Nairobi Bar Show 2026

The Nairobi Bar Show is East Africa’s premier beverage culture showcase. If you are a discerning drinker or work in hospitality, you must not miss this event.
The hospitality community in Kenya have chosen a direction for their future. Our aim is to Connect meaningfully with each other, Evolve our professions & Celebrate the vibrance of this exciting industry.
The event is back in KICC at the Amphitheatre space on February 9th 2026 from midday onwards.

Your entry ticket gets you access to the Nairobi Bar Show, you can buy it here: https://nbs.hustlesasa.shop/

Kuwezeshana

Swizzle Connects

Kraft Korner

Grape Escape

Meet the Team

Brian K. Owango

a.k.a. the Afrikan Mixologist Maker is the founder and current Education Director of the Nairobi Bar Show. He brings with him a desire to see the African hospitality community actualize.

Carol Munyao

Carol is the Services Manager at Aqueous. She and her team are responsible for setting up the Nairobi Bar Show.

Elvis Ombongi

Kraft Korner Manager

Chris Mwololo

Kwezeshana Manager

Kevin Ojuok

Technical lead

Kevin Owoko

Back of House operations

Akash Maina

Swizzle Connects Manager

Pascal Omondi

Head of Security

FAQs

Where is the Nairobi Bar Show 2026?

The Amphitheatre at KICC the Kenya International Conference Centre in the heart of the Nairobi
CBD.

The venue is accessible by uber.

Do I have to pay to get into the Nairobi Bar Show?

Yes you do via this link – https://nbs.hustlesasa.shop/

How much is the entry fee to get into the Nairobi Bar Show?

1000 Kshs Early Bird

1500 Kshs pre event, 2000 Kshs on the door

You can pay via this link – https://nbs.hustlesasa.shop/

There are also discounted squad tickets at 7000 Kshs for 5 people and brigade tickets for at
14000 Kshs for 10 people.

Can you drive to the Nairobi Bar Show?

Yes. There is plenty of parking at KICC.

If you plan to drink, we strongly recommend that you do not drive to the Bar Show.

Do I have to pay for the immersions at the Nairobi Bar Show?

No you do not.

All of the educational elements of the Nairobi Bar Show are included in your ticket price.

Will all the brands on the posts have a presence at the Nairobi Bar Show?

Yes they will. They will set up funky activation spaces where you can engage their brands.

Can I Drink for free once I pay for the Nairobi Bar Show ticket?

All of the brands at Nairobi Bar Show have been advised that if a guests looks like they genuinely would like to know more about their product – sample them by all means but, no brand is obliged to give out a bunch of free liquor.

Is there a Cash Bar at the Nairobi Bar Show?

Yes there is, it will be run by Aqueous mixologists.

You will be able to buy cocktails at this bar at affordable prices.

There will also be water on sale.

Is there going to be a party at the Nairobi Bar Show?

Yes!

When the talks and immersions are done, we will host a cocktail party using partner brands
with some accessible pricing.

Will there be food on sale at the Nairobi Bar Show?

Yes!

There will be a shawarma stand at the Nairobi Bar Show.

If you are looking for a more substantial meal, there is a restaurant on the ground floor of KICC

Are Vegans Catered for at the Nairobi Bar Show?

Absolutely!

There will be a shawarma stand at the Nairobi Bar Show with a falafel option.

What’s the vibe at the Nairobi Bar Show?

Connect. Evolve. Celebrate.

It’s the hospitality community coming together to celebrate us and what we do.

Can I come to the Bar Show alone?

If you’re comfortable meeting new people and learning more about the how & why of the
beverage world in a beautiful setting, yes ;-).

The Bar Show is also best enjoyed with a couple of friends looking to do something different on
a Nairobi Monday.

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