The first weekend of the month in Joburg – first Thursday and other firsts

05 Mar 2025

Customisations and creamy ice cream at Altar Bar, this first Thursday of March. Photo: Altar Bar via Instagram.

The best of R&B at Strictly Soul. Photo: Strictly Soul via Facebook.

Try your hand at drawing at Artwave at 44 Stanley. Photo: Artwave via Instagram.

The first week of the month is always a busy one in Joburg, and several places have recurring events to help you celebrate that salary in style. Here are all the events you can add to your calendar to make sure you're starting March right.

What to do on Thu, Mar 6, 2025

From 17:00 – All the naughty kids gather at Detention Radio’s Night School at Bad Manors with a fun line-up of up-and-coming DJs.
From 17:00 – Keyes Art Mile's galleries and restaurants stay open late to bring you Keyes Art Night – enjoy new exhibitions, tasty eats, and live music.
From 17:00 – Sip on R70 margaritas and groove to the beats at Thirsty Thursday at The Royale.
From 18:00 – Become an artist with Wine & Create Social Club at Artwave Studio at 44 Stanley. This Thursday's edition includes a social still-life drawing session.
From 18:00 – Play Braam extends its hours for a night full of tasty food and drinks, local art, and clothing labels.
From 18:00 – Custom threads, creamy Amarula scoops, and jug specials at Altar Bar’s first Thursday.
From 18:00 – Celebrate International Women’s Month with Unbound, a striking all-female photography exhibition at Weed Lovers Market, Marshalltown.
From 18:30 – Head over to Arbour Café's courtyard for some fresh tunes.
From 19:00 – Enjoy hits from Brandy, Beyoncé, TLC, and more at Strictly Soul with DJ Akio and special guests at La Parada in Rosebank.