IF you have been nursing a hot cup of tea and hiding under three layers of fleece all week, I have good news, the winter chill is officially losing its grip on the city’s social calendar.
The city is bursting at the seams this weekend with an energy that is way too loud to care about the June breeze.
Whether you are looking to lose yourself to deep house rhythms under a Glen Lorne sunset, throw your hands up at a massive urban grooves birthday link-up or give the father figure in your life a Sunday he’ll actually talk about for the rest of the year, we’ve got your perfect 48-hour blueprint.
Pack away the blankets, text the group chat and let’s get into it.
Saturday: Deep houses, big birthdays and all-black vibe checks
Catch the Rising Sun of Zimhouse at Shenergy.
If you want to experience the absolute cutting edge of our local electronic music scene, make your way out to Imba Matombo Boutique Hotel & Lodge in Glen Lorne.
Curated by the brilliant minds at Tose, a fresh initiative born out of the powerhouse Afro Beyond movement “Shenergy” is making its highly anticipated debut.
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This isn’t just another weekend party; it’s a deliberate showcase built to celebrate the phenomenal rise of female DJs who have been rewriting the rules of Zimbabwe’s dance floors.
The lineup is stacked with premier selectors like Mystic, Pia, Mimi, Pretty Gangsta and Shaku Chante, all playing on a level playing field with a strict “No VIP” policy.
It’s all about the community, the dance floor and owning the evolving sound of “Zimhouse”.
This event hits that beautiful sweet spot of starting early and ending perfectly.
It runs from 15:59 to 22:59, meaning you can watch the golden hour sunset bleed into a crisp winter night while wrapped in warm, driving Afro-house basslines.
Grab an early bird ticket for US$15 (or US$20 general admission) and experience an open, expressive atmosphere where music is the only thing that matters.
Step into the dark at Maguava.
Once the house sets wrap up, keep the momentum moving and head over to Kingfisher Park for Maguava, a massive celebration in honour of DJ Denny’s birthday.
The dress code is a sleek, uncompromising All Black and the performance roster reads like a festival lineup.
We are talking about urban grooves royalty ExQ alongside the high-energy Jnr Spragga, supported by a heavy-hitting crew of selectors including Langton B, Madeherbelieve, Tatz Bless and The Black Arab.
This is where the city’s nightlife crowd is going to converge for a proper Saturday night celebration.
To make things even sweeter, they have a US$10 cooler box policy, meaning you can bring your own refreshments and stay locked in for the long haul.
If you missed the early birds, tickets are sitting at US$15 general/US$25 VIP until today, the 19th, and will be US$20 general/US$40 VIP at the gate.
Trust me, you don’t want to watch this one unfold on people’s Instagram stories the next morning.
Sunday: Alternative riffs & perfect Father’s Day tributes
Unleash the Sound at Zimbabwe Rock & Metal Festival.
For those who prefer their music with distorted guitars, double-bass pedals and incredible live instrumentation, Sunday offers a brilliant detour from the usual radio loops.
Hidden away in Highlands at 14 Aintree Road, the Zimbabwe Rock & Metal Festival is taking over the afternoon from 10am to 8pm.
It’s a passionate, rare gathering of the country's alternative music community.
If you are eager to hear raw local talent pushing boundaries far beyond the mainstream, this is your sanctuary.
Tickets are US$30 in advance or US$40 at the gate, go for the pure energy of the live sets.
The action-packed Father’s Day: Hit the range at The Jam Tree
If you want an interactive, outdoorsy afternoon to celebrate the father figure in your life, Clayser Sports has teamed up with The Jam Tree in Mt Pleasant (40 Bargate) for a special Father’s Day Shoot winter promotion from 2pm to 7pm.
It’s a fantastic excuse to get dad out of his armchair and try something genuinely exciting together.
You don’t need any prior experience to enjoy clay target shooting, and the pricing is incredibly friendly: US$10 for 40 clays or US$20 for 80 clays.
Pair that with the stellar food and drink menu specials at The Jam Tree, and you have an easy, active Sunday afternoon sorted.
Just make sure to call and lock in a booking at +263 782 722 888.
The luxurious Father’s Day: King of the Safari at Imba Matombo
The best way of describing the vibe is laid-back luxury, smoky braai, and acoustic strings.
If your dad is the type who prefers to completely unwind with an incredible meal in a gorgeous setting, head back up the hills of Glen Lorne.
Imba Matombo Boutique Hotel & Lodge is rolling out the red carpet for the “Kings in our lives” with a beautifully curated “King of the Safari” experience from 12 midday to 6pm.
For US$25 per person, this event treats your dad to a magnificent safari-themed afternoon.
We are talking about premium, mouth-watering braai packages packed with chicken, beef and all the trimmings, accompanied by smooth live acoustic music and panoramic wilderness views.
There’s a strict “Safari” dress code to set the mood, safari-themed games and an unmatched “Bucket of 6 Packs” beer deal for just US$10,50.
It’s the ultimate, slow-paced family reset button before the new workweek kicks in.
Bookings are absolutely essential (+263 783 186 458), so secure your table early!
The logistical cheat sheet
For the Saturday double-header, if you are trying to catch both big vibes on Saturday, timing is everything.
Start your afternoon early at Imba Matombo for Shenergy to catch that beautiful golden hour sunset.
Since it wraps up at 22:59, you’ll have the perfect window to rideshare over to Kingfisher Park to catch the peak-hour performances at Maguava.
The Cooler Box Policy, for Maguava at Kingfisher Park, remember that a $10 cooler box fee applies.
Make sure to stop by a liquor centre ahead of time to stock up, as ticket prices bump up by US$5 to US$15 if you buy them at the gate instead of in advance.
Split your Sunday itinerary based on your patriarch’s personality.
If he’s active and enjoys hands-on, friendly competition, call ahead to lock in a slot for the clay shooting promotion at The Jam Tree.
If he’s earned a quiet, luxurious afternoon of excellent food, cold beers (US$10,50 for a 6-pack bucket!), and beautiful scenery, make sure to secure a reservation for the safari-themed braai at Imba Matombo.
Keep it sharp this weekend.
Saturday night at Kingfisher Park demands a sleek all-black look.
If you are heading out to the hills of Glen Lorne on Sunday afternoon for the King of the Safari tribute, the theme is strictly Safari, so get your earth tones and linen shirts ready.
That’s all for this week’s Weekend Guide. Happy fathers weekend.
