7 February 2025 – 9 February 2025
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It’s the weekend BAAAABY! Which means its time to get amped up as you get ready to celebrate & enjoy another FANTASTIC & down-right exciting weekend in the vibrant & electrifying city that never sleeps – the one & only Joburg!
From the young to the young at heart, there is something for absolutely everyone to enjoy this weekend in Joburg. Filled with tons of fun, fabulous moments, exciting events, bucket-list worthy experiences, thrilling adventures, and SO much more – It promises to be a Joburg weekend to remember!
To ensure you have the absolute BEST time, here are some of the top things to do in Joburg this weekend.
Weekend Events & Experience
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#A taste of Cape Wines at Ground Cru Summer Edition

- When: Saturday, 8 February 2025 & Sunday, 9 February 2025
- Where: Ground The Venue, Plot 19 Driefontein Rd, Muldersdrift
- Time: 11am (8 February 2025) – 7pm (9February 2025)
- Cost: R450 p/p per day (adults) | R100pp per day (kids u/18) | FREE: Kids u/3) | R1200 p/p per day (Boujee Boschendal experience) | **Includes: 1 x Branded Glass & Tastings at each of the Wine Stands
- Age requirement: ALL AGES!
- Contact details: 063 296 2274 | events@projectground.co.za
- Website: www.groundthevenue.com
- **Tickets: CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR TICKET / TICKETS NOW! | **LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE | **No tickets will be available at the door – GET YOUR ONLINE TICKETS ASAP!
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Ground Cru Summer Edition Brings a Taste of Cape Wine Elegance to Muldersdrift!


The Cape is coming & you DEFINITELY do not want to miss it! The Ground Cru Summer Edition returns to Muldersdrift this weekend for another fab food and wine celebration! Wine lovers can look forward to two sun-drenched days filled with Western Cape wine farm favourites, exquisite food & gorgeous views of the beautiful landscape at Ground the Venue!



What to expect from the Ground Cru Summer Edition
For two days, avid wine lovers, foodies & music enthusiasts alike get to sip on hand-selected wines from top vineyards, indulge in gourmet bites & enjoy incredible LIVE music that perfectly complements the sunny atmosphere! Each guest will receive a branded glass & access to tastings at each wine stand.






Parents, feel free to bring the kiddos along as well while you sip! There are tons of fun & exciting experiences & opportunities for entertainment with pony rides, jumping castles & face painting activities to keep the young ones busy.
Which participating wine farms can you look forward to at Ground Cru?

Expect to see & taste incredible wines from Franschhoek wineries including Mont Rochelle, Boschendal, Backsberg & Bellingham. The selection of wines from Stellenbosch wineries is wide & varied, with the inclusion of Saxenburg, Quoin Rock, Villiera Wines, Zorgvliet Wines & Jordan Wines.


Also set to make an appearance are Bombas Wines, Journey’s End, Fryer’s Cove Bamboes Bay, Perdeberg, Strandveld Vineyards, Da Luca, Doos., Vergelegen, Creation Wines, Cape Point Vineyards, Babylonstoren, Bee Conscious Organic Wines & Aerotude – IT TRULY IS ANY HEAD-OVER-HEELS WINE LOVER’S DREAM COME TRUE!

Elevate the Experience with the Boujee Boschendal Package
Guests of the Ground Cru wine tasting event can take their experience up a notch with the Boujee Boschendal package! The package can accommodate tables of 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 & 12 and offers shaded private space for each private table, a grazing platter, a private bar & waiter service, one bottle of Boschendal Bubbles per 4 guests, relaxed & comfortable seating, as well as access to ALL other areas and wine tastings – HOW GREAT IS THAT?
The grazing platter features truffle popcorn on arrival, along with a simply delightful selection of petite baguettes, brie & fig tartlets, ratatouille & goat’s cheese croquettes, crispy potato salad, braised leek pâté, mushroom vol-au-vents, marinated olives, confit tomatoes, various speciality cheese, seasonal fruit, and crème bruleé & pistachio cruffins – there’s something for absolutely EVRYONE to savour & enjoy!
**WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? THE GROUND CRU SUMMER EDITION IS A NOT-TO-BE-MISSED EVENT! **LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE – GET YOUR TICKETS ONLINE NOW!
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#Silent Disco!

- When: Friday, 7 February 2025
- Where: Olive ‘n Twist, Stepping Stones Shopping Center, 283 Honeydew Rd W, North Riding AH, Roodepoort, Johannesburg
- Time: 6pm – 11pm
- Cost: By enquiry
- **BOOK: Book by calling 0729216969 or via email at enquiries@silentdisco-sa.co.za
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GET READY FOR A NIGHT OF FUN, FOOD & DANCING!
Partake in an UNFORGETTABLE evening filled with great vibes, toe-tapping tunes, & dow-right delicious bites at the SILENT DISCO this Friday, the 7th of February 2025 at Olive ‘n Twist! Bring ALL your friends & family along & dance the night away together!
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#Jazz Journey presents an evening with Linda Sikhakhane

- When: Thursday, 6 February 2025
- Where: FreedomsKitchin Bedfordview, 24 Johnson Rd, Bedfordview, Germiston
- Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm
- Cost: From R350 p/p
- Contact details: jazzjourney@fhgroup.co.za
- Website: www.jazzjourneysa.com
- **Click HERE for more information & EVERYTHING you need to know about this not-to-be-missed event + any upcoming Jaz Journey events!
- **Tickets: CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR TICKET / TICKETS NOW!
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A one-of-a-kind event that gives you the incredible opportunity to savour & enjoy a sensational three-course meal, taste exceptional wine from three renowned Waterford Estate Wines & spend an unforgettable evening of music with a true South African star & legend.

This Thursday, take in an intimate evening with saxophonist, composer & 2022 Standard Bank Young Artist, Linda Sikhakhane! This is a unique opportunity to sit down, share stories & break bread with one of THE MOST LOVED SOUTH AFRICAN JAZZ MUSICIANS OF OUR TIME – AKA: LINDA SIKHAKHANE – in a recorded documentary setting. Dive deep into a candid conversation with Linda as he shares insights into his musical journey & the stories behind his art!
In this exclusive Jazz Journey session, Linda will delve into how his father’s love for traditional food shaped his own deep appreciation for African heritage & the culinary traditional foods it entails, all while discovering the rich flavors & stories that have influenced his life & art!
**Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with the widely beloved Linda Sikhakhane over the tastes & tales that have come to define him. Secure your tickets now for a journey through music, memory & meals! **GET YOUR TICKETS NOW & PREPARE FOR A NIGHT OF CULTURE,CUISINE & COMMUNITY!
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#Trinity Sports Triathlon, Duathlon & Open Water Swim

- When: Sunday, 9 February 2025
- Where: Ekurhuleni Municipal Park, Germiston Lake, Johannesburg
- Time: From 7am
- Cost: From R150 p/p to R645 p/p | R650 to R845 per team
- Contact details: For general queries & information contact info@trinitysports.co.za | 084 501 2712
- Website: www.trinitysports.co.za
- **Race age: ALL are welcome to enter the Trinity Sports sporting challenges | **The race an athlete may enter is automatically determined by their age on 31 December 2025
- **Click HERE for more information & EVERYTHING you need to know about the Trinity Sports Triathlon, Duathlon & Open Water Swim
- **BOOK / ENTER: CLICK HERE TO ENTER!
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Are you ready to challenge yourself?
One of the MOST DYNAMIC open water swimming, triathlon & duathlon events is back in Joburg this weekend with another thrilling edition of its exciting competition which sees many gather to participate in this EXHILIRATING race to the finish line! ALL are welcome to enter the Trinity Sports sporting challenges, with their inclusive design catering to various difficulty levels – making it an incredible fun challenge for EVERYONE!
“Trinity Sports triathlon, duathlon and open water swimming races offer athletes of all skill levels an opportunity to race. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned professional, we want to see you on the starting line!” – Trinity Sports
This ULTIMATE sporting event consists of a series of race categories to choose from ranging from standard, sprint triathlons & duathlons as well as the open water swimming events. All entrants are required to participate in races that qualify them according to their age. And, as with many triathlons, participants are advised to come prepared with all the necessary gear & equipment to ensure a seamless & enjoyable experience!
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#Soke: Celebrate Africa

- When: Sunday, 9 February 2025
- Where: Maracana, 58 Wierda Rd E, Wierda Valley, Sandton, Johannesburg
- Time: 1pm – 10pm
- Cost: From R100 p/p (general entry) | From R3000 (VIP Table packages)
- Website: www.untamedauthority.com
- **No U/18s!
- **DRESS CODE: TOUCH OF AFRICA!
- **TICKETS: CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR TICKET / TICKETS NOW!
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JOIN US FOR A VIBRANT CELEBRATION OF AFRICAN CULTURE AT SOKE! Immerse yourself in the rhythmic beats, rich flavors, good company & fashion inspired by the diverse heritage of Africa! The day is filled with African music, food, fashion & SO MUCH MORE!

A daytime event that promises a truly UNFORGETABBLE & VIBRANT experience, guests are encouraged to add a touch of African flair to their outfits & embrace the rich cultural tapestry that Soke celebrates!


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#Messy Play for Love Kids’ Workshop!

- When: Saturday, 8 February 2025
- Where: Prison Break Market, 10 MacMillan Rd, Glenferness AH, Johannesburg
- Time: 10am – 11am
- Cost: R180 per child aged 6 months to 6 years
- **BOOK: Book by calling 073 973 1838
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Kids can join Joyful Senses this weekend for a messy playdate full of love, laughter & TONS of colourful creativity!
The little ones get to dive into a world of squishy, sensory fun giving them the perfect opportunity to explore, create & celebrate love in the messiest (and most magical) way possible as they embrace the chaos, make memories & spread the love!
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#A day out at the Riversands Farm Village

- When: Sunday, 9 February 2025
- Where: Riversands Farm Village | Riversands Farm Village, Rose Road, Knopjeslaagte, Midrand, Johannesburg
- Time: 7am – 5pm
- Cost: FREE ENTRY!
- Contact details: 082 927 9675 | 083 663 5115 | events@riversands.co.za | info@riversandsfarm.co.za
- Website: www.riversandsfarm.co.za
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Riversands Farm Village is the ultimate place to chill on a Sunday!

Bring your friends, family & furry friends along for a relaxed day out in this beautiful environment surrounded by breathtaking nature everywhere you look!
Walk, run, or cycle along the spectacular trails which open at 7:15am, grab a deli coffee from the Coffee On Rose coffee spot that opens at 7am, enjoy AMAZING LIVE music from 1pm & SO MUCH MORE! Children are welcome to bring their bikes & balls to play with on the beautiful field space, PLUS, the Playscapes playground is also open for ALL sorts of kids’ adventures! Oh! And did we mention the market is dog-friendly!
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#A Rooftop Basketball Court Experience!

- When: **EVERY SATURDAY!
- Where: Rooftop Basketball Court, The Playground, 73 Juta St, Braamfontein, Johannesburg
- Time: Open from 11am – 10pm
- Cost: R100 p/p (general access)
- **No U/21s!
- **Tickets: Click HERE to get your ticket / tickets!
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Play Braamfontein’s Rooftop Basketball Saturdays OFFICIALLY makes its GRAND return this weekend in Joburg! Basketball lovers – from players to spectators – are invited into Southern Africa’s most ICONIC, first of its kind, 3v3 Rooftop Basketball Court for an unforgettable sport & drinks experience!
Visitors can have a drink & enjoy their access to THE rooftop viewing point of Joburg, getting to shoot some hoops in style from the city’s BEST view! The court is not just any court either! It elevates the basketball experience, being covered in an art design by local talent, African Ginger.
Visitors can also purchase ravishing & refreshing Hennessy cocktails & other drinks from the bar to wind down off the court!
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#Prison Break Market

- When: Tuesdays – Sundays
- Where: Cnr. Main & 10 MacMillan Road, Lachlan Rd, Glenferness AH, Midrand, Johannesburg
- Time: Tuesdays: Between 9am & 5pm | Wednesdays to Sundays: Between 9am to 9pm | **Note that the different sheds operate on different days & within different timeslots – Be sure to check the shed times online!
- Contact details: 082 522 1739 | info@prisonbreak.co.za
- Cost: ENTRACE IS FREE!
- **Extra Note: WE ARE A CASHLESS MARKET | ALL VENDORS HAVE CARD MACHINES | DOG FRIENDLY
- Website: www.prisonbreakmarket.co.za
- **Click HERE for EVERYTHING you need to know about the Prison Break Market!
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IT’S MARKET TIME!
This weekend, stop by the amazing Prison Break Market, the ULTIMATE combination of a pop-up market & a shopping centre!
This MUST-VISIT market has 7 unique sheds that all contribute a vast & wonderful diversity of unique offerings, giving you the opportunity to break free from your daily routines & experience a different & whole new world entirely, all under the stunning Sandton skyline!
Featured are a wide selection of crafter stalls, indulgent & appetizing artisanal foods, creative crockery painting & interactive photo experiences, a shed dedicated completely to distilling, brewing & fantastic wine tasting experiences + SO MUCH MORE!
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#Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu hits cinemas

- When: Running from Friday, 17 January 2025
- Where: The Bioscope Independent Cinema, 44 Stanley Ave, Milpark | Egrek Cinema, Parkhurst Square, 38 4th Ave, Parkhurst, Randburg | Ster Kinekor Brooklyn & Rosebank
- **Booking: Book at The Bioscope, Egrek Cinema or Ster Kinekor!
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Starting this weekend, cinemas across the province will begin screening the latest film from celebrated horror director Robert Eggers!
Eggers’ Nosferatu (2024) is yet another in a variety of films inspired by Bram Stoker’s Dracula. The film unfurls a gothic tale of obsession between a haunted young woman & the terrifying vampire infatuated with her, causing untold horror in its wake! **If you’re keen to do something laid-back, yet equally exciting, this weekend in Joburg – this is perfect for you!
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#Rosebank Sunday Market’s Dress for Less Sundays

- When: Every Sunday
- Where: Rosebank Mall | Rosebank Mall, 20 Baker St, Rosebank, Johannesburg
- Time: 9am – 4pm
- Cost: FREE!
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Stop by the first Rosebank Sunday Market of the year this weekend in Joburg!
As always, indulge in a vast selection of craft stalls, live music, kids’ entertainment & gourmet food traders inside Rosebank Mall, where the open rooftop parking space transforms into a world-class market every weekend! HOW INCREDIBLE IS THAT?!
This Sunday, the 12th of January 2025, marks another edition of their ‘Dress for Less Sundays’ – Expect pre-loved fashion treasures at unbeatable prices, unique vintage finds for fashion enthusiasts, a sustainable shopping experience for eco-conscious shoppers & TONS of amazing deals for bargain hunters!
DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS EPIC ONE-OF-A-KIND MARKET EXPERIENCE!!
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#Enjoy a Sundowner @ The City Beach Club

The weekend is officially here – making it the absolute BEST time to kick-back, relax & enjoy a sensational sundowner at the first-ever City Beach Club in Joburg! Located right in the heart of one of the coolest neighbourhoods in Joburg, Braamfontein – or ‘Braam’ as it’s affectionately known by Joburg locals – The Play Braam Precinct’s sexy new Rooftop City Beach Club has certainly shaken up the Joburg rooftop bar scene – in all the best ways of course – with its recent grand debut. While it may be the new ‘kid’ on the ‘Joburg rooftop bar block’, this chic Mediterranean-inspired beach club has fast become one of the HOTTEST spots to be and be seen in Jozi’s inner city!
Said to be wild, sandy (yes, literally), and sophisticated, you’ll instantly be transported to a cool coastal paradise the second you step through the beach club doors and onto their sandy beach floors.

Simply sit back and relax as you bask in your new-found beachy rooftop bliss, soak up all the glorious Joburg sunshine, and sink your toes into the sand with a signature cocktail in hand – could it possibly get any better? Well, hold on tight, because it just might! Paired with spectacular sweeping views of the striking Joburg skyline, it will truly feel like you’ve escaped to your own slice of beach paradise right here in the heart of Johannesburg!
This unique venue offers a one-of-a-kind experience, combining the relaxed ambiance of a beach club with the lively energy of a bustling city. The City Beach Club is the ultimate place to unwind and embrace the vibrant rhythm of the city – a true cultural melting pot in every way.
- Location: 68 Juta Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg
- Contact details: 060 793 6107 | info@playbraamfontein.co.za
- Website: www.playbraamfontein.co.za
- Facebook: @Play Braamfontein
- Instagram: @Playbraam
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