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What We Do Not See

Aug 4 - Oct 24, 2026 Johannesburg
Ongoing

“What We Do Not See” is an exhibition presented at the Wits Art Museum in Johannesburg from August 4 to October 24, 2026. It commemorates David Goldblatt in what would have been...

Exhibition Art +5

Festival Italiano

Sep 27 - Oct 24, 2026 Johannesburg
Ongoing

Festival Italiano is a month-long celebration of Italian culture, food, music, and dance in Johannesburg, South Africa. Presented by the Italian Consulate General of Italy in Johannesburg, the initiative runs from September...

Italian Culture Food & drink +8
The Rocky Horror Show

The Rocky Horror Show

Oct 23 - Dec 6, 2026 Johannesburg
Upcoming

The cult-classic musical, The Rocky Horror Show, is set to return to Johannesburg for a limited run from October 23 to December 6, 2026. The production will be staged at the Pieter...

Musical Theatre +3
Automechanika Johannesburg

Automechanika Johannesburg

Oct 27-29, 2026 Johannesburg
Upcoming

Automechanika Johannesburg is the 11th edition of an automotive service industry exhibition bringing together global and African manufacturers, component suppliers, technology companies, and other industry participants. It will take place from October...

Automotive Exhibition +3
The Haunted Forest® 2026

The Haunted Forest® 2026

Oct 31, 2026 Johannesburg
Upcoming

The Haunted Forest® 2026 is a major Halloween festival held at Prison Break Market in Johannesburg on October 31. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the event provides an immersive spooky experience featuring themed...

Halloween Festival +7
Sean Paul Live at Sunbet Arena

Sean Paul Live at Sunbet Arena

Dec 4, 2026 Pretoria
Upcoming

Grammy Award-winning dancehall and reggae artist Sean Paul will perform at the Sunbet Arena in Pretoria on December 4, 2026. This concert marks a significant stop on his three-city South African tour,...

Concert Dancehall +4

Tyla's Johannesburg Concert

Jan 9, 2027 Johannesburg
Upcoming

Grammy-winning South African singer Tyla is scheduled to perform in Johannesburg on January 9, 2027. This concert is a part of her APOP World Tour, and the date remains confirmed on her...

Concert Music +3

Kota Festival Johannesburg

Oct 3, 2026 Johannesburg
Upcoming

The Kota Festival Johannesburg is a food and entertainment festival scheduled for October 3, 2026. This event celebrates the popular South African street food 'kota', offering attendees various food stalls, live music,...

Food Festival Kota +4