Your Ultimate Guide to What’s On in Joburg This Weekend: 18 to 20 July 2025

From LEGO F1 racing and Mandela Day magic to soulful concerts, winter wine walks, and spectacular theatre, this weekend in Johannesburg has it all.

As the school holidays wind down and Mandela Day energises the city, Joburg is bursting with things to do that are equal parts joyful and meaningful. Whether you’re in the mood for family fun, a festive foodie outing, world-class theatre, or a moment to give back, we’ve rounded up the best local events for 18 to 20 July 2025.

Build, Race, Repeat: LEGO® F1® at Sandton City

The centre court of Sandton City has transformed into a Formula 1 dream for LEGO lovers. Kids can design their own race cars, take part in interactive track challenges, and win some thrilling prizes. Best of all? It’s completely free.

 Where: Sandton City
 When: Daily until 6 August

Worlds Away Circus Returns to Randburg

Get ready for aerialists, acrobats, and jaw-dropping theatrics. Worlds Away: A Journey to Circusland kicks off a new season at The Cirk, following a young star’s epic quest to rediscover his lost sparkle. Audiences are in for a dazzling ride.

From: R180 (20% off on 19 & 20 July via Koid)
Where: The Cirk at Cresta Shopping Centre
When: Starts 19 July at 6pm

Joey Rasdien Brings the Laughs

Need a laugh to thaw those winter blues? Catch comedy legend Joey Rasdien unpacking therapy, Gen Z trauma, and existential mid-life musings in his one-man show Jokers in July.

Cost: R120
Where: Emperors Palace, Kempton Park
When: Saturday, 19 July at 8pm

Mandela Day Walk & Northgate Road Race

Join the Mandela Day Walk/Run from the iconic DP World Wanderers Stadium or head north for the Northgate Road Race on Sunday. Whether you’re in it to compete or just soak up the vibes, both events are a celebration of movement and unity.

Where:

• Mandela Day Walk/Run: Wanderers Stadium, Illovo

• Northgate Race: Entrance 4, Northgate Shopping Centre

When:

• Saturday, 19 July (Walk/Run)

• Sunday, 20 July (Road Race)

Cost: From R10

Soweto Gospel Choir x MÖRDA

Mandela Day gets an electric soundtrack as the Soweto Gospel Choir teams up with MÖRDA for Bassline Live. This house-meets-gospel fusion will raise the roof at Gold Reef City—and support the Nelson Mandela Foundation.

 Where: The Lyric Theatre, Gold Reef City
When: Friday, 18 July from 8pm
 Cost: From R350

Christmas in July: Two Ways to Celebrate

• Fairlawns Festive Feast: A gourmet three-course Christmas in July dinner with wine pairings, log fires, and live music.
  Where:  Fairlawns Boutique Hotel | From R1080pp | 18–21 July

• Parkhurst Wine Walk: Sip fine wine along Parkhurst’s trendy 4th Avenue in a stylish high street celebration.
  Where: 4th Avenue, Parkhurst | From R350 | Saturday, 19 July

Theatre & Culture Highlights

• Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Montecasino kicks off a new run, starring Dylan Janse Van Rensburg.

• Where: Pieter Toerien Theatre | From R200 | From 19 July

• The Moon Looks Delicious From Here tells a moving story of immigration and belonging, set to music by Bongeziwe Mabandla.
  Where: Market Theatre | From R140 | Until 27 July

• Sister Act Quartet classical concert brings Mozart, Beethoven and more to St Stithians.
  Where: Sandton | R250 | Sunday, 20 July at 3pm

Craft with Purpose: Knit-in Cinema

Bring your needles and a warm heart to The Bioscope’s Knit-in Cinema screening of Four Weddings and a Funeral. Create handmade items for new moms in need through The Baby Box Project.

Where: The Bioscope, 44 Stanley
When: Sunday, 20 July at 12pm
Cost: R84.50

Holiday Fun for the Kiddos

• Melrose Arch Winter Playground: Ice rink, obstacle course, face painting and more until 20 July.
  Where: Melrose Arch | R70–R140

• Night Market at Harvest Place: Street food, crafts, live music and kids’ entertainment.
  Where: Kempton Park | Free | Friday, 18 July

Mandela Day Acts of Kindness

• Ladles of Love at Kyalami Convention Centre: Volunteer your time and feed a child for a month.
  Where: Midrand | R250–R1000 | Friday, 18 July

• Goethe-Institut Launch: Africa-Europe Cultural Partnerships
  Join the cultural conversation on heritage, art, and sustainable collaboration.
  Where:  Constitution Hill | Free | Friday, 18 July

Bonus Treats

• Sol de Janeiro Masterclass at Edgars Sandton: Learn fragrance layering and body care secrets with beauty specialists.
  Where: Edgars, Sandton City | R400 | 18–19 July

• Woodlands Spa Christmas in July Promo: Take 15% off your half-day treatment.
  Where: Muldersdrift | Valid through July

A Weekend for Every Kind of Joburger

Whether you’re celebrating Mandela Day, chasing circus thrills, indulging in festive feasts, or simply enjoying a walk through your city, Joburg has something special in store this weekend. See you out there!

Source:WhatsoninJoburg

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