Johannesburg

To do in Joburg – weekly events guide

20 Nov 2024

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, Nov 21 – Wed, Nov 27)

Thu, Nov 21 – Sun, Dec 1 – Get your next statement piece, whether it be treasures, antiques, or art at Russell Kaplan Auctioneers’ Very Merry Wunderkamer Auction in Ferndale.
Fri, Nov 22 – Sun, Nov 24 – Suspended acrobats, thrilling aerial acts, and electrifying dance moves await at The Cirk's Worlds Away – A Journey to Circusland at Carnival City
Fri, Nov 22 – Experience the future of lyricism with BarFest hosted by rapper Stogie T featuring Maglera Doe Boy, Priddy Ugly, Zulu Mecca, and Kane Keid at Untitled Basement.
Sat, Nov 23 – Sip and celebrate the best of French Gamay wines with bottomless tasters, cheese, and frites at Beaujolais Fest at Winebar in Kramerville.
Sat, Nov 23 – Sun, Nov 24 – Nature walks, quirky pet competitions, toy photography, yoga, and art tours – The Wilds' centenary celebrations wrap up the weekend with a bang.
Sat, Nov 23 – Sing along to holiday classics while supporting a cause with Carols on the Piazza with the Mzansi Youth Choir at Melrose Arch.
Sat, Nov 23 – Shop, sip, and enjoy a jolly good time as the Festive Forty Four festival and market at 44 Stanley with floral workshops, face painting, coffee cupping, and a screening of Wicked.
Sun, Nov 24 – Keep it sleek and stylish in monochrome at Never Rush A Sunday's Own Race, Own Pace themed party at Maracanã.
Sun, Nov 24 – Sun, sand, and soulful beats at The Untitled Groove, a women-powered event at The City Beach Club in Braam.
Until Sun, Dec 8 – Celebrate the legacy of Robert Sobukwe with Lala Ngenxeba/Of Love and Revolution, a powerful story of love, resilience, and liberation, at the Market Theatre.
Until Sun, Dec 15 – Experience the glamour of the Roaring Twenties with a twist at The Cirk's Gatsby: A Cirque Extravaganza, where acrobats and jazz soar at Cresta.
Until Fri, Feb 7, 2025 – Kick off the festive season with a cinematic blast from the past! Catch cult classic Blade Runner and other iconic films at Ster-Kinekor’s Throwback Cinema series, with tickets at just R50.

What's happening at The Troyeville

Lee Cole will be taking to The Troyeville stage. Photo: Lee Cole via Instagram.

Sun, Dec 1 – Groove to Lee Cole’s mix of pop, R&B, and soul hits at The Troyeville, with Will Rayz opening the show.

Hot tickets

Geek and gaming fun at rAge Expo. Photo: Supplied.

Thu, Nov 28 – Experience the Shaka iLembe Suite, Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, and Scheherazade with Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra on their Rhythms of Hope tour at the Linder Auditorium.
Thu, Nov 28 – Get ready for a night of incredible live music as EasyFreak, Archi, and Andrd 18 light up Universal Music Live Concert Hall with Alliance Française of Johannesburg's Heartbeat Sessions in Rosebank. 
Fri, Nov 29 – Sun, Dec 1 – It's a world of gaming, gadgets, and cosplay. Connect with fellow fans for an epic weekend of digital entertainment at rAge Expo at the Johannesburg Expo Centre. For a chance to win tickets, enter our giveaway on Instagram here
Fri, Nov 29 – Sat, Nov 30 – Shop unique designs, taste street food from top chefs, and enjoy live music and workshops for the whole family at Capitec handmadeAFRICA's festive market at Oxford Parks.
Fri, Nov 29 – Sat, Nov 30 – Catch two nights of soulful melodies and powerful performances with Bongeziwe Mabandla at Morris Isaacson Centre in Soweto and Linder Auditorium
Fri, Dec 6 – Sun, Dec 8 – The CoComelon crew is taking the stage at Emperors Palace for a singalong adventure the whole family will love.
Sat, Jan 11, 2025 – Shake off those post-holiday blues​​​​​ and start your year with a bang at Joburg's first Milk + Cookies Festival, headlined by the incredible Kaytranada.
 
If you're looking for things to see this week, check out our weekly art round-up. For our latest updates, follow us on Instagram.

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The Very Merry Wunderkammer Auction at Russell Kaplan Auctioneers
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'A Swingin' Christmas' with the Johannesburg Big Band at Carnival City
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Group exhibition: 'Works on Paper' at the gallery (44 Stanley)

Carnival City

Cnr Century and Elsburg Rd, Brakpan
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