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Jazz Tuesday @BazraCoffee October 20 from 6:00pm -9:00pm entrance price- 200birr Mexico, Roosevelt St, Giant Eagle Trading Plc https://maps.app.goo.gl/C6cjvBtnfZRvh7fD6?g_st=ic Smooth Tuesdays await at Bazra Coffee: Join us every Tuesday for an unforgettable Jazz Night featuring great food, good music, fresh drinks, and the smoothest vibes in town from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Whether you’re coming to unwind, catch up with friends, or simply enjoy a soulful night out, our cozy atmosphere and live jazz set the perfect mood. YOU are invited: come make your Tuesdays special with us! Bazra Coffee on Google map 📍https://maps.app.goo.gl/C6cjvBtnfZRvh7fD6?g_st=ic We have limited space and we advise coming a bit early to get sits. @linkupaddis

The Creative Hub in Addis Ababa will host a community discussion titled "ባህል በዘመነ AI" on Saturday, October 31, 2026, between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM. The session is designed to bring together participants from various backgrounds to examine the intersections of culture, social change, and artificial intelligence. @linkupaddis

It's this weekend. LInkUp Bazaar returns this Saturdya and Sunday in its new exciting season of shopping, fun and family entertainment. Join us on 24 and 25 October 2026 at K-Park Addis (next to Nigeria Embassy) for a special weekend as. we feature some of the best craftspeople in the city. Admission to the event is free of charge, park entrance fee of ETB 100 may apply. Doors will be open at 10:00am. For more information, contact 0922296049/0900137262. Venue Location: https://share.google/nYNedvwdUiV9zHKPw @linkupaddis

Atmosphere is hosting their weekly Trivia & Karaoke night tonight starting at 7:30 PM. The event features trivia contests and Karaoke sessions. Location: Atmosphere, Bole behind Alem Cinema. Entrance: Free @linkupaddis

Aura Thursday Episode 06 is scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026. The event will take place at Volume Rooftop in Atlas, located in the Effoy Pizza Building. Admission is 500 Birr at the door. @linkupaddis

ZOYA is back and set to take over Mama’s Kitchen, Peacock Park this Saturday, October 24! Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with electrifying beats, amazing energy, and non-stop dancing under the stars starting at 4:00 PM. Get your ticket for just 1300 ETB exclusively on the afromile. Ticket: https://afromile.com/packages/60386a66-5717-4c24-b947-fa9c82786bb7 @afromile

OVOXO is back with another one. This time, the theme is Goth and Rock. The spooky season is officially on, and this is the event you won't want to miss. Organized by Liter events, it is scheduled for October 24 at Anki Liquor, Dembel. First wave tickets are live on afromile for 500ETB only. Ticket link: https://afromile.com/packages/a6cfa21a-af68-4673-9fb6-4a90bcebbb1e @linkupaddis

Intellect Arena and Atmosphere are hosting a Game Night tonight at Atmosphere. The evening features a variety of board games, card games, and interactive challenges. Location: Atmosphere, Bole behind Alem Cinema. @linkupaddis

Experience the Flavors of Indonesia with Chef Ragil! The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Addis Ababa, through its cultural hub Loka Budaya, in collaboration with The Oriental at Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa, proudly presents “Indonesian Night at The Oriental with Chef Ragil”, featuring award-winning Indonesian Chef Ragil Imam Wibowo, alongside Chef Suyadi Badri of Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa. Join us for a special culinary evening celebrating the rich flavors and authentic tastes of Indonesia, bringing a unique Indonesian dining experience to the heart of Addis Ababa! Friday, 6 November 2026 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM 📍 The Oriental, Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa À la carte dining 📞 For reservations: +251 11 517 1234 Mark your calendars and get ready to discover the taste of Indonesia! @linkupaddis

Vendor Spotlight! ​Get ready to discover an incredible lineup of local creators, makers, and artisans at this edition of LinkUp Bazaar and Family Fest! Here’s a peek at who you’ll find: ​Likakit Traditional Cloths – Beautifully crafted, modern traditional attire ​Noelle Cakes and Pastries – Freshly baked, delicious cookies and sweet treats. ​Watercolour Addict – Expressive, hand-painted artwork and fine art pieces. ​Dembejan Tej – Authentic, premium Ethiopian honey wine. ​Come through to support local businesses, shop unique items, and enjoy the weekend! ​Date: October 24–25, 2026 📍 Ethio-Korea Veterans Memorial Park (K-Park) Info / Booth Booking: +251 900 137 262 | +251 922 296 049 @linkupaddis

LinkUp Bazaar & Family Fest is BACK! ​We’re moving to our new home at Ethio-Korea Veterans Memorial Park (K-Park) for a weekend filled with amazing local vendors, great vibes, and fun activities for the whole family! Date: ​October 24–25, 2026 📍 Ethio-Korea Veterans Memorial Park Book your booth: +251900137262 / +251922296049 @linkupaddis

Gitem Sitem is introducing an open mic series titled "Mistet - The Listening Room," hosted at Jazz Coffee in Mekanissa on 21 October, located in front of the Sido Building. The event provides a dedicated venue for spoken word, performance poetry, stories, rhythms, and personal confessions. The program features an open room, a featured poet performance, a live experiment, and an afterword session. The entry fee for attendees is 400 ETB. Read the latest edition of LinkUp Addis Magazine: https://bit.ly/4B2k8Hr @linkupaddis

The Gud Raw Concert Series, a live reggae music event, will take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at The Venue Warehouse in Addis Ababa. The event is presented by Jan Events and Tinsis Media, with support from Numek. Doors are scheduled to open at 7:00 PM. ​The lineup features performances by main act Wukianos & Zion Rebels, guest artists Haile Roots, Aman Kiyamo, and DJ E, as well as an opening performance by Hayu. ​Tickets can be purchased through Telebirr. Pricing is set at 800 ETB for early bird access, 1,000 ETB for regular admission, 1,500 ETB at the gate, and 3,000 ETB for VIP tickets. @linkupaddis

That’s a wrap on MIDROC Week! Over the past 6 days, Meskel Square was buzzing as MIDROC Investment Group brought together the key industries driving the economy forward ●Agriculture ●Manufacturing ●Mining ●Construction & Real Estate ●Hospitality ●Commerce From interactive showcases and panel discussions to exciting giveaways of various MIDROC products including sofa sets from Wanza Furnishing Industry where visitors registered their phone numbers at the entrance to enter the lucky draw it was a week filled with innovation and community impact. A major highlight was learning more about MIDROC’s ongoing commitment to dedicate 10% of overall group profits directly to social services and national development initiatives. Huge thanks to everyone who pulled up! What was your favorite moment from the week? Drop it in the comments! @linkupaddis

In this month's Linkup Magazine ReelUp section, we review Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer. The review breaks down Nolan’s Oscar-winning biopic examining Cillian Murphy’s portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the film's non-linear storytelling structure, and its visual mastery while critiquing its perspective on the real-world devastation in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Tap the link below to read the full review! https://www.linkupaddis.com/magazine/linkup-october-2026?source=copy&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=share @linkupaddis

Join us at Smoke N’ Soul as DJ Famlia spins all-vinyl sets while the grill fires up. There will be cocktails, BBQ, and live Dj set starting from 12:30 PM. 📍K-park, Afencho Ber Next to Nigeria Embassy. @linkupaddis

​A workshop titled "Traces of Our Own: Art, Gender & Creation for Ethiopian Women Artists" will take place from November 20 to 23, 2026. Organized in collaboration with the Embassy of Spain in Ethiopia, AECID (Spanish Cooperation), El Telart, and Oveja Negra, the program focuses on art and gender creation tailored for female artists in Ethiopia. ​The sessions will run daily from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM at ENG Ethiopia. Interested participants and inquiries can contact the organizers directly via email at oce.cg.etiopia@aecid.es. @linkupaddis

What happens when your pain and tears have no place in the world? When you’re told to man up instead of being given the space to process what you’re going through? And what happens when you can’t just power through the pain? In Ethiopia, sexual violence against men and boys remains a subject rarely spoken about. Behind the silence are survivors whose experiences are dismissed, while society leaves the crime and its perpetrators in the open and its victims still remain behind closed doors. Today, we explore the largely uncharted world of sexual violence against men, and ask why we continue to refuse to talk about it. Read more: https://www.linkupaddis.com/article/573?source=copy&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=share @linkuppremium

Smoke N’ Soul returns this Sunday for its second installment, bringing together good food, smooth drinks, and deep vinyl cuts. Join us at K-Park for an afternoon filled with sizzle and sound. DJ Familia will be spinning live on vinyl to set the mood while the grill gets going. Location: K-park, Afencho Ber next to Nigeria Embassy. Admission to the event is free of charge while park entrance fee (ETB 100) may apply. RSVP: +251 911 760 603 | +251 912 685 203 Read the latest edition of LinkUp Addis Magazine: https://bit.ly/4B2k8Hr @k_park_addis