Congolese Star Fally IpupaNairobi couples looking for a different kind of date night this weekend have an option beyond the usual dinner and movie plans.
Congolese music star Fally Ipupa is set to headline a major concert at Uhuru Gardens on Saturday, September 5, giving fans a chance to combine live music, dancing and a night out with someone special.
The concert comes as Nairobi prepares for a major celebration of African music, with Fally Ipupa leading a lineup that includes South African Amapiano star Kamo Mphela, DJ Maphorisa, Tango Supreme, DJ Ice, Joe Mfalme and Kodong Klan.
For couples, the event offers a chance to step away from the usual date night routine and enjoy an evening built around music and entertainment.
Fally Ipupa, one of the biggest names in Congolese music, is expected to bring his energetic stage performance to Nairobi after his earlier scheduled appearance in Kenya did not take place.
The singer was initially expected to perform at the Africa Forward Le Concert at Kasarani in May but did not appear.
He is now set to return for the September 5 show at Uhuru Gardens.
His Nairobi return has generated interest among fans who have been following his music over the years, including hits from his extensive catalogue.
The concert will also give fans an opportunity to experience different sounds in one setting, with Congolese rhumba sharing the stage with Amapiano and Kenyan acts.
For those planning to attend as a couple, the night could be as much about the experience as the music.
From dressing up for the occasion to singing along to familiar songs and dancing through the night, the concert offers a more lively alternative to a traditional dinner date.
The supporting lineup also means couples will have plenty to enjoy before Fally Ipupa takes the stage.
Kenyan DJs Joe Mfalme and Ice, as well as Kodong Klan, are among the local acts confirmed for the event.
The concert is scheduled to run from Saturday afternoon into the early hours of Sunday, giving revellers several hours of music and entertainment.
Tickets are currently available, with regular, VIP and VVIP categories on offer.
Regular tickets are listed at Sh6,000, while a couple's regular ticket costs Sh11,000.
VIP tickets are going for Sh20,000, with a VIP couple ticket at Sh36,000. VVIP tickets cost Sh30,000, while a VVIP couple ticket goes for Sh56,000.
For couples who would rather make the concert part of a bigger weekend plan, the event provides an opportunity to dress up, head out together and enjoy Nairobi's entertainment scene.
With the much anticipated show only days away, those planning to attend may want to make their arrangements early.
For anyone looking for a date that is less predictable than dinner and more memorable than another night at home, Fally Ipupa's Nairobi concert could offer just that.
