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Some Enchanted Evening

Some Enchanted Evening

Sep 15, 2026 George
Starts today

The George Music Society presents a musical performance titled Some Enchanted Evening, featuring a trio of acclaimed South African artists at the DR Mother Church in George. This concert showcases a diverse...

Music Concert +5
A Meeting of Winds

A Meeting of Winds

Sep 12-13, 2026 KuGompo City and Makhanda
Recently ended

"A Meeting of Winds" is a collaborative classical music showcase featuring the DEVO Chamber Orchestra and the Makana Community Orchestra. Held across two days in KuGompo City and Makhanda, the event highlights...

Classical Music Orchestra +4
OR Tambo Gospel Music Festival

OR Tambo Gospel Music Festival

Sep 12-13, 2026 Mthatha
Recently ended

The seventh annual OR Tambo Gospel Music Festival is an all-night celebration of gospel music, prayer, and worship held at the OR Tambo Hall in Mthatha, Eastern Cape, from the evening of...

Gospel Music Religious Festival +6
An Ode to Motown

An Ode to Motown

Sep 1-13, 2026 Johannesburg
Recently ended

An Ode to Motown is a theatrical production at Johannesburg's Mandela Theatre that honors the musical history of Motown Records. Featuring local performers, the show explores the stories and hits of legendary...

Music Theatre +6
Masibuyelembo Arts Festival

Masibuyelembo Arts Festival

Sep 12, 2026 Zabalaza
Recently ended

The inaugural Masibuyelembo Arts Festival is a local cultural celebration held at the Dimbaza Shack Theatre in Zabalaza. Debuting in September 2026, the event showcases a blend of music, comedy, and traditional...

Arts Music +6
Spring Cake Fair

Spring Cake Fair

Sep 12, 2026 George
Recently ended

The Spring Cake Fair is an annual charity event held in George to support families affected by childhood cancer. Located at the Trail Kiosk in Van Riebeeck Gardens, the fair features an...

Charity Fundraiser +6
Explore Limpopo Tourism Market

Explore Limpopo Tourism Market

Sep 10-12, 2026 Tzaneen
Recently ended

The third annual Explore Limpopo Tourism Market is a business-to-business (B2B) trade platform held in Tzaneen, Limpopo, from September 10 to 12, 2026. It brings together tourism businesses, hosted buyers, and industry...

Tourism Business +5
JOMBA contemporary dance festival

JOMBA contemporary dance festival

Aug 26 - Sep 7, 2026 Durban

JOMBA contemporary dance festival is a 13-day contemporary dance event in Durban, South Africa, featuring performances, artist residencies, workshops, public dialogues, youth platforms and digital dance. The 28th edition runs from 26...

Dance Contemporary Art +3
A Spring Concert

A Spring Concert

Sep 6, 2026 Rosebank

The Johannesburg Bach Choir presents "A Spring Concert" at St Martin’s-in-the-veld Anglican Church in Rosebank, South Africa, on Sunday, September 6, 2026. The concert features tenor Janré van Jaarsveld and organist Bienvenu...

Classical Music Choral +7