Past events
A record of what has happened around Kilifi, newest first. Looking for something coming up? See upcoming events
Distant Relatives Eco-Lodge
Distant Relatives Eco-Lodge
Kilifi Creek Festival is back by the creek for another week of films, art, culture, conversations, and community. More stories. More voices. More Kilifi magic. Filmmakers are welcome to submit their films via Filmfreeway from 1st March 2026. Save the dates and stay tuned — the journey begins again.
Kisima Festival 2026, we journey into the theme of LOVE. Love as vibration, as medicine, as connection to all life. Love that softens and strengthens, that heals and unites. Together, we’ll explore the many forms of love : self-love, communal love, love for the Earth, and the love that moves through everything. This is the well-being festival of the future: unapologetically African, wildly alive, and deeply unifying.
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Kilifi Gold Triathlon (KGT2026), taking place on Saturday, October 3rd along Kenya’s stunning coastline. Celebrated for its scenic route and strong community vibe, this sprint triathlon offers a thrilling challenge for athletes and a lively atmosphere for spectators. t’s a BYOB (Bring Your Own Bike) event so competitors must bring their own bikes and helmets are compulsory. Neither bikes nor helmets will be available for rent on-site.
The Twisted Fig
Indigo Vibe Café
Salty's KiteSurf Village
Baobab Studios
The Swingrays are taking over the stage at Distant Relatives this Friday, July 17th at 8:00 PM! As always we’re firing up the oven and serving fresh, wood-fired Napoli style pizza all night long. Great music, killer pizza, and the best crowd in Kilifi. See you there!
Salty's KiteSurf Village
The third edition of the Kilifi Annual Charity Run is finally here and will take place on 4th July 2026. This year, in partnership with The Accessibility Institute, we aim to raise funds to provide all-terrain wheelchairs to those who need them most in Kilifi. Come experience the magical beauty of Kilifi, explore the countryside, and join a vibrant community of runners and walkers working together to make a meaningful impact. For those who fancy a little challenge, we have introduced the 42Km option for your enjoyment!