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The Wilds: 10 days of celebration for 100 years of existence

Friday Nov 1 - Sunday Nov 10       Houghton Drive, Houghton
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Characteristic of many spaces in the city, The Wilds has a complex history. Yet its story exemplifies the spirit of Joburg: showing that regeneration can spring from the unlikeliest sources. As 2024 marks the 100th anniversary of The Wilds, we delve into its revival – a true labour of love. Read the full story here

To celebrate 100 years since The Wilds has been a Johannesburg fixture, Friends of The Wilds hosts 10 days of talks, walks, and activities with experts and enthusiasts from Fri, Nov 1 – Sun, Nov 10. Tickets are R200 p.p. and proceeds go towards continued maintenance and development of the park.

Programme highlights 

Fri, Nov 1 – To kick off a sweet itinerary at The Wilds, attend a talk on the amazing life of the honey bees at 9:00. Then, at 10:00, if birds are your thing, attend a bird walk through the reserve.
Sat, Nov 2 –  At 11:00, look forward a talk on urban wildfire and later, at 16:00, join Dionne MacDonald for a mosaic walking tour at The Wilds. Make sure to keep an eye out for stunning new mosaics created by Spaza Art Gallery
Sun, Nov 3 – Find some inner peace and relaxation with Yin Yoga at 10:00.  For the photographers, attend a toy photography activity at 15:00.
Mon, Nov 4 – It's all about exhaling and inhaling with a breath work session at 9:00. 
Sun, Nov 10 – From 08:30, Johannesburg Heritage Foundation is getting involved in the centenary celebrations with a guided walk of The Wilds led by Arj van Zweiten and Prof Kathy Munro. Book your tickets here

A few of these events repeat throughout the course of the 10-day celebration. Find the full programme here.

Date

Venue

Open 06:00 – 18:00. Nov 1 2024 - Nov 10 2024
The Wilds
Houghton Drive, Houghton

Price/Additional Info

R200 p.p.

Website

www.facebook.com/groups/1582183308538762/
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