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Back From My Break and Ready to Chase Lagos Nights
Hi there,
Did you miss me? Did you even notice I was away? I took a week’s break, and I achieved two things: Clarity and Rest.
Turns out, the hustle and bustle of life will never end. So, sometimes, it's good to take a pause for you. To sleep more, gist with your mum, call your friends, kiss your person, go for a rave in your shortest shorts.
As usual, we've done the heavy lifting. So, this weekend, you just need to create time … for you. Do I sound wise all of a sudden? That's what a good break would do.
Let’s get into it.
Friday
![]() | 1. BALLMANIA ’25 SUMMER EDITION Hydepark Corner, Ikeja | Friday, 3:00 PM | ₦15,000 Ballmania brings paintball, VR, video games, and adrenaline-fueled fun all in one place. Whether you’re a gamer queen or just looking to shoot (balls and laughs), here’s where your weekend starts. |
![]() | 2. SUNSET AT AMAH VIII – AFROBEAT TAKEOVER Eleganza House, Lagos Island | Friday, 5:00 PM | ₦12,000 Party into “golden hour” with live visuals, Afrobeat bangers, and the sunset magic. With Mr. Fox and John Banji on deck, this rave is your perfect mix of culture, rhythm, and weekend energy. |
![]() | 3. H.O.T. LAGOS – DJ TUNEZ & FRIENDS The Vault Social House, VI | Friday, 10:00 PM | ₦11,000 DJ Tunez is bringing heat at Vault for Lagos’s house music lovers. Expect the basslines, infectious grooves, and that late-night euphoria. |
![]() | 4. SOUTH SOCIAL Praia Lagos, VI | Friday, 10:00 PM | ₦7,000 This edition of South Socials brings you cocktails, curated beats, and city-scape energy. I’ll be there soaking in the energy and kicking off the weekend. |
![]() | 5. SILENT DISCO PARTY Etim Inyang Crescent, VI | Friday, 7:00 PM | ₦6,000 Put on those headphones and pick your sound. Afrobeats, house, or throwback bangers; your choice. Silent Disco brings intimate energy, moves-only atmospheres, and the rare joy of losing yourself silently. |
![]() | 6. HOUSE ARREST OWAMBE RAVE Royal Oaks Centre | Friday, 10:00 PM | ₦7,000 Think owambe meets rave with gele, sequins, and sneakers. Afrobeat to EDM, this is one culture clash you’ll actually enjoy. |
SATURDAY
![]() | 7. RENDEZVOUS WITH ICEY Danfo Secret Garden, Victoria Island | Saturday, 11:00 PM | Free Set in Danfo Secret Garden, a quirky, Lagos-themed oasis, this is the perfect spot for whispers, vibes, and a dose of the unexpected. This is your intimate after-party moment. |
![]() | 8. BEATS IN THE PARK 25 Muri Okunola Park, VI | Saturday, 3:00 PM | ₦5,500 Beats in the Park will feature performances from acts like Llona, Oiza, Meyi, and hot DJs spinning live in a lush urban park. This is a summer concert for the soul to soak up Lagos’s best daytime beats. |
![]() | 9. 808’S KITCHEN Red Dish Chronicles Culinary School, Gbagada | Saturday, 6:00 PM | Free This pop-up kitchen at a top-notch culinary school serves creative bites and cooking charm from trendsetting chefs. No frills, just flavor. If you’re hungry in body or soul, it’s a move. |
![]() | 10. SOFTLIFE EXPERIENCE AT TARKWABAY Sunset Haven, Tarkwa Bay | Saturday, 12:00 PM | ₦80,000 A luxury beach escape with bonfires, an island lounge, and sunset vibes. The energy is off-grid, elegant, and absolutely worth it. If you want to really disappear from Lagos for a while, this is it. |
![]() | 11. RESØNANCE Praia Lagos, VI | Saturday, 4:00 PM | ₦5,000 AfroTech, AfroHouse, and AfroSoul meet in this rave with high-vibe beats, soulful rhythm, and a crowd that loves it. Perfect for deep dancing and letting go. |
![]() | 12. HEAT WAVE Amore Gardens, Lekki | Saturday, 12:00 PM | ₦10,000 Sunlight, cocktails, music, and that “outside” feeling in a lush garden. Heat Wave is what happens when your brunch outfit decides to stay out till night. |
SUNDAY
![]() | 13. LIVESCORE BET WATCH PARTY Admiralty Event Centre, Naval Dockyard, VI | Sunday, 2:00 PM | Free Big screens, hype crowd, and free entry; LiveScore Bet turns match day into a whole hangout. Perfect if your love language is shouting at football with strangers. |
![]() | 14. BACKYARD GRILL PARTY Amore Gardens, Lekki | Sunday, 3:00 PM | Free If your weekend needs one more splash of warmth, bring it here. Backyard Grill Party serves hot grills and cold drinks in a garden for that relaxed Sunday reset you can feel. |
We all know the weekend is short. In fact, once you blink twice, it's Monday. So, squeeze out every drop.
See you outside,
Southpaw