From continental football at Amahoro Stadium to traditional music, film and family entertainment, Kigali has a packed weekend ahead from October 16-18.
The programme includes two continental football fixtures, a film premiere, a cultural album launch and a community health event, while rally drivers head to the Southern Province for three days of competition.
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Here is where to go, when to arrive and what to budget.
APR FC vs. Zamalek SC
APR FC face Egypt’s Zamalek SC in a CAF Champions League fixture on Friday at Amahoro Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 6 p.m.
Tickets start at Rwf3,000 for the lower bowl, while VIP tickets cost Rwf20,000 and VVIP tickets Rwf50,000. Executive seats are available for Rwf100,000.
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Rayon Sports vs. Black Bulls
Amahoro Stadium hosts another continental football fixture on Saturday as Rayon Sports take on Mozambique’s Black Bulls in the CAF Confederation Cup.
Ticket prices start at Rwf3,000 for the lower bowl. VIP tickets cost Rwf20,000, VVIP tickets Rwf50,000 and executive seats Rwf100,000.
‘ABAHATARI’ film premiere
Ciné Mayaka by IMITANA in Nyamirambo hosts the premiere of ABAHATARI, presented by Serge Girishya and Cinema N’ The Hood, on Friday.
Starting at 5:30 p.m., the screening offers audiences a chance to watch a local production on the big screen. Tickets cost from Rwf3,000, and the cast includes singer Ariel Wayz, creative director Khalil Rahman and actor Yannick Nshimirimana.
‘Tesi & Sano’ animated film screening
Goethe-Institut Kigali will host a screening of ‘Tesi & Sano,’ a short animated film exploring environmental awareness, creativity and innovation, on Saturday, October 17.
The event will open doors at 5:30 p.m., with the film scheduled to start at 6 p.m. It will also give audiences an opportunity to meet members of the production team and learn about the creative process behind the film.
Fabrice Nzabonimpa, the film’s main artist, will be among the featured guests, alongside producer Joselyn Dusabeyezu and Julio Kamango, the character and art director.
Refreshments will be available for attendees. The screening will take place at Goethe-Institut Kigali, located at 13 Avenue Paul VI, on KN 27 Street in Kiyovu.
Cyurinyana Live: Bertin Mugisha album launch
Traditional music takes centre stage on Saturday as Bertin Mugisha presents songs from his Gakondo album at Cyurinyana Live.
The concert celebrates Rwandan cultural music and traditional performance, with the programme starting at 6:30 p.m. at M Hotel Kigali. Tickets range from Rwf5,000 to Rwf15,000.
La Nuit des Contes: Chantal Umuraza
Storytelling takes stage at the Centre Culturel Francophone du Rwanda (CCFR) this Saturday, October 17, with ‘La Nuit des Contes,’ an evening featuring stories by Chantal Umuraza accompanied by live inanga music.
The performance will feature Jean Marie Vianney Mushabizi on the inanga, a traditional Rwandan string instrument, creating a musical backdrop for an intimate evening of oral storytelling. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. at CCFR, with free entry.
Pink @ The Court
Zaria Court opens a week of breast cancer awareness on Saturday with a mix of fitness activities, a basketball exhibition and free community health screenings.
The opening programme runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., with activities continuing through October 25. Free admission.
Urban Kids at Mundi Center
Families looking for activities for children can visit Mundi Center on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Urban Kids.
The programme includes juggling, circus tricks, face painting, bouncing castles and games. Children’s tickets cost Rwf5,000, while parents enter free.
Rwanda Revival Conference, third edition
The Rwanda Revival Conference returns to BK Arena from Saturday through Sunday, organised by Phaneroo Ministries International in partnership with Four Square Gospel Church of Rwanda.
The programme features Apostle Grace Lubega and gospel performers, including Nigerian musician Moses Bliss. Admission is free, and members of the public are encouraged to register. Gates open at 2 p.m. on both days.
Huye Rally 2026
Motorsport fans can head to the Southern Province from October 16-18 for the Huye Rally 2026, organised by the Rwanda Automobile Club. Sixteen cars are expected to compete in the three-day event.
The rally schedule includes a spectator shakedown stage in Huye town on Friday at 7 p.m. Competitive stages begin at midday on Saturday in Kibirizi and Gisagara, followed by night stages along the Rango and Kibirizi routes.
Sunday’s final stages take place around Save, before the winners are announced.
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