The "One Night Only" festival is returning to Nairobi, bringing a fusion of Afropop, Soul, and Jazz to the Sarit Expo Centre.

Following the massive success of last year’s event featuring global jazz legend Kenny G, the upcoming edition on Sunday, 31 May 2026, promises a cross-cultural celebration.

Karyn White // Instagram

 The event brings together a powerful lineup of artists from America, Kenya, and Tanzania.

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1 Queen, 3 Kings: A Star-Studded Lineup

This edition, themed "1 Queen, 3 Kings," features a diverse group of world-class performers.

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  • Kirk Whalum: A celebrated American smooth jazz saxophonist and songwriter known for his soulful melodies.
    Kirk Whalum // Instagram
  • Karyn White: The "Queen" of the night, a legendary American R&B singer famous for her chart-topping hits like "Superwoman."
  • Bien: A leading Kenyan vocalist and member of Sauti Sol, representing the best of modern African pop.
  • Ali Kiba: The Tanzanian "King of Bongo Flava," bringing his unique East African sound to the stage.

The "One Night Only" audience will be gearing up for a special "finale" collaboration, where Alikiba and Bien are expected to share the live stage for a unique performance of their music collab.

Building on a High Note

The return of the festival follows the sold-out "One Night Only" concert held in September 2025 at the KICC. That event featured Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Kenny G, whose debut Kenyan performance was hailed as a benchmark for world-class live events in the country.

Ali Kiba // Instagram

The debut was characterized by record-breaking ticket sales and a professional execution that has raised expectations for the May 2026 show.

Event Details and Tickets

The festival will take place at the Sarit Expo Centre, with gates opening at 3:00 PM and the main show running from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Guests are expected to follow a "Black Tie, Elegant, Grown Up, and Sexy" dress code.

Ticket Pricing:

  • Early Bird Seats: KES 5,000
  • Gallery Seats: KES 7,500
  • Middle Seats: KES 9,500
  • Front Seats: KES 12,500
Bien // Instagram

Tickets are available for purchase on www.ticketyetu.com. Note that the event is restricted to persons aged 18 years and above.