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What’s happening in Sandton this week: Business by day, social by night

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January 26, 2026

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Where business cards meet picnic baskets

If Sandton ever needed proof that it can juggle suits and sunshine at the same time, this week is it. Late January into early February 2026 brings a packed calendar that moves easily from early morning networking to lazy picnics, rooftop drinks, theatre nights, and big comedy names.

This is the kind of week that reminds you why Sandton remains one of Johannesburg’s busiest social hubs. There is always something happening, and it is rarely just one thing.

Power breakfasts and big ideas

The week kicks off with a strong business focus. Suits & Sneakers RISE 2026 takes over The Tryst in Kramerville on Tuesday morning, 27 January. The concept has become familiar to regulars on the Sandton networking circuit. Smart casual dress, motivational talks, and a room full of entrepreneurs and professionals swapping ideas before most people have finished their first coffee.

Property remains another hot topic. The Be Prosperous Property Seminar runs at the Radisson Blu Hotel Sandton from Friday, 30 January, continuing into Saturday. These sessions are aimed at anyone curious about building long-term wealth through property, a conversation that continues to trend locally as interest rates, rentals, and urban development remain hotly debated online.

Picnics, patios, and after-work plans

On the social side, the Sunday Society Picnic at The Maslow Sandton sets the tone. With its Sparkle in the Sun theme, sequins, and metallics, it leans into Sandton’s love for curated outdoor experiences. Expect live music, dressed-up picnic baskets, and a crowd that treats Sunday as an event, not a recovery day.

Friday afternoons belong to The Get Down at Maracanà Sandton. It is an after-work ritual for many locals. Food, drinks, heaters, and DJs turn the end of the workweek into a slow build towards the weekend. Maracanà also carries the energy into Saturday night with more club-style events, keeping Sandton’s nightlife pulse steady.

Theatre, jazz, and comedy in the mix

Sandton’s cultural calendar holds its own this week. Theatre on the Square hosts Nobody Told Me, a new play by Luc Albinski directed by Ilina Perianova, opening on Wednesday evening. Lunch hour audiences can also catch a performance by B Sharp Music Academy on Friday afternoon, a reminder that theatre is not only a nighttime affair.

Live jazz and comedy meet at Kings Kraal in Bryanston on Wednesday night, with Trevor Gumbi, Celeste Ntuli, and the Kings Kraal Band sharing the stage. It is the kind of lineup that usually sparks plenty of chatter on social media afterwards, especially when comedy and live music collide.

Fresh Baked Comedy brings its interactive improv show, It’s a Date!, to the DAVINCI Hotel and Suites on Friday night, offering something lighter and more participatory for those who like their comedy unpredictable.

Music lovers and sports fans are covered, too

House heads can look forward to House Your Sunday Vol. 3 at Beer Park Sandton on Sunday afternoon, featuring deep and soulful sounds from DJ Christos and Ralf GUM. These daytime house events have built loyal followings, especially among crowds who prefer dancing in daylight.

Sports fans are not left out. South Africa versus West Indies at the DP World Wanderers Stadium on Saturday evening adds an extra buzz to the area, with traffic, jerseys, and pre-match drinks becoming part of the wider Sandton atmosphere.

Looking ahead into early February

Early February keeps the momentum going. Riaad Moosa brings his Best Medicine comedy show to Hotel Sky Sandton on 7 February, a date already being shared widely by fans who know his shows sell quickly. The same day also offers a softer option with Motherkind Yoga and Brunch at Embassy Towers, pairing wellness with good food.

The constant favourites

Between events, Sandton City and Nelson Mandela Square remain reliable anchors for shopping and dining, whether you are killing time between meetings or stretching a night out into dinner. Theatre on the Square continues its run of local productions, while regular runners and walkers stick to routines like the Sandton Time Trial on Wednesdays and myrun Sandton on Sundays at George Lea Park.

A quick local tip

With so much happening, tickets do move fast. Regulars recommend checking platforms like Quicket or Howler close to the event for final availability and exact times. Sandton weeks like this reward planners, but they also leave room for spontaneous nights out if you move quickly.