The Open Lanes Varsity Invitational, powered by Swiss sportswear brand On Running Kenya, is set to conclude on October 3, 2026, at Nyayo National Stadium. The event will feature a grand finale with live performances by Kenyan musical powerhouses Bensoul, Charisma, and Ywaya Tajiri. This event combines high-stakes track finals with live entertainment, making it a highly anticipated experience for fans.
The musical lineup includes Bensoul, who will perform fan-favorite hits such as Extra Pressure, Favorite Song, Nairobi, and Nakufa. Vocalist Charisma is set to perform crowd-pleasers like Urao and Sina Noma. Ywaya Tajiri will bring his signature energy with tracks such as Money Over Love and Chai Ya Saa Kumi. These performances will follow weeks of intense campus knockouts across six Nairobi universities.
A total of six universities participated in the campus knockouts: Kenyatta University (KU), Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA), Riara University, Strathmore University, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), and the University of Nairobi (UoN). The qualifying relay teams will compete on the national track, with four top student-athletes earning an all-expenses-paid race weekend experience in South Africa.
The event offers an exciting opportunity for student-athletes to showcase their talents and compete at a high level. The competition will feature 18 qualifying relay teams vying for top honors. The grand finale's entertainment and competitive aspects are expected to draw a large audience to the Nyayo National Stadium.
Fans can access free tickets online via the official Open Lanes Varsity Invitational portal. The event is supported by On Running Kenya, a Swiss sportswear brand. This partnership has enabled the provision of complimentary tickets, making the event more accessible to a wider audience.
The Open Lanes Varsity Invitational aims to promote athletic talent and provide a platform for student-athletes to compete and grow. The event's combination of sports and entertainment underscores its appeal to a broad audience. With a strong lineup of performers and competitors, the grand finale is expected to be an exciting experience.
The event is scheduled to take place on October 3, 2026, at Nyayo National Stadium. With Bensoul, Charisma, and Ywaya Tajiri set to perform, fans are eagerly anticipating an evening of great music and athletic competition. The event promises to be a memorable conclusion to the Open Lanes Varsity Invitational.
Key points
- Bensoul, Charisma, and Ywaya Tajiri to headline the Open Lanes Varsity Invitational grand finale.
- The event features 18 qualifying relay teams competing for an all-expenses-paid trip to South Africa.
- Fans can access free tickets online via the official Open Lanes Varsity Invitational portal.
