re Picasso in disguise or just here for the vibes, you’ll walk away with a masterpiece or at least a conversation starter for your wall. Time to test your painting skills and make some artsy memories.

Tropical vibes in nakuru

Poster of the Caribbean event curated by Starehe entertainment

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Beach vibes in Nakuru? Say no more. The Square is hosting a Caribbean Brunch, a sun-kissed event by Starehe Entertainment featuring DJs, DJ Zeal and DJ Reignherd spinning the best tropical beats. Time to grab your beach themed fits and rock them.

Mau-Egerton cross country

Lace up those running shoes because the 10th Mau-Egerton University Cross Country is happening today. With race categories from four kilometres to 10kilometres. The marathon brand ambassadors are none other than elite athletes Faith Kipyegon and Purity Chepkurui.

Whether you’re running for the glory or just for the fun of it, this is one for the fitness junkies. Live up to Nyashinki's, Marathon runner hit " Kipchoge keep jogging " today. See you at the finish line.

Whatever you choose to do this weekend, I wish you a lot of fun.

See you on the next plug post.

Events to watch out for in Nakuru city this weekend

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