Rain tried to stop the night but the crowd said no. Soaked, loud, and still dancing till the end, Lij Mikael turned it into something else. Addis nights really hit differently, don’t they?

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ከግንቦት 1 እስከ 9 በታሪካዊቷ ፒያሳ ላይ ቀጠሮ አለን!

በታሪካዊቷ ፒያሳ፣ ከፍሬንድ ሺፕ ፓርክ ፊት ለፊት በመጠናቀቅ ላይ በሚገኘው በፓርክቪው ሳይታችን ልዩ የሽያጭ ኤክስፖ አዘጋጅተናል።

ሁላችሁም እንድትገኙ በታላቅ አክብሮት እንጋብዛችኋለን። 

አኮያ ፕሮፐርቲስ በሪል እስቴት የመጀመሪያው የኢትዮጵያ አየር መንገድ ሼባ ማይልስ የኘላቲንየም አጋር !

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Chimp Event Promotion and The Venue Warehouse have announced an upcoming musical event titled the Dallol Music Concert.

The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 23 May 2026, at The Venue Warehouse in Addis Ababa.

Official artist lineup and ticketing information are expected to be released in the coming weeks.

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Saq Central is hosting Mukera 1..2 open mic event tonight, 8 May 2026, starting from 7 PM.

The event serves as a platform for local talents to showcase their work.

Entrance- 200 ETB.

Location- Atmosphere, Bole behind Alem Cinema.

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Afterwork by Heineken will is returning today to Ghion Hotel on starting from 5 PM.

Departing from the typical schedule of the final Friday of the month, this upcoming iteration has been moved to an earlier date.

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The May edition of LinkUp Magazine is finally here, and we’re excited to bring you another issue filled with inspiring stories, culture, fashion, and creativity.

This month, we feature Fikirte Addis, founder of Ye Fikir Design, whose work beautifully bridges traditional Ethiopian craftsmanship with global fashion.

You’ll also explore the luxury flavors of Rue Addis, revisit a vibrant CreaTech forum where culture met code, and discover more exciting features inside.

Read the full issue now on the LinkUp Premium app through the link.

[https://linkupaddis.com/app/magazines/linkup-may-2026]

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​አዲስ MODERN a exhibition by Yohannes Girma held at Creative Hub Ethiopia (Old Post Office, Piassa). The exhibition runs from May 16 to 14 June 2026, with an opening reception on May 16 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

​The collection examines the historic architecture of Addis Ababa, portraying older buildings as records of memory and social transformation.

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​Atmosphere will host a screening of the film Sweetness in the Belly, a story of a young woman who is forced to flee Ethiopia for London during a period of political instability. on Sunday, May 10, 2026.

The event is scheduled for Sunday, 10 May 2026, starting from 7:00 PM at Atmosphere, Bole behind Alem Cinema.

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AWiB’s May Forum 2026 is set to take place on 21 May 2026, from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM at the United Nations Conference Center in Addis Ababa.

Marking its 12th year, the forum will bring together leaders, professionals, and changemakers to discuss the growing call for transformation across Africa, with a focus on Ethiopia.

This year’s theme highlights the role of integrity and accountability as key foundations for trust, strong institutions, and sustainable progress, while creating space for shared learning, networking, and dialogue.

RSVP: https://awibethiopia.org/event/may-forum-2026/

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ከግንቦት 1 እስከ 9 በታሪካዊቷ ፒያሳ ላይ ቀጠሮ አለን!

በታሪካዊቷ ፒያሳ፣ ከፍሬንድ ሺፕ ፓርክ ፊት ለፊት በመጠናቀቅ ላይ በሚገኘው በፓርክቪው ሳይታችን ልዩ የሽያጭ ኤክስፖ አዘጋጅተናል።

ሁላችሁም እንድትገኙ በታላቅ አክብሮት እንጋብዛችኋለን። 

አኮያ ፕሮፐርቲስ በሪል እስቴት የመጀመሪያው የኢትዮጵያ አየር መንገድ ሼባ ማይልስ የኘላቲንየም አጋር !

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The TW Network Podcast, hosted by the acclaimed fashion designer Tigistu Workeneh, has announced a massive scoop for its debut.

The podcast's inaugural episode is set to feature an exclusive interview with the individual responsible for Ethiopia’s largest bank heist with no violence. This premiere marks a bold shift for The Tigistu Workeneh House, expanding from the world of high fashion into the heart of storytelling.

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A packet of sanitary pads now costs roughly between 150-200 birr in many parts of Ethiopia, but the conversation goes far beyond price.

Across TikTok, a growing movement is sending a clear message: pads are not a luxury, but a necessity. As the debate grows, so do calls for fair taxation, better access, and policy change that treats menstrual products as essential, not optional.

Read more: https://linkupaddis.com/app/articles/492

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Golden Garden, a solo exhibition by artist Asratemariam Dereje, will be held at The Space Ethiopia Gallery from 16 May to 21 June 2026.

​Curated by Dagim Abebe, the collection explores childhood memories and nature through experimental techniques such as finger painting. The exhibition emphasizes the use of natural light and texture to highlight specific symbols within the compositions.

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Designers and Artisans Bazaar by Wublinks is scheduled to take place over the weekend of 16 and 17 May 2026 at the Addis Ababa Golf Club. The event will run from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on both Saturday and Sunday.

Entrance is 200 Birr, though children under 12 enter for free.

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Spat Events has announced that the Camping to Coast Music Festival, originally scheduled for 19-21 June, has been postponed to July 2026.

​The organizers cited the upcoming national election as the reason for the reschedule, stating the delay allows for improved logistical planning.

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Are you Drizzy's fan or team Abel? This Saturday, 16 May 2026, Liter Events is taking over Velvet Rooftop for a night dedicated entirely to the legends, Drake and The Weeknd.

Afromile is dropping an insane 42% OFF on early bird tickets.

Download Afromile on click the link below to get your ticket.

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.afromile.user

Link: https://afromile.com/packages/4676c78d-0609-430e-91c4-d8fe0f14a467

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ALX Ethiopia, in partnership with AIESEC Ethiopia and Deloitte, will host a Career Day event on Tuesday, 19 May 2026, starting from 9 AM. The event is designed to provide participants with professional insights and networking opportunities.

The event aims to connect attendees with industry professionals to discuss career trajectories, practical workplace advice, and strategies for professional development.

Location: Capstone ALX Tech Hub, Lideta

Registration: official registration link

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The 20th edition of the Grand Mignot Bazaar and Expo will be held on 30-31 May 2026 at Friendship Park, Addis Ababa (opposite the Sheraton Addis). Operating from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, the event marks the bazaar's third anniversary and the 63rd African Day.

​The expo features a selection of African fashion, art, and street culture, providing a platform for local commerce and community engagement.

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EatUp: Rue Addis

This month’s EatUp steps inside Rue Addis, a new dining destination where Paris meets Addis. Located on the fourth floor of the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia headquarters, the restaurant offers an intimate setting paired with attentive service and understated luxury.

From fresh and vibrant starters like the smoked salmon and quinoa salad to deeply savory dishes like the bouillabaisse with rich saffron broth and delicate seafood, Rue Addis has it all.

Find the full story in this month’s LinkUpAddis magazine using the link in the bio!

[https://linkupaddis.com/app/magazines/linkup-may-2026]

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