Travis Scott, Wine, Art and Digital Creativity: Top Things to Do in Joburg This Weekend (10 – 12 October 2025)

Johannesburg is alive again this weekend, pulsing with music, art, design and spring energy. Whether you’re planning to dance under the stars, sip local wines, or explore the city’s creative corners, there’s no shortage of inspiration from 10 to 12 October.

Travis Scott Brings His Circus Maximus World Tour to Joburg

Global superstar Travis Scott is taking over FNB Stadium this Friday for one explosive night on his Circus Maximus World Tour. Presented by Castle Lite Unlocks, this marks the hitmaker’s long-awaited return to South Africa and fans are ready.

Expect next-level visuals, signature energy and an atmosphere that’ll have Nasrec shaking.

Cost: R685pp to R6320pp
When: Friday, 11 October | Doors open at 4pm
Where: FNB Stadium, Soccer City Ave, Nasrec
Book: Ticketmaster

Joburg fans are already hyping the show online, with many calling it “the concert of the year.”

Hennessy Back To The City Festival

Hip-hop heads, this one’s for you. Hennessy Back To The City returns to Mary FitzGerald Square with a fiery lineup celebrating local and international talent. The 2025 edition features Lupe Fiasco as the headliner, alongside Cassper Nyovest, A-Reece, Big Zulu, Emtee, Maglera Doe Boy, Brother Kupa, Mfana Touchline, 25k, and Loatinover Pounds.

This year’s Heritage Moment Legends Celebration will honour M’du and Tuks, two icons who helped define South Africa’s hip-hop identity.

Cost: R200 to R500 (General) | R1500 to R2500 (VIP) | R10000 to R30000 (VIP Tables)
When: Saturday, 11 October from 12pm
Where: Mary FitzGerald Square, Newtown
Book: Webtickets

A celebration of rhythm, culture and creative rebellion this festival remains a Joburg institution.

Fak’ugesi Festival: Power Surge

Joburg’s tech and creative scenes collide at Fak’ugesi 2025: #PowerSurge, running all week in Braamfontein. This year’s theme is all about “taking control of the grid,” empowering Africa’s next generation of digital creators.

Expect immersive exhibitions, workshops, family-friendly showcases and digital storytelling that pushes the boundaries of innovation.

Cost: From R50pp
When: 7 to 12 October | Public programme: Thursday, 9 October (8:30am – 4:30pm), Friday & Saturday (8am – 5pm), Sunday (8am – 2pm)
Where: Origins Centre & Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct, Braamfontein
Book: Quicket

It’s tech with a pulse and the heart of it beats right here in Joburg.

Design Week South Africa

After making waves last year, Design Week South Africa returns to shine a light on the people and ideas shaping our everyday spaces. From pop-ups and exhibitions to workshops and talks, expect creativity to spill out across the city.

Cost: Mostly free (some events may require RSVP)
When: 9 to 12 October | Various times
Where: Various venues across Johannesburg

With curations by Watershed and Twyg, this year’s theme explores sustainable and heritage-inspired design a true showcase of local brilliance.

Africa Textile Talks: Joburg Edition

As part of Design Week, Africa Textile Talks takes over 44 Stanley Avenue with a celebration of African fashion, craftsmanship and sustainable design.

Highlights include the Threads of Renewal II exhibition by Tandekile Mkize, and Saturday’s panel discussions featuring Sheli Masondo (Shaka iLembe costume designer), Khensani Mohlatlole, Tertius Schoeman and Wacy Zacarias, exploring how traditional knowledge can drive the future of fashion.

Cost: Talks – R50pp | Exhibition & Book Talk – Free
When: 9 to 12 October | Talks: Saturday, 11 October (10am – 1:30pm)
Where: The Bioscope & The Library, 44 Stanley
Book: Quicket

The weekend wraps up with a free Sunday book talk perfect for slow living and good conversation.

Pamper with Purpose at Mowana Spa

Need a little mid-October reset? The African Rejuvenation Full Day Pamper Journey at Mowana Spa offers pure bliss and it’s for a good cause.

R200 from every booking supports PinkDrive, funding breast cancer awareness and mobile health services across South Africa. Guests also receive a PinkDrive goodie bag.

Cost: R1999pp
When: 1 to 31 October | Wednesday to Sunday
Where: Mowana Spa, Indaba Hotel, Fourways
Book: [email protected]

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