Every year one of Joburg's most popular high streets, the charming 4th Avenue in Parkhurst, hosts its annual festive season late-night shopping evenings. This year 4th Avenue's friendly, festive, Candle Light Thursdays take place on Thu, Nov 23 and Thu, Nov 30 with drinks, food and fab late-night gift shopping from 17:00.

With an avenue full of restaurants, bars, clothing stores, cafés, and plenty of gift and specialty stores this is a great outdoor attraction, with dozens of unique, local businesses taking part.

When it comes to food you are spoilt for choice with popular restaurants and bars such as The Fat Zebra, Nice on 4th, Espresso, Bottega, Embarc, Kolonaki, Modena and The Blockman, among others. For more on where to eat out read our Parkhurst dining guide.

Parkhurst is also known for its many high-end fashion, décor, gift and design stores. Expect special discounts on Christmas gifts and festive hampers plus music and bubbly at Parkhurst's boutiques. There's always a feast of Christmas decorations that bring some extra festive cheer to the street. Check out our guide to where to shop on 4th Avenue here.

Follow the 4th Avenue Parkhurst account on Facebook and Instagram for all the latest on what to expect.