An upcoming architectural talk titled "ARCHITECTURE, UNFILTERED: Two Geographies. Two Journeys. Twenty Years." will bring together two prominent architects to explore practice, career trajectories, and insights gained over two decades. Part of the Abren event series, the panel features Rahel Shawl, Founder and Principal Architect at RAAS Architects, alongside Rahel Belatchew, Founder and CEO of Belatchew, discussing the practicalities and realities of the profession across different regions.

The session is scheduled for October 15, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Creative Hub, located at the Old Post Office in Piazza. Event details note that parking will be accessible at the Adwa Memorial.

Registration form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUrrcmvrdWVKUILL2XfJlbI4wJmDeHY9NBY8TbB22xCCLTfA/viewform?usp=send_form

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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!

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Linkup Addis presents Dancing in the woods.

Dancing in the Woods at the scenic Ethio-Korea Veterans Memorial Park. Join us this Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 5:00 PM till 10:00 PM for an unforgettable evening featuring incredible beats by DJ Astronaut.

Location: k-park, Afencho ber next to Nigeria Embassy.

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The October 2026 Issue of LinkUp Addis Magazine is Here!

​In this month’s LinkUp Magazine cover story, we sit down with Skander Negassi, the founder of Africa Sourcing and Fashion Week (ASFW), to discuss fashion, industry growth, and global opportunities.

We also explore TEDx Arada, an in-depth film review of the movie Oppenheimerplus, the latest in local culture, music, and art across Addis Ababa!

Tap the link below to read the full October issue now!

https://www.linkupaddis.com/magazine/linkup-october-2026?source=copy&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=share

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Pulse Events presents Halloween Night at Velvet Lounge this October 31st! This is going to be a spook-fest partygoers won't want to miss.

​While you focus on your costumes, Afromile has you covered with an exclusive discounted ticket deal for only 700 ETB (instead of 1000 ETB at the door)!

Ticket link: https://afromile.com/packages/84f83bd1-8708-4d40-987f-f2bfbe57f2ab

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Nocturnal Ep. 2 is scheduled to take place on October 17. The venue is located at Anki Plaza in Dembel, adjacent to the Aberus Complex.

​Admission is available at the door for 800 Birr.

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ALX Ethiopia, Rotaract Club of Debo, and ARLO are hosting the inaugural Stepping Stone Professional and Leadership Series, featuring a panel discussion titled Entrepreneurs’ Trail: Guidance from Those Who Actually Walk It. The event features speakers Mr. Kibret Abebe (Tebita Ambulance & SEE), Mrs. Kanessa Muluneh (Coerman-Muluneh Family Office), and Mr. Bejai Naiker Nerash (Bejai Ethio Industrial & Engineering Solutions), moderated by Ms. Nardos Abera of ARLO.

Sponsored by 7Up and partnered with the Mastercard Foundation, the panel takes place on Saturday, October 17th, from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Capstone, ALX Tech Hub, Lideta. Interested attendees can register online at https://luma.com/pplh12ey.

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​The European Union Film Festival in Addis Ababa will take place from October 23 to November 21, 2026, at Videobet Cinema.

​The event features a selection of 27 award-winning European films, alongside several Ethiopian short films. Additionally, the schedule includes film industry workshops, masterclasses led by professionals, and Q&A sessions with film directors and producers. Admission to all sessions is free of charge.

​The festival is funded and organized by the Delegation of the European Union to Ethiopia, the Delegation of the European Union to the African Union, and the European Parliament, in collaboration with 23 EU Member States, guest countries, and Videobet Cinema.

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Moseb Music Center is hosting a Jazz and Jam Session featuring the Chiret Band this Friday night at 8:30 PM. The event offers free entrance for attendees. Food and drinks will be available for purchase throughout the evening, and on-site parking facilities are provided for guests.

The venue is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, along the road from 24 to Leme Hotel, situated above Sidera Hotel. Attendees can find directions to the location using the provided online map link (https://maps.app.goo.gl/zQFthHKBYADTdDyp8).

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Join us this Saturday at K-Park Addis dance into the night at our scenic gardens as we bring you a new unique outdoor musical series 'Dancing in the Woods' kicking off with DJ Astronaut!
Back for a highly successful park warming on Smoke n' Soul last Sunday, we can't wait to see you again this Saturday in this new experience series.
Event starts at 5:00PM. Admission to the event is free of charge while park entrance fee (ETB 100) may apply.
Picnic mattresses available, if you are into picnicking.
For more info, call 0911760603.

Location Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/S4GM3D1rRZm7Gydp7
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Join us this Friday, October 16 at Ethio-Korea Veterans Memorial Park for The Fashion Society Friday an evening dedicated to fashion, networking, and dynamic connections.

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

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the Italian Cultural Institute in Addis Ababa is hosting an exhibition titled "Dressing the Imaginary: Italian Ingenuity in Stage Costume Between Africa, the East, and Legend". Organized in collaboration with the Embassy of Italy in Addis Ababa and Costumi d'Arte Peruzzi, the creative project is conceived by Alessandra Carta and features stage costumes designed by costume designer Emanuele Zito.

​The exhibition runs from October 20 to November 20, with an opening event scheduled for October 19 at 5:30 pm. Visitors can attend Monday through Friday between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm at the Italian Cultural Institute in Addis Ababa, and admission to the event is free.

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K-Park is hosting a Karaoke and Movie Night featuring a screening of La La Land on Saturday, October 18, 2026. The gathering will take place from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Ethio-Korea Veterans Memorial Park.

The event will be hosted by Markos. For inquiries or additional details, attendees can contact the organizers at 0911760603 or 0912685203.

Admission to the event is free of charge while park entrance fee (ETB 100) may apply.

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Gitem Sitem is hosting a session titled Performance Poetry Masterclass, a dedicated space of learning, creativity and artistic exchange designed aspiring performance poets. The session will invite Ade Tha Truth, a spoken word poet, writer and expressive arts therapist for an immersive workshop. The event will take place at Jazz Coffee, Mekanissa on Friday 16 October 2026 starting at 2:00PM. Admission to the event is free of charge (RSVP needed).

To register, go to https://bit.ly/3VOQJjY.

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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 FAMlia 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

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Don’t miss out! From October 12 to October 17 (Tikimt 2 – Tikimt 7), MIDROC Investment Group is kicking off the one of a kind MIDROC Week in grand style, live at Meskel Square!

Spanning six consecutive days, this dynamic exhibition brings together the essential products, resources, and innovations driving Ethiopia’s economy across core sectors all under one roof at Meskel Square

Agriculture
Manufacturing
Mining
Construction & Real Estate
Hospitality
Commerce & Retail

What makes this even more impactful? MIDROC Investment Group dedicates 10% of its overall group profits directly to social services and national development initiatives!

Get ready for immersive product showcases, insightful panel discussions, and an exciting entry giveaway where you stand a chance to win premium sofa sets from Wanza Furniture!

Mark your calendars and don't miss out!

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