Welcome to Johannesburg, a city bursting with energy and a vibrant spirit. Joburg offers an array of exciting activities and experiences for everyone, whether you're new to the city (check out our list of best Joburg tours and experiences) or a nature admirer (visit Joburg's most beautiful parks). If you love to shop for interesting items, see our round-up of Joburg's best markets.
Joburg's galleries are always active, with new shows opening weekly. You can read our exhibitions guide here. If you're a jazz lover, check out our list of places to listen to jazz in Joburg. For movie lovers, there are many cinemas in the city, plus stage productions like ballet and opera. And if you have kids or want to find family-friendly activities (check out our fun Gauteng attractions for families guide), there are plenty of options to choose from.
For a full guide to what’s on in Joburg, explore our events calendar and subscribe to our weekly newsletter published every Thursday morning. Follow us on Instagram, where we publish daily updates on events in our Instagram stories.
Note: While we update this information regularly, Johannesburg is an ever-changing city, so make sure to click on links, follow our booking advice and, if in doubt, call ahead, as venues do not always communicate changes.
Our top picks for the week ahead (Thu, Apr 10 – Wed, Apr 16, 2025)
Thu, Apr 10 – Mon, Apr 21 – Stock up on chocolate bunnies, Easter eggs, and all things sweet at the Chocolate Café in Sandton City’s Centre Court.Fri, Apr 11 – Raw sound, soul, and underground energy as Marcus Harvey brings his album NYKM LIVE to Untitled Basement in Braamfontein.
Fri, Apr 11 – Sat, Apr 12 – Catch Vincent Sekwati Mantsoe’s powerful solo dance homecoming, Desert Poems, at the UJ Arts Centre in Auckland Park.
Sat, Apr 12 – Hop into the Easter spirit with live music, artisanal treats, and a laid-back bunny hunt at Field Market in Field & Study Park in Sandton.
Sat, Apr 12 – Step into Joburg’s spiritual history with the Johannesburg Heritage Foundation's Trio of Churches walking tour, exploring cathedrals and architectural treasures in the city’s ‘Holy Corner’.
Sat, Apr 12 – With unlimited tastings from 15 hand-picked wineries, sustainable wines, and a Riedel glass in hand, sip, swirl, and savour at the Slow Edition of Wine Forty Four at 44 Stanley.
Sat, Apr 12 – Roll through for a day of empowerment, fun, and sisterhood at Skateistan's skate session, where women, kids, and queer folks unite for workshops, skate park action in Doornfontein.
Sat, Apr 12 – Join DJs and curators, Housecatz and Symatics for the 7th and final instalment of their curated party, Second Saturday, at Mamakashaka and Friends.
Sun, Apr 13 – End the weekend with finale of the season at Soundset Sunday at The Playground in Braamfontein.
Sun, Apr 13 – Channel your inner Sherlock Holmes at Canvas Club x Anti Social Social Club Mystery Sip & Paint in Melville.
Until Sun, Apr 13 – Acrobatic marvels and mystical adventures at Worlds Away: A Journey to Circusland by The Cirk, only at Carnival City.
Until Sun, Apr 13 – Get ready for a stunning mix of neoclassical and contemporary ballet with Letters of Reflection by WGRUV Dance Company at Joburg Theatre.
Until Sun, Apr 13 – Puppetry, performance, and music come to life in this award-winning stage adaptation of JM Coetzee’s Life & Times of Michael K at the Market Theatre.
Thu, Apr 17 – Fri, Apr 18 – Let the jazz flow for two nights with Carlo Mombelli’s boundary-pushing beauty on Thu, Apr 17 followed by Adam Glasser and Bokani Dyer’s harmonica-piano magic with tracks from SA & Beyond on Fri, Apr 18 at chiesa di PAZZO LUPi, Melville.
What's happening at The Troyeville
Sun, Apr 13 – Relive the golden era of South African rock as The Staccatos take the stage at The Troyeville, alongside indie legend Gary Rathbone.
Sun, Apr 20 – South African music at its finest at The Troyeville with The Muffinz’ soulful fusion and Nomadic Orchestra’s high-energy instrumentals.
Hot tickets
Thu, Apr 24 – Sat, Apr 26 – Step into the world of cutting-edge fashion with 21 designers and 7 shows at South African Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2025 at The Forum at Hyde Park Corner.
Sat, Apr 26 – An electric celebration of South African talent with a powerhouse line-up of artists, DJs,and rappers at the sixth edition of Cotton Fest at The Station in Newtown.
Fri, May 16 – Sun, May 25 – Experience the glitz, glamour, and iconic tunes from Sinatra to Gaga with Swingin' Las Vegas at The Teatro at Montecasino with the Johannesburg Big Band and SA’s finest stars.
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