Here is your guide to the hottest events happening this week.
Soweto
Music
Afropunk Battle of the Bands: Soweto semifinals
Local up-and-coming acts are vying to be included on the line-up of this year’s hottest festival – Afropunk, to be held on December 30 and 31 at Constitution Hill – and play alongside the likes of Solange and Anderson Paak. Come and support your favourite act.
Venue: His and Hers Picnic at Lebo’s Backpackers
Date: 25 November 2017
Time: 12:00
Cost: Free entrance
SEE: #FindYourEscape: Summer festivals across SA
Pageant
Miss Soweto 2017 Crowning
The Miss Soweto extravaganza is one of the most anticipated events on the calendar and this year promises to be no different. See which beauty will be crowned the winner at this glitsy gala.
Venue: Soweto Theatre
Date: 25 November 2017
Time: 19:00 – 22:00
Cost: R200, purchase tickets here .
Sports
Orlando Pirates vs Golden Arrows
There’s nothing like watching the Pirates defend their home pitch in this Absa Premiership League match. The vibes at any PSL game are usually lit. This should be no different.
Venue: Orlando Stadium
Date: 21 November 2017
Time: 19:30
Cost: R 40, purchase tickets here.
Joburg
Racing
Extreme Festival Grand Finale
Come along for some racing spectating. There are several categories, including Sasol Global Touring Cars, G&H Transport Extreme Supercars, the Autobarn SuperHatch, Volkswagen Challenge, 111 Sports & Saloons and the Bridgestone Challenge. There’ll be loads of kiddies’ entertainment, food stalls, a beer garden and live music. Fun for the whole family.
Venue: Zwartkops Raceway
Date: 25 November 2017
Time: 10:00
Cost: R 90 R 110, purchase tickets here.
Yoga
Face Yoga Course
Yes indeed, yoga for your face. I’m talking about working that double chin, getting those cheek bones active and even the forehead. The muscles in your face are no different to the rest… Don’t turn your nose up at this.
Venue: Yoga Connection
Date: Every Saturday from 4 – 25 November 2017
Time: 11:00 – 12:30
Cost: R 700 for a four-week course. Email mcarthur.meghan@gmail.com
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Christmas Market
Nickel Xmas Market
This 15-year-old market is an annual fundraiser for this organisation, which looks after disabled adults. It provides the finest craftsmen and women with a space to sell and exhibit. Entrance is free and there are bargains in abundance.
Venue: Kungwini Welfare Organisation, Silverlakes
Date: 25 November – 10 December 2017
Time: 09:00 – 16:00
Cost: Free Entrance
Festival
Open Water Festival
Think about floating on a river … in Joburg! Accompanied by good music, a river cruise, giraffes in the background and delicious picnic treats. This sounds too good to be true. Bring a lilo.
Venue: Cradle Moon Lakeside Game Lodge, Muldersdrift
Date: 25 November 2017
Time: 12:00
Cost: R 150 – R250, purchase tickets here.
Picnic
#byMaletsatsi Meet & Greet Picnic
Come and celebrate #NationalHeadWrapDay with Maletsatsi’s head wraps. If you’re all about socialising, meeting and mingling with women, then come through. Pack a picnic basket, camp chairs and a blanket – but you’ll have to rock your head wrap to sit with this squad (fellas, this goes for you too).
Venue: Zoo Lake
Date: 19 November 2017
Time: 13:00
Cost: Free entrance
For the kids
Lego Expo
If you’re a fan of these revolutionary building blocks, then you are going to absolutely flip and click at the prospect of Lego masters from all over the country showcasing their plastic masterpieces.
Venue: Northmead Square, Benoni
Date: 25 – 26 November 2017
Time: 10:00 – 17:00 and 10:00 – 15:00
Cost: Free entrance
Durban
Party
Bring Summer Back F_Ink Party
Catch the likes of Babes Wodumo, Distruction Boyz, Riky Rick and Major League DJz. There’ll be a picnic area, beer garden, adult jumping castle, a water slide and some exciting surprises throughout the day.
Venue: Blue Lagoon Beach
Date: 25 November 2017
Time: 12:00
Cost: R 120 – R 350, purchase tickets here.
Food
House of Moët Dinner
This particular Champagne has quite a bit of credibility on the streets. Step your cred up by attending this evening of exquisite cuisine and lavish liquor. There will be oysters and of course plenty of Champagne, darling.
Venue: The Oyster Box, Umhlanga
Date: 24 November 2017
Time: 19:00
Cost: R 1200 per person. Be sure to book by emailing restaurants@oysterbox.co.za
Cape Town
Picnic
Cape Summer Picnic 2017
Hosted and curated by the fabulous Somizi Mhlongo, this outdoor music experience will showcase the likes of DJ Tira, DJ Sox, Distruction Boyz, NaakMusiQ, Kwesta and the queen of smooth grooves, Miss Lira. Come and enjoy a picnic with the whole family. There are jumping castles for the little ones.
Venue: Cape Town Ostrich Ranch
Date: 25 November 2017
Time: 11:00
Cost: R 180 – R 350, purchase tickets here.
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