WITH Workers’ Day being celebrated today, Harare’s long weekend is shaping up all the stops across three big days with music, car culture and festival vibes.
From an intimate theatre experience to a massive open-air festival, there is something for every taste and budget today and through the weekend.
Today
The Travellers Experience at 7 Arts Theatre, Avondale
Kicking off the long weekend in style, The Travellers celebrating over 10 years of musical excellence take to the stage at the iconic 7 Arts Theatre in Avondale for what promises to be a night of pure entertainment.
The show begins at 6pm and features an impressive supporting line-up that includes Kurai Makore, 911 Band, Madiz, DJ Kimo and Christiana, ensuring a full and electrifying evening of performances.
General tickets are priced at US$20, with VIP tickets going for US$50.
Tickets are available at Chop Chop branches in Avondale and at the corner of Fifth Street and Herbert Chitepo Avenue.
(7 Arts Theatre, Avondale | 6pm | US$20 General/US$50 VIP | Chop Chop branches)
Tomorrow
Bhanditi Festival at City Sports Centre
Saturday belongs to the streets, as the Bhanditi Festival descends on City Sports Centre for what is shaping up to be one of the biggest reggae, Zimdancehall and Jamaican Dancehall gatherings Harare hasn’t seen in a while.
Headlined by Zimbabwe’s own Seh Calaz alongside Jamaican dancehall heavyweight Charly Black, the festival boasts a staggering line-up of local talent, including King Labash, Shinsoman, Celscius, Crystal Rich, Hwindi President, Kinnah, Ricky Fyah, Lady Squanda, Vanchoga, Tipsy, Blot Grenade, Fidel Countryboy, Madflex, Jah Child, Hulengende, Maloti, Madedido, Libho, Shone, Young Fantan, Chigogodera, Mostaff, Culture Love and many more.
The DJs keeping the energy high throughout the night include the God-Father Templeman, Don Fam, Chillspot Fam, Fyahlynx Bonzo, Fydale and MC Etherton Beenie, among others.
Phase 1 ticket prices are set at US$10 general, US$20 VIP and US$50 VVIP. Please note this is an 18+ event. (City Sports Centre, Harare | May 2 | US$10 Gen / US$20 VIP/US$50 VVIP).
Sunday
Selekta Base Blowout Festival Next Level: Battle of the Spinners 2026 Championship at Borrowdale Racecourse.
Extreme Entertainment closes out the long weekend in spectacular fashion with the Selekta Base Blowout Festival at Borrowdale Racecourse a celebration of car culture, music and lifestyle running from 11am to 6pm.
The centrepiece of the afternoon is the Next Level: Battle of the Spinners 2026 Championship, a powerful DJ competition with a grand prize up for grabs, featuring Bling 4 as the headline act.
With a family-friendly atmosphere and tiered ticketing, this event offers great value.
First release tickets were available at US$7 (limited), second release at US$10, with gate entry at US$15.
A cooler box entry fee of US$5 applies and children under 10 enter free.
Tickets are available at Clouds To You outlets in Avondale, Highlands Park and Sam Levy’s Village, as well as Subs’N’Mo at John Boyne House on Innez Terrace as well as at Greenfields Showgrounds shopping centre.
(Borrowdale Racecourse, Harare | 11am-6pm | From US$10 | Children under 10 free).
With a theatre concert, a massive dancehall festival and a car culture extravaganza all on the cards, this long weekend makes a powerful statement about the depth and diversity of Harare’s entertainment offering.
Residents are advised to confirm event details with organisers, as times and arrangements may be subject to change.