joburg EVENT GUIDE

The Jacaranda Afternoon Tea Returns to Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff

Johannesburg’s beloved jacaranda tradition returns with a menu inspired by the city’s spring palette.

Mzansi Chamber Music Collective 2026 Concert Series

They are proud to present a carefully curated programme featuring some of South Africa’s most celebrated musicians performing spell-binding music in idyllic settings in and around Johannesburg.

october

Rosebank Mall Welcomes The Urban Playground

Wheels hit the ramp. Controllers click in the gaming lounge. A dance crew counts in a routine on the studio floor. This is The Urban Playground, the newest addition at Rosebank Mall.

october

The Royal Countess Zingara

Bookings are now open for The Royal Countess Zingara, soon to be transporting her enchantment to the City of Gold with La Dolce Royal. The production will unfold at Melrose Arch in Johannesburg from 20 June.

october

Cape Ballet Africa Brings Swan Lake to Montecasino

The world’s most loved ballet comes to Johannesburg as Global Star Events and Cape Ballet Africa present the legendary Swan Lake at the Teatro, Montecasino from 07 August for a strictly limited season.

october

A Jacaranda Weekend Experience at The Westcliff

The Four Seasons Hotel invites guests to experience jacaranda season beyond the hotel grounds through a special weekend programme.

oct/nov

The Houghton Bonsai, Succulent and Plant Show

Bring your struggling plants to the free Bonsai Hospital, enjoy live music while the kids have fun with free activities in the Kids’ Zone, get expert advice and shop one of South Africa’s biggest plant shows at Killarney Mall.

dec

‘A Festive Swing’ – The Most Wonderful Show of the Year

Howard Events, powered by HOT 1027, returns to Montecasino’s Teatro with A Festive Swing, featuring the Johannesburg Big Band, conducted by Maestro Adam Howard.

january

Music Headliners Coming to Mzansi with fabric London

Some of the biggest names in contemporary electronic music are heading to South Africa this January.

february

Icelandic Rockers Kaleo to Make South African Debut

Some of the biggest names in contemporary electronic music are heading to South Africa this January.