CST Expo 2026
Creative  ·  Sport  ·  Tourism
Unlocking Namibia’s Treasures
2 September 2026 – 4 September 2026
Hage Geingob Stadium Precinct, Windhoek, Namibia
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Creative Sport Tourism
About CST Expo 2026

CST Expo 2026 brings Namibia’s Creative, Sport and Tourism sectors together for three days of exhibitions, industry sessions, competitive sport and live entertainment at the Hage Geingob Stadium Precinct in Windhoek.

The programme includes pre and post Main Event activities and runs from the curtain-raiser Marathon on 29 August through to the closing Polo Day on 5 September 2026.

Across the programme, exhibitors, athletes, performers and visitors come together to showcase Namibian enterprise, talent and heritage on a national stage ‐ connecting business, culture and community under one roof.

The Three Pillars

Creative

Namibia’s creative economy on display ‐ fashion, music, design, storytelling and the visual arts ‐ celebrated through showcases, performances and the CST Expo Fashion Show.

Sport

From field sports such as Rugby, Football and Volleyball to Marathon, Street Netball and Basketball, Chess, Esport Traditional Sports, Polo ‐ CST Expo champions active lifestyles and competitive sport across community and professional levels.

Tourism

Namibia’s destinations and tourism operators showcase the country’s landscapes, lodges and experiences ‐ from the Namib Desert to Etosha ‐ to local and international visitors.

Full Programme

Curtain Raiser: Sport & Marathon

Saturday, 29 August 2026
CST Expo 2026 opens with a morning of community sport at Hage Geingob Stadium, anchored by the CST Marathon ‐ a partner event open to runners across Namibia.
05:00
Partner Event · Marathon
CST Half-Marathon including 5km, 7km and 10km Road Races
Distance running event open to the public, marking the official curtain-raiser of CST Expo 2026 and promoting active lifestyles ahead of the main programme.
● Hage Geingob Stadium Precinct

CST Awards Evening

Tuesday, 1 September 2026
An exclusive evening at NTV Studios recognising excellence across sport, tourism, creative industries and community impact, broadcast live ahead of the main expo.
17:30
Awards
CST Awards Evening
A televised awards ceremony honouring outstanding individuals, organisations and initiatives contributing to Namibia’s creative, sport and tourism sectors. Programme includes welcome remarks, category presentations and musical interludes, running through to 22:30.
● NTV Studios

Opening Day

Wednesday, 2 September 2026
CST Expo 2026 officially opens to the public at Hage Geingob Stadium ‐ exhibitions, industry sessions and sport run throughout the day, building to the Official Opening Ceremony.
08:00
Sport
Sports Competitions & Prize Presentations
A full day of competitive sporting fixtures and demonstrations featuring youth, community and professional participants.
● Sport Field, Boardroom, Pavilion Areas
09:00
Exhibition
Exhibition & Lifestyle Village Opens
Businesses, tourism operators, cultural heritage groups, creative industries and SMEs open their stands for the public, running daily to 20:00.
● Expo Tents, Cultural Villages, SME Market, Kapana Area, Outdoor Exhibitors
09:00
Industry Sessions
Knowledge & Industry Workshops
Industry leaders and entrepreneurs share insight on the creative economy, sport development, tourism growth and innovation, running in timed sessions to 14:00.
● Creative Suite, Sport Suite, Tourism Suite
09:00
Family
Family & Lifestyle Experiences
Children’s entertainment, interactive performances and lifestyle activations running throughout the day.
● Kids Area, Chill Tent, VIP tent and VIP Lounge
16:30
Opening Ceremony
Official Opening of CST Expo 2026
The formal launch of CST Expo 2026, featuring welcome addresses from distinguished guests, cultural performances and the official opening proceedings, running to 19:30.
● Main Stage
20:00
Entertainment
Creative Music Evening
Live music and performances showcasing Namibia’s creative talent, closing out Opening Day at 22:30.
● Main Stage

Business, Culture & Entertainment Day

Thursday, 3 September 2026
A full day of exhibitions, sport and masterclasses gives way to an evening of culture and fashion on the Main Stage.
05:00
Sport
Sports Competitions & Prize Presentations
A dynamic programme of competitive matches, community participation events and Street Netball, alongside youth sports development initiatives, running to 16:00.
● Hage, Sport Field, Street Netball Area, Pavilion
09:00
Exhibition
Exhibition & Lifestyle Village Opens
Continued public access to exhibitions, SME showcases, tourism experiences and cultural attractions, open to 20:00.
● All Exhibition Areas
09:00
Industry Sessions
Knowledge & Industry Workshops
Interactive sessions on tourism opportunities, creative economy growth, sports management and entrepreneurship, running to 17:30.
● Creative, Sport & Tourism Suites
09:00
Family
Family & Lifestyle Experiences
Entertainment, family activities and networking experiences for visitors of all ages, running throughout the day.
● Kids Area, Chill Tent, VIP tent and VIP Lounge
14:00
Creative Showcase
Creative Showcase
A celebration of Namibia’s cultural and creative industries through performances, storytelling and talent showcases, running to 18:00.
● Main Stage
16:00
Music
Music & Entertainment Night
Live performances from leading Namibian artists, closing out the day at 23:00.
● Main Stage
18:00
Lifestyle
Republikein Bridal Shower
A lifestyle showcase featuring fashion, beauty, wellness and wedding inspiration, presented in partnership with Republikein.
● Main Stage
20:00
Fashion
Fashion Show
A showcase evening highlighting Namibian designers, models and fashion entrepreneurs, running to 22:00.
● Main Stage

Closing Day

Friday, 4 September 2026
The final day of the core expo programme ‐ closing sport, industry workshops, cultural competitions and awards recognition, building to a closing music celebration that runs past midnight.
08:00
Sport
Closing Sports Competitions & Prize Presentations
The culmination of CST’s sporting programme, featuring closing fixtures, demonstrations and prize presentations, running to 16:00.
● Sport Field, Street Netball Area, Pavilion Areas
09:00
Exhibition
Exhibition & Lifestyle Village Opens ‐ Final Day
Last opportunity to engage with exhibitors, businesses, tourism operators, creatives and SMEs before the floor closes at 20:00.
● All Exhibition Areas
09:00
Industry Sessions
Knowledge & Industry Workshops ‐ Final Day
Closing sessions covering innovation, business growth, tourism, sport and the creative economy, running to 17:30.
● Creative, Sport & Tourism Suites
13:00
Culture
Choir & Dance Competition
A celebration of Namibian culture featuring schools, community groups and performing arts talent, running to 16:00.
● Main Stage
16:00
Closing Celebration
CST Music Festival & Closing Celebration
A closing celebration featuring live music, creative showcases and festival highlights, running through to 01:00.
● Main Stage
18:30
Awards
NTV CST Award Announcements
Recognition of outstanding achievements and highlights from across the CST Expo programme, presented between musical performances, running to 20:30.
● Main Stage

Polo Day

Saturday, 5 September 2026
CST Expo 2026 extends into the weekend with a polo exhibition match, a partner event for the sport sector held off-site at Gochaganas Farm.
TBC
Partner Event · Polo
CST Polo Event
A polo exhibition match presented as a CST Expo partner event for the sport sector, bringing the programme to a close with an afternoon of equestrian sport.
● Gochaganas Farm
Programme subject to change.
Full speaker line-ups and session details will be confirmed closer to the event.
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