ዘመነYoung Live Jazz Concert
April 27, 2026 at 6PM
Yared School of Music, Ashenafi Kebede Concert Hall
ዘመነ Young is a live jazz concert under Young Addis Project, curated by Letarik Tilahun and Yared School of Music.
The evening brings together solo performance, ensemble sets, original compositions, Ethiopian musical references, and full orchestral performance through a younger generation of artists shaping their own sound.
A carefully structured concert experience where memory, jazz, authorship, and present expression meet on stage.
Buy Tickets on telebirr.
Regular 1000, VIP 1500
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April 27, 2026 at 6PM
Yared School of Music, Ashenafi Kebede Concert Hall
ዘመነ Young is a live jazz concert under Young Addis Project, curated by Letarik Tilahun and Yared School of Music.
The evening brings together solo performance, ensemble sets, original compositions, Ethiopian musical references, and full orchestral performance through a younger generation of artists shaping their own sound.
A carefully structured concert experience where memory, jazz, authorship, and present expression meet on stage.
Buy Tickets on telebirr.
Regular 1000, VIP 1500
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The Makers’ Market is returning to the Greek Club for another unforgettable weekend! Come and experience the craftsmanship, culture, and community that make this event so special. It’s the perfect place to spend your weekend on 2 & 3 May 2026.
Want to showcase your craft? Register through phone call +251900137262 or +251922296049.
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Want to showcase your craft? Register through phone call +251900137262 or +251922296049.
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The second edition of Africa Through the Eyes of Diplomats will take place under the theme “Africa Close to Your Heart,” highlighting a photography exhibition that explores the continent’s beauty, heritage, and cultural connections through the perspectives of diplomats.
Moving beyond their formal roles, participating diplomats present visual narratives that reflect their experiences and observations across Africa.
The exhibition will run from 30 April to 26 May 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa, and will be open daily from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
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Moving beyond their formal roles, participating diplomats present visual narratives that reflect their experiences and observations across Africa.
The exhibition will run from 30 April to 26 May 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa, and will be open daily from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
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The 20th edition of the Addis International Film Festival (AIFF) is currently taking place, with the Italian Cultural Institute serving as the primary venue for the event. This year’s program includes the annual Fare Cinema review, highlighting the artistic connection between Italy and Ethiopia.
The festival opens on Wednesday, 29 April 2026, at 5:30 pm with a tribute to Rico Giovanni Bonsignori, a prominent figure in the Addis Ababa music scene. The event will be held at the Italian Cultural Institute in Piazza, near the Semien Hotel.
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The festival opens on Wednesday, 29 April 2026, at 5:30 pm with a tribute to Rico Giovanni Bonsignori, a prominent figure in the Addis Ababa music scene. The event will be held at the Italian Cultural Institute in Piazza, near the Semien Hotel.
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The exhibition "90 Years of Silence: Reconstructing, Returning, Reactivating a Sound Archive of the Horn of Africa" is scheduled to take place from 1 May to 10 May 2026, at the Ethiopian Archives and Library Service in Addis Ababa.
This project, featuring contributions from the Andemta Collective, Gianpaolo Chiriacò, and Valentina Fusari, focuses on the reconstruction of a sound archive containing over 300 traditional music recordings made during the Italian occupation of Ethiopia (1936–1941) that were subsequently lost during World War II.
The multi-sensory exhibition presents these recovered recordings alongside critical context to examine their historical and cultural significance.
The event is open to the public daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM with free admission.
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This project, featuring contributions from the Andemta Collective, Gianpaolo Chiriacò, and Valentina Fusari, focuses on the reconstruction of a sound archive containing over 300 traditional music recordings made during the Italian occupation of Ethiopia (1936–1941) that were subsequently lost during World War II.
The multi-sensory exhibition presents these recovered recordings alongside critical context to examine their historical and cultural significance.
The event is open to the public daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM with free admission.
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Closet Concert will take place on 28 April 2026, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Libs Bet. The event is set within a thrift space, offering an intimate setting that brings together live music, style, and community.
Attendees can expect a series of live performances and a thoughtfully curated atmosphere designed to present a different kind of evening experience.
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/MvG3WN3yAjnTWZnU6
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Attendees can expect a series of live performances and a thoughtfully curated atmosphere designed to present a different kind of evening experience.
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/MvG3WN3yAjnTWZnU6
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🌱 DECORATE & GROW 🌱
A hands-on art & nature experience for kids
Let your child decorate their own plant pot, plant a seed, and take it home to grow 🌸
A fun way to learn creativity, care, and patience.
👧🧒 Age: 2–10
📅 Date: 03 MAY
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Addis House of Culture (AHOC), inside the National Palace, across the street from Fil Wuha
🎨 Activities:
• Decorate a plant pot
• Plant a seed
• Learn how to care for it
• Take it home to grow
🎟 Limited spots available
📞 Call to register:
+251 943 405 753
+251 991 147 145
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A hands-on art & nature experience for kids
Let your child decorate their own plant pot, plant a seed, and take it home to grow 🌸
A fun way to learn creativity, care, and patience.
👧🧒 Age: 2–10
📅 Date: 03 MAY
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Addis House of Culture (AHOC), inside the National Palace, across the street from Fil Wuha
🎨 Activities:
• Decorate a plant pot
• Plant a seed
• Learn how to care for it
• Take it home to grow
🎟 Limited spots available
📞 Call to register:
+251 943 405 753
+251 991 147 145
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LinkUp Events presents Smoke n’ Soul, the first BBQ and music mini fest happening on Sunday, 3 May 2026 at the Ethio Korea Veterans Memorial Park.
Enjoy a relaxed garden vibe with smoky BBQ, soulful music, and a laid-back picnic atmosphere.
Doors open at 3:00 PM with an entrance fee of 300 ETB, which includes a complimentary sangria cocktail and picnic mat.
Ticket link: https://afromile.com/packages/61b52b59-7c2d-46b2-a669-5df7e852871c
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Enjoy a relaxed garden vibe with smoky BBQ, soulful music, and a laid-back picnic atmosphere.
Doors open at 3:00 PM with an entrance fee of 300 ETB, which includes a complimentary sangria cocktail and picnic mat.
Ticket link: https://afromile.com/packages/61b52b59-7c2d-46b2-a669-5df7e852871c
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The Emperor Haile Selassie I Memorial Foundation will host the 85th Victory Day commemoration on 05 May 2026, from 02:00 PM to 07:00 PM at Wemezeker (National Archives and Library of Ethiopia).
This event features a panel discussion with Dr. Alula Pankhurst, Ato Tibebu Belete, and Ato Tilahun Tassew, alongside an art exhibition by Hailu Kifle and musical performances by Ras Kawintseb & the Aetio-Phrika Reggaestra and Gash Abera Mola.
Entry requires a 2,000 ETB fundraising contribution; for further details, contact +251911643757 or +251912036111.
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This event features a panel discussion with Dr. Alula Pankhurst, Ato Tibebu Belete, and Ato Tilahun Tassew, alongside an art exhibition by Hailu Kifle and musical performances by Ras Kawintseb & the Aetio-Phrika Reggaestra and Gash Abera Mola.
Entry requires a 2,000 ETB fundraising contribution; for further details, contact +251911643757 or +251912036111.
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The 20th edition of the Addis International Film Festival, organized by Initiative Africa, runs from 29 April 29 - 3 May 2026.
The event features over 20 global films screened across four venues: the Italian Cultural Institute, Alliance Éthio-Française, Goethe-Institut, and Videobet. The festival begins with an opening night on Wednesday, 29 April, at the Italian Cultural Institute, continues at all four locations on 1 and 2 May, and concludes back at the Italian Cultural Institute on 3 May.
Admission is free and includes complimentary refreshments for all attendees.
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The event features over 20 global films screened across four venues: the Italian Cultural Institute, Alliance Éthio-Française, Goethe-Institut, and Videobet. The festival begins with an opening night on Wednesday, 29 April, at the Italian Cultural Institute, continues at all four locations on 1 and 2 May, and concludes back at the Italian Cultural Institute on 3 May.
Admission is free and includes complimentary refreshments for all attendees.
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A free screening of Jeanne Herry’s film, Je verrai toujours vos visages, will be held today, 28 April 2026, at 6:00 PM at the Alliance Ethio-Française Piassa branch in Addis Ababa.
The film examines the French Restorative Justice system, following victims and perpetrators of various offenses as they participate in supervised mediation. The narrative depicts the emotional challenges and potential for reparation that arise when these two groups engage in direct dialogue.
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The film examines the French Restorative Justice system, following victims and perpetrators of various offenses as they participate in supervised mediation. The narrative depicts the emotional challenges and potential for reparation that arise when these two groups engage in direct dialogue.
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The Space Ethiopia Gallery will host an artist talk for the solo exhibition "SOLE & SOUL" on Friday, 1 May 2026, at 3:00 PM.
This event, featuring artist Tesfahun Kibru, curator Dagim Abebe, and moderator Gossa G. Oda, marks the official closing of the exhibition. The discussion will explore the themes, materials, and processes behind the displayed works.
The gallery is located at the Ethiopiopost HQ on Churchill Ave; inquiries can be directed to +251 997 018428.
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This event, featuring artist Tesfahun Kibru, curator Dagim Abebe, and moderator Gossa G. Oda, marks the official closing of the exhibition. The discussion will explore the themes, materials, and processes behind the displayed works.
The gallery is located at the Ethiopiopost HQ on Churchill Ave; inquiries can be directed to +251 997 018428.
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Spend your Sunday, 3rd May 2026 at the Mini BBQ Fest, featuring DJ Familia alongside a lineup of DJs bringing great music throughout the day.
Enjoy a vibrant mix of BBQ, picnic vibes, and good company in a relaxed outdoor setting, with a complimentary sangria and picnic mat included for 300 birr on @afromile at Ethio-Korea Veterans Memorial Park. Don’t miss out.
Ticket: https://afromile.com/packages/61b52b59-7c2d-46b2-a669-5df7e852871c
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Enjoy a vibrant mix of BBQ, picnic vibes, and good company in a relaxed outdoor setting, with a complimentary sangria and picnic mat included for 300 birr on @afromile at Ethio-Korea Veterans Memorial Park. Don’t miss out.
Ticket: https://afromile.com/packages/61b52b59-7c2d-46b2-a669-5df7e852871c
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Ghana Month in Ethiopia will take place on 8–9 May 2026, at Kuriftu Resort & Spa African Village.
Organized by Bridge54, Kuriftu Resort & Spa African Village, and Black Star Experience, the event brings together Ghanaian companies, brands, and institutions from different sectors, including fashion, banking, tech, hospitality, manufacturing, FMCG, and services.
It offers a space to showcase their work, connect with others, and explore potential partnerships and opportunities within the wider conversation around intra-African trade and tourism.
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Organized by Bridge54, Kuriftu Resort & Spa African Village, and Black Star Experience, the event brings together Ghanaian companies, brands, and institutions from different sectors, including fashion, banking, tech, hospitality, manufacturing, FMCG, and services.
It offers a space to showcase their work, connect with others, and explore potential partnerships and opportunities within the wider conversation around intra-African trade and tourism.
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