Weekend Guide: Nakuru set for thrill as titans clash in the Kenya Cup rugby play-offs
Fans at the ASK showground during the Nakuru Derby on January 17.
Nakuru is lining up a proper weekend, but make no mistake, this is a rugby weekend first. Everything else is either building up to it or helping you wind down after. If you’re a sports fan, especially a rugby fanatic, this is the kind of weekend you don’t want to miss.
The Kenya Cup playoffs taking place this Saturday, April 18, are the heartbeat of it all, and the anticipation is already building across town. Menengai Oilers head into the clash looking strong, sitting higher on the table with more wins and points, but Nondescripts RFC are not just showing up to fill space, they are coming in ready to shake things up.
Playoff rugby always carries a different kind of energy. It’s more intense, more physical, and far more emotional. Every tackle feels heavier, every try means more, and the crowd is fully locked in from start to finish. For many, this is not just a match, it is the moment that defines the weekend.
But what makes it even better is how the rest of the weekend wraps around this event, giving people a full experience beyond the game itself.
This weekend in Nakuru is not the one you stay indoors scrolling, this one is for stepping out, catching a vibe, and just living a little.
It kicks off early for adventure lovers with a trip to 14 Falls on Saturday April 18. It’s the kind of plan that starts with road trip energy, good company, snacks, music and ends with the powerful sight of cascading water, mist in the air, and that refreshing feeling of being out in nature.
For those staying within town, Saturday morning also comes alive with the Nakuru Walk Movement, a 22-kilometre stretch from Nyayo Gardens to Bahati Center starting at 6:30AM. It is less about the distance and more about the shared experience. People show up for fitness, for fun, and for the sense of community that builds along the way. It sets the tone for the day, easing into the excitement that follows.
Sunday shifts the pace depending on your mood. For a quieter, more reflective day, Lake Solai offers scenic views, wildlife, and a calm atmosphere that allows you to unwind.
On the other hand, for those still riding the adrenaline, the Subaru Show brings a completely different energy, cars lined up, engines roaring, and a convoy moving through Njoro and Bahati into town. The vibe continues in Milimani with music, crowds, and a live screening of the Arsenal vs Manchester City match, adding to the excitement.
For a softer close to the weekend, the Mogotio Bike Ride on Sunday morning offers open roads, fresh air, and a chance to reset.
All in all, Nakuru is serving a full weekend experience.