Kigali, Rwanda’s Best Outdoor Event Venues

June 28, 2021

By Mahider Tadesse

Rooftop and outdoor venues boast breathtaking views overlooking the hills of Kigali. Finding the perfect outdoor event space in Kigali that suits your group is important. With growing health and safety concerns around indoor functions,  planning your event outdoors is a wise way to keep all your participants safe.  

Check out these outdoor event venues in Kigali for your next meeting. 

 

The Square 

The Square is a 25,996 square foot/ 2,416 meter square, outdoor exhibition space at the Kigali Convention Center. You can unconventionally use this space by offering outdoor breaks with tents and turf to give your attendees a mental break from back-to-back indoor sessions. 

 

Piazza Terrace 

If you are planning to host a cocktail party or dinner reception outdoors the Piazza Terrace is the perfect outdoor event venue in Kigali. This spacious terrace on the second level of the Kigali Convention Center can accommodate up to 600 pax. The Terrace surrounds the iconic dome of the Kigali Convention Center overlooking the beautiful city of Kigali. 

 

Malaika Gardens 

One of Kigali’s most distinct event venues, the Marriott Kigali Hotel, offers the heavenly Malaika  Gardens. With a 600 pax The Malaika Gardens is perfect for any event, whether it be an intimate reception or a large celebration. This outdoor event venue in Kigali provides the perfect atmosphere with its unique dazzling waterfall background. 

 

Ituze Gardens

Are you looking for an outdoor event venue in Kigali? The Ituze Gardens at the Marriott Kigali Hotel might be the perfect venue for you. The Ituze Gardens comfortably seats up to 170 pax. Your group will enjoy the garden view for a cocktail reception or a seated dinner. 

 

The Larder 

The Larder is Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Center’s signature breakfast hall with a large outdoor space overlooking the swimming pool. The outdoor space can accommodate up to 100 pax for a cocktail reception. The Larder is the perfect outdoor event venue in Kigali for a small informal gathering. 

 

Garden Terrace at Hotel des Mille Collines

Talk about standing the test of time! This event venue in Kigali has seen it all. The Garden Terrace at the Hotel des Mille Collines is a beautiful garden with a capacity to accommodate up to 100 pax offering unparalleled service and memorable events for all attendees 

 

Le Panorama

Located on the 4th floor of the Hotel des Mille Collines Le Panorama extends the ideal ambiance for a group cocktail or a dinner reception. The open porch style space is perfect for intimate or lavish events for up to 100 pax. The breathtaking view of the rolling hills and twinkling lights of Kigali makes Le Panorama among the best event venues in Kigali.  

 

The Lounge at the Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Center

The Lounge is Kigali’s after hour meet up bar with an outdoor terrace overlooking the swimming pool. It is perfect if you want to host a happy hour with drinks and snacks for networking. The outdoor terrace can accommodate up to 70 pax with a mix of seated and standing setup. 

 

Sokoni Restaurant

The Sokoni Restaurant at the Kigali Serena Hotel has a mix of indoor and outdoor spaces accommodating up to 56 pax. The colorful Sokoni Restaurant stands central to the extensive tropical gardens and overlooks the pool. It is the perfect outdoor event venue in Kigali for small groups looking for a relaxing and private space. 

 

Filini Restaurant

The Filini Restaurant is an authentic Italian Restaurant at the Kigali Convention Center. The restaurant has both indoor space and an outdoor terrace with a unique setting featuring sophisticated style and casual design. The extended terrace with a garden view can accommodate up to 50 pax. This space is perfect for a small group gathering in a fresh atmosphere. 

 

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