Places in Lagos to Have Fun this Weekend
From festivals to live shows from Seyi Vibes and Johnny Drille, here are the events you shouldn't miss in Lagos this weekend.
With Nigeria’s presidential inauguration on the horizon (May 29), it’s officially going to be a three-day weekend. And we’ve no reason at all to complain, so we are taking it one step at a time. First, Children’s Day is arguably this weekend’s centerpiece holiday, and The Palms Shopping Mall on the Island is putting together a fun showcase for the kids.
In that spirit, adults who have always wanted to partake in children-themed activities can head to Landmark Beach for their No Adulting Party. Elsewhere, Seyi Vibes takes to an intimate stage for the grand opening of Hard Rock Nightclub on the Mainland.
As of late, the rising street pop artist has been entangled in a fabricated rivalry with Asake, polarizing social media, and we are calmly looking at how it will play out.
The Palms’ Children’s Day Showcase
While this year’s Children’s Day is brimming with event ideas everywhere (dance party, camping, picnics etc), why not take them to The Palms? The Palms Shopping Mall is curating a weekend of magic and wonder with their Children’s Day Showcase. From art, music, dance, comedy to lots of fun games and prizes to be won, The Palms has the kids covered.
Friday, May 26 - Sunday, May 28, 12pm - 6pm
Venue: Palms Shopping Mall, Lekki
Cost: Free
Hard Rock Nightclub Opening with Seyi Vibez
There’s something about a club opening that makes the night special. Opening its door to the public, Hard Rock nightclub has invited Seyi Vibez as a performer. Seyi Vibez is riding the waves of his latest single "Hat Trick," but fans will be hoping to see him perform his 2022 single "Chance (Na Ham)." He will be joined by DJ Pash and Keshi
Friday, May 26, 10pm
Venue: 62, Opebi Road Ikeja
Cost: Free
I Am Fit Festival
It can feel easier to stay at home while doing workouts, watching fitness videos, and meditating on yoga mats. But nowadays, fitness fitness are becoming extravaganzas that have spilled from Instagram. They can be a great way to meet fitness enthusiasts, local trainers, celebs, and whatnot. This weekend, the I Am Fitness festival aims to live up to that task, featuring workouts, games, and a boxing bootcamp.
Saturday, May 27, 7am
Venue: Rivbond Plaza, Behind Total Filling Station, Abraham Adesanys, Lekan
Cost: Free
No Adulting Party at Landmark Beach
Ever wanted to relive your childhood memories playing the games and activities you indulged in now as an adult? In a time where children-themed parties are being catered towards adults, here’s your time to meet other adults who are kids at heart at the No Adulting Party at Landmark Beach.
The event is in conjunction with Lyfe on the Beach, with fun activities like foam party, musical chairs, face painting, water guns, bouncy castle, sack race, Playstation 1 and 2, and many other games.
Saturday, May 27, 2pm
Venue: 4, Water Corporation Road, Oniru, Victoria Island
Cost: From N5,500K (early bird)
Smirnoff Pineapple Punch Launch Party
The Pineapple Punch joins Smirnoff Ice’s exciting range of products released in the market. The flavor has been around for a while, but now Smirnoff has thought it nice to throw a party in its name. Young John is set to perform, with DJ Consequence and Wanni x Handi on the turntable.
Saturday, May 27, 7pm
Venue: Bolivar Bar, 10 Wole Olateju Crescent, Lekki
Cost: Free
Hertitude 2023
Hertitude is the women-focused festival from Zikoko, one of Nigeria’s top digital media platforms. The festival is inspired by their HER content vertical, which chronicles the lives and experiences of Nigerian women.
With its successful debut in 2022, the festival returns this year cranking up the fun and activities. It’s being publicized as an event for hot babes and baddies, seeking to strengthen bonds via games, music, sip and paint, pottery, candle making and lots more.
Saturday, May 27, 3pm - 11pm
Venue: Astrosoccer, 1, Osborne Road, Off 2nd Avenue, Ikoyi
Cost: From N5875
Cruising with Bikaholics of Lagos
Bikaholics of Lagos is a growing cycling community organizing bike rides and not to mention their Sunset Cruise, which has become their flagship event. Holding this Sunday, this month’s Sunset Cruise will set sail at Ikoyi and there’s also an opportunity to rent a bicycle if you want one.
Sunday, May 28, 5pm
Venue: Fantasy Land, 42 Alfred Rewane Rd, Ikoyi
Cost: Free
Johnny Drille Live
R&B star Johnny Drille is teaming up with the good guys at Afro Vibes Lagos for an intimate live experience. Titled Believe, it’s based on the emotional ballad Believe Me which he released in April. Drille has come a long way from his mini concert tour Johnny’s Room Live in 2018. And Lagos has a special place in his heart, which makes Johnny Drille Live an event not to miss.
Sunday, May 28, 7pm
Venue: Terra Kulture, Tiamiyu Savage, Victoria Island
Cost: N20K (early bird)
