Myths, catwalks and afro-house: 8 ways to fill your Joburg weekend

The things to do in Joburg this weekend start with a runway on Friday evening and finish with a Christmas market in Sandton on Sunday. In between, Saturday brings kotas, afro-house, wellness and a garden concert. Here are eight picks, with the times, prices and locations you need to plan your days, Joburg Etc reports.

1. Take a front-row seat on the Soweto runway

Soweto Fashion Week takes over the Blue Theatre at Soweto Theatre on Friday and Saturday evenings, with shows starting at 18:00. General admission costs R150 and VIP costs R600, according to Getaway.

Picture: Soweto Fashion Week / Website

• Location: Blue Theatre, Soweto Theatre, Jabulani
• Times: Friday, 6 November and Saturday, 7 November | from 18:00
• Tickets: R150 (general) | R600 (VIP) via Webtickets

2. Descend into an ancient myth before lunch

Why Myth Matters at the Origins Centre is a Saturday morning of storytelling built around the Sumerian myth of Inanna’s descent and the San story of Starwoman. The session is an experiential retelling, so come ready to join in.

Picture: www.circlesofstories.com/

• Location: Origins Centre, Wits University Braamfontein Campus West
• Times: Saturday, 7 November | 09:00
• Cost: R300 to R450
• Contact: [email protected] | +27 83 316 9312
• Online: circlesofstories.com

3. Queue up for Gauteng’s favourite township sandwich

A kota is bread stuffed with chips, egg and polony, and the Tembisa Kota Festival brings vendors from around Gauteng to Esselen Park for a family day out. Arrive hungry.

Picture: computicket-boxoffice.com

• Location: Transnet School of Rail, Esselen Park, Tembisa
• Times: Saturday, 7 November | from 10:00
• Tickets: R200 (adults) | R150 (students) | R110 (children) via Computicket

4. Move, breathe and talk it out in the south

Motherkind makes its PowerHER Fit Fest debut on Saturday, a full day of movement, conversation and rest presented with Investec and Dis-Chem. The programme includes celebrity workouts, guided breathwork and talks from Nandi Madida and TK Louw. An after party follows, with live sets from Lady Zamar, Kayzia, Ayanda MVP, Lady Lea and Indigo.

• Location: The Chosen Convention & Expo Centre, 23 Summit Drive, Rispark, Johannesburg South
• Times: Saturday, 7 November | 11:00 to 21:00
• Online: motherkindco.co.za

5. Let DJ Shimza set the afro-house tempo

Kunye Jozi XI returns to Huddle Park with DJ Shimza, the mind behind the festival, and a line-up of South African and international acts. The event is cashless, so load your card or phone before you leave home.

Picture: kunye.howler.co.za

• Location: Huddle Park, Club Street, Linksfield
• Times: Saturday, 7 November | 12:00 to 22:00
• Tickets: From R600 | R1 000 to R1 250 (bundles) | R1 750 to R2 000 (tables) via Howler

6. Let Msaki soundtrack your afternoon in the garden

The Sunset Music Series brings Msaki and rising singer Thando Zide to the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden in Roodepoort. Pack sunscreen and a hat, because the programme runs through the afternoon in the open air.

• Location: Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden, Malcolm Road, Poortview, Roodepoort
• Times: Saturday, 7 November | 13:00 to 17:00
• Tickets: From R195 via Webtickets

7. Sing along against corruption in New Doornfontein

The Ngeke! Festival returns for a second year with a free evening of live music at The Nest. Ngeke means ‘never’ in isiZulu, and the line-up includes Nomfundo Moh, The Brother Moves On and Xtreem Makhayeni. The festival partners with Corruption Watch, and its 2025 debut drew more than 600 people to Constitution Hill.

Picture: ngeke.co.za

• Location: The Nest, 39 Voorhout Street, New Doornfontein
• Times: Saturday, 7 November | 18:00 to 23:00
• Cost: Free | register online
• Online: ngeke.co.za

8. Get a festive head start in Sandton

The St David’s Marist Inanda annual Christmas Market happens on Sunday, with more than 120 artisan makers, food and drink stalls and live music. The market raises funds for local charities, and dogs are not allowed.

• Location: St David’s Marist Inanda, 36 Rivonia Road, Sandown, Sandton
• Times: Sunday, 8 November | 09:00 to 14:00
• Cost: Free
• Contact: 011 215 7600
• Online: stdavids.co.za

Ticket prices and times can change, so check each event page before you head out. Enjoy the weekend, Joburg Etc family.

Bonus: Where the cows still roam free 

Irene Dairy Farm in Centurion has been a working farm since 1895 and it sits between Pretoria and Johannesburg. It makes an easy day out for families, with large gardens, a jungle gym, tractor displays and roaming cows.

The Dairy Shop sells certified raw milk produced on the farm, alongside cheeses, cakes and rusks. The Deck and the Barn Restaurant both serve breakfast and lunch, and the Barn, set in one of the original farm barns, runs breakfast and lunch buffets every weekend.

The farm also hosts the Irene Farm Rooted Night Market, a family-friendly evening market with free entry. Parking must be booked in advance through Quicket, and the November date is still to be confirmed.

• Location: Irene Farm, 1 Nellmapius Road, Irene, Centurion
• Times: Farm and Dairy Shop, 08:00 to 18:00 | Barn Restaurant, Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00 | Saturday and Sunday, 08:00 to 16:00
• Date: Night market date to be confirmed
• Cost: Night market entry is free | Parking from R50 via Quicket
• Contact: +27 12 667 2326

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