Events
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Sunset DJ at Rooftops, The Z Hotel
Oct 31, 2:00 PM
Chilled sunset beats on the rooftop bar of The Z Hotel, looking west over Nungwi. Adults only (no under-16s); no reservations, and a minimum spend may apply for non-residents. Source: https://www.thezhotel.com/facilities/restaurants#Rooftops
Stone Town Clean-Up Dive
Nov 1, 5:00 AM
Monthly diving event where participants embark on two dives while collecting marine debris to protect the underwater environment and address plastic pollution in the ocean. Source: https://zanzibar-ecotourism.org/events/
Joshua on the Beach
Nov 1, 3:00 PM
Concert series featuring Joshua performing on Zanzibar's beaches during the season. Source: https://www.hostelworld.com/events/africa/tanzania/zanzibar/
Sunset DJ at Rooftops, The Z Hotel
Nov 4, 2:00 PM
Chilled sunset beats on the rooftop bar of The Z Hotel, looking west over Nungwi. Adults only (no under-16s); no reservations, and a minimum spend may apply for non-residents. Source: https://www.thezhotel.com/facilities/restaurants#Rooftops
Salsa Night at Livingstone's
Nov 5, 5:00 PM
Weekly salsa night on the sand at Livingstone's on Shangani beach, Stone Town. Free entry; happy hour runs 17:00–19:00 before it. Source: https://www.livingstoneszanzibar.com/
Zanzibar Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu National & International Competition
Nov 6, 1:00 PM
National BJJ competition on November 6, International competition on November 7. Events begin at 4 PM both days at Amani Stadium. Source: https://allevents.in/zanzibar/zanzibars-first-bjj-competition/200030770073059
Sunset DJ at Rooftops, The Z Hotel
Nov 7, 2:00 PM
Chilled sunset beats on the rooftop bar of The Z Hotel, looking west over Nungwi. Adults only (no under-16s); no reservations, and a minimum spend may apply for non-residents. Source: https://www.thezhotel.com/facilities/restaurants#Rooftops
Sunset DJ at Rooftops, The Z Hotel
Nov 11, 2:00 PM
Chilled sunset beats on the rooftop bar of The Z Hotel, looking west over Nungwi. Adults only (no under-16s); no reservations, and a minimum spend may apply for non-residents. Source: https://www.thezhotel.com/facilities/restaurants#Rooftops
Salsa Night at Livingstone's
Nov 12, 5:00 PM
Weekly salsa night on the sand at Livingstone's on Shangani beach, Stone Town. Free entry; happy hour runs 17:00–19:00 before it. Source: https://www.livingstoneszanzibar.com/
Animal Welfare Day at Che Rock Bar
Nov 13, 4:30 PM
Support animals with every sip and bite. An evening of drinks, snacks, music, karaoke and a pub quiz at Che Rock Bar, hosted by Rescue Paws of Zanzibar, TAJDO and Zanzibar Animal Care. All profits will be donated to support veterinary care, spay & neuter programs and the welfare of street animals in Zanzibar. From 7:30 PM.
Past
Salsa Night
Oct 30, 6:00 PM
Recurring weekly salsa dance party on Zanzibar. Source: https://www.hostelworld.com/events/africa/tanzania/zanzibar/
Busati Night at New Teddy's
Oct 30, 4:00 PM
A floor-seated Swahili feast on the last Friday of the month — no tables, no cutlery — at New Teddy's on the Beach, Jambiani. Non-guests buy a day pass with a minimum spend. Source: https://newteddysonthebeach.com/
Live Music on the Beach
Oct 30, 3:00 PM
Recurring beach concert series featuring live music performances. Source: https://www.hostelworld.com/events/africa/tanzania/zanzibar/
Salsa Night at Livingstone's
Oct 29, 5:00 PM
Weekly salsa night on the sand at Livingstone's on Shangani beach, Stone Town. Free entry; happy hour runs 17:00–19:00 before it. Source: https://www.livingstoneszanzibar.com/
Zanzibar International Music & Dance Festival
Oct 29, 6:00 AM
Vibrant celebration of music, dance, and cultural exchange featuring international and local artists performing in Stone Town and Nungwi. Source: https://www.wofafestivals.com/festivals/international-music-dance-festival-zanzibar-island-fest/
I International Music & Dance Festival 'Zanzibar Island Fest'
Oct 29, 6:00 AM
A vibrant celebration of culture, music, dance, and international friendship bringing together performing arts and cultural exchange in Nungwi, featuring cultural performances and interaction with local communities. Source: https://wofafestivals.com/festivals/i-international-music-dance-festival-zanzibar-island-fest-2026
Sunset DJ at Rooftops, The Z Hotel
Oct 28, 2:00 PM
Chilled sunset beats on the rooftop bar of The Z Hotel, looking west over Nungwi. Adults only (no under-16s); no reservations, and a minimum spend may apply for non-residents. Source: https://www.thezhotel.com/facilities/restaurants#Rooftops
Yas Zanzibar International Marathon
Oct 25, 3:00 AM
East Africa's major marathon featuring 5km, 10km, and 21km races with 10,000+ expected participants. Scenic coastal route through Stone Town and island landscapes. Source: https://zanzibarinternationalmarathon.co.tz/
Full Moon Party at Kendwa Rocks
Oct 24, 4:00 PM
Kendwa Rocks' Full Moon Party on the beach: Afrobeats, Amapiano and Afro-house DJs, fire shows, dancers and acrobats. Gates open at 19:00 with a BBQ buffet; the main stage runs until about 04:00. Tickets are cheaper bought in advance. Source: https://kendwarocks.com/full-moon-party
Sunset DJ at Rooftops, The Z Hotel
Oct 24, 2:00 PM
Chilled sunset beats on the rooftop bar of The Z Hotel, looking west over Nungwi. Adults only (no under-16s); no reservations, and a minimum spend may apply for non-residents. Source: https://www.thezhotel.com/facilities/restaurants#Rooftops
