Our Events
Nerd|Otaku is a community led organisation where events and gatherings are core to our ethos and an integral part of our existence. It is our mission to serve as a platform to allow for community hosted events, so please reach out to us if you have any ideas or would like to organise something. Our team is ready to provide our full support to help you realise your dream event. Please check our scheduled events below, we look forward to meeting you all there!
Upcoming Events – 2024
Every Sunday night we host Trivia on our Discord server from 20hrs till 22hrs.
Every Sunday @ 20hrs
Upcoming Events – 2024
Every Sunday @ 20hrs
Every Sunday night we host Trivia on our Discord server from 20hrs till 22hrs.
February
LAN Party
Saturday
17
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation
April
Saturday
13
LAN Party
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation
Sunday
21
Local Beat Down
Local Beat Downs are gatherings hosted within the community for the community, dedicated to discovering fighting game talent. Join us as we identify and celebrate our local champions!
Rex On Gaming Center, Kabwata Market
Saturday
27
Board Games & Karoake Party
With the Embassy of Japan
Come join us and the Embassy of Japan for a fun filled Saturday morning through afternoon of board game action, which will transition into an evening of karaoke!
Zest Bar & Restaurant, Kalundu, Lusaka
April
LAN Party
Saturday
13
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation
Local Beat Down
Sunday
21
Local Beat Downs are gatherings hosted within the community for the community, dedicated to discovering fighting game talent. Join us as we identify and celebrate our local champions!
Rex On Gaming Center, Kabwata Market
Board Games & Karoake Party
With the Embassy of Japan
Saturday
27
Come join us and the Embassy of Japan for a fun filled Saturday morning through afternoon of board game action, which will transition into an evening of karaoke!
Zest Bar & Restaurant, Kalundu, Lusaka
May
Saturday
04
Local Beat Down
Local Beat Downs are gatherings hosted within the community for the community, dedicated to discovering fighting game talent. Join us as we identify and celebrate our local champions!
Venue: TBA
Saturday
18
Board Games / Mini DND
Come join us for a fun filled Saturday where we embark on an epic journey of DND, craft your characters, and experience the joy of roleplaying!
Venue: TBA
Saturday
25
Press Play
Details coming soon…
Venue: TBA
May
Local Beat Down
Saturday
04
Local Beat Downs are gatherings hosted within the community for the community, dedicated to discovering fighting game talent. Join us as we identify and celebrate our local champions!
Venue: TBA
Board Games / Mini DND
Saturday
18
Come join us for a fun filled Saturday where we embark on an epic journey of DND, craft your characters, and experience the joy of roleplaying!
Venue: TBA
Press Play
Saturday
25
Details coming soon…
Venue: TBA
June
Saturday
01
LAN Party
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation
Saturday
08
Local Beat Down
Local Beat Downs are gatherings hosted within the community for the community, dedicated to discovering fighting game talent. Join us as we identify and celebrate our local champions!
Venue: TBA
Saturday
15
Board Games & Karoake Party
Come join us for a fun filled Saturday morning through afternoon of board game action, which will transition into an evening of karaoke at Zest Bar & Restaurant!
Venue: TBA
Saturday
29
THE MEET
The Meet is a one-of-a-kind event that celebrates gaming culture and brings together hundreds of passionate gamers from all over the nation!
Mulungushi International Conference Centre
June
LAN Party
Saturday
01
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation
Local Beat Down
Saturday
08
Local Beat Downs are gatherings hosted within the community for the community, dedicated to discovering fighting game talent. Join us as we identify and celebrate our local champions!
Venue: TBA
Board Games & Karoake Party
Saturday
15
Come join us for a fun filled Saturday morning through afternoon of board game action, which will transition into an evening of karaoke at Zest Bar & Restaurant!
Venue: TBA
THE MEET
Saturday
29
The Meet is a one-of-a-kind event that celebrates gaming culture and brings together hundreds of passionate gamers from all over the nation!
Mulungushi International Conference Centre
July
Saturday
13
Art Expo / Contest
Details coming soon…
Venue: TBA
Saturday
20
LAN Party
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation
Saturday
27
Local Beat Down
Local Beat Downs are gatherings hosted within the community for the community, dedicated to discovering fighting game talent. Join us as we identify and celebrate our local champions!
Venue: TBA
July
Art Expo / Contest
Saturday
13
Details coming soon…
Venue: TBA
LAN Party
Saturday
20
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation
Local Beat Down
Saturday
27
Local Beat Downs are gatherings hosted within the community for the community, dedicated to discovering fighting game talent. Join us as we identify and celebrate our local champions!
Venue: TBA
August
Thu – Mon
01 – 05
Showgrounds Expo
Details coming soon…
Showgrounds, Lusaka
Saturday
10
Board Games & Karoake Party
Come join us for a fun filled Saturday morning through afternoon of board game action, which will transition into an evening of karaoke at Zest Bar & Restaurant!
Venue: TBA
Saturday
31
LAN Party
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation
August
Showgrounds Expo
Thu – Mon
01 – 05
Details coming soon…
Showgrounds, Lusaka
Board Games & Karoake Party
Saturday
10
Come join us for a fun filled Saturday morning through afternoon of board game action, which will transition into an evening of karaoke at Zest Bar & Restaurant!
Venue: TBA
LAN Party
Saturday
31
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation
September
Saturday
21
LSCON 2024
LsCon, also known as Lusaka Comic Con by Nerd Otaku, stands as a grand celebration, a vibrant gathering that cherishes and nurtures the extraordinary talents residing within our community.
Mulungushi International Conference Centre
September
LSCON 2024
Saturday
21
LsCon, also known as Lusaka Comic Con by Nerd Otaku, stands as a grand celebration, a vibrant gathering that cherishes and nurtures the extraordinary talents residing within our community.
Mulungushi International Conference Centre
October
Saturday
05
LAN Party
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation
Saturday
26
Board Games & Karoake Party
Come join us for a fun filled Saturday morning through afternoon of board game action, which will transition into an evening of karaoke at Zest Bar & Restaurant!
Venue: TBA
October
LAN Party
Saturday
05
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation
Board Games & Karoake Party
Saturday
26
Come join us for a fun filled Saturday morning through afternoon of board game action, which will transition into an evening of karaoke at Zest Bar & Restaurant!
Venue: TBA
November
Saturday
16
LAN Party
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation
November
LAN Party
Saturday
16
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation
December
Saturday
07
Board Games & Karoake Party
Come join us for a fun filled Saturday morning through afternoon of board game action, which will transition into an evening of karaoke at Zest Bar & Restaurant!
Venue: TBA
Saturday
14
LANFEST 2024
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mulungushi International Conference Centre
December
Board Games & Karoake Party
Saturday
07
Come join us for a fun filled Saturday morning through afternoon of board game action, which will transition into an evening of karaoke at Zest Bar & Restaurant!
Venue: TBA
LANFEST 2024
Saturday
14
This bring your own device will be held at Mosi-oa-Tunya Shopping & Recreation and will be a celebration of Free-to-Play games that have old-school LAN support! We hope to see you there!
Mulungushi International Conference Centre
Trivia Sunday Night
Every Sunday evening we host a Nerd|Otaku Trivia Night. Our main themes include movies, tv shows, anime, gaming, music, general knowledge and comic/media characters. Feel free to join us and jump into a team to flex your nerd muscles in friendly banter and wholesome discussion.
Casual Gaming
Many of our Otakus are active gamers and their exploits are mostly done as groups. They coordinate and organise themselves on our Discord server where a wide variety of games on all platforms are played daily. We bet you can find your niche on our server and chill with other kindred spirits! Join our Discord server to connect with them and expand our gaming community.
Our Major Events
LsCon - Since 2016
LsCon is dedicated to appreciation and creating awareness of digital art, graphic design, traditional art, hand drawings, paintings, music, general tech and all forms of creative crafts. LsCon showcases creativity of digital and creative industries in the form of Video Games, Movies, and Animation among others. Please join us in our community celebration!
AniMeet - Since 2018
The AniMeet is a celebration of all things anime. A rare opportunity to get to mingle with other anime fans and express our love for the subculture through Cosplay, Art, Anime and Manga recommendations, Panels and even more. Featuring our Maid Cafe, Karaoke, Anime Trivia, Cosplay, Merchandise, Anime Inspired Artist Alley and Many More!!
TheMeet - Since 2014
If you’re a Gamer, Anime fan, Comics Nerd, Movie Buff, Manga Maniac or just generally nerdy and want to have fun this is an event you don’t wanna miss… Come and bring the nerd in you to life for jam packed FUN!! This is way to pay homage to both casual and serious gamers, with a scattering of popular eSport titles mixed with current and past classics like Fifa and Mario Cart.
