The first weekend of the month in Joburg – First Thursday and other firsts

31 Jul 2024

Gather your friends to Mother-In-Law for Fruity Rendezvous' quiz night. Photo: Mother-In-Law via Instagram.

Keyes Art Night is filled with art and music. Photo: Keyes Art Night.

Fancy a new drink to try this first Thursday, head over to Smoking Kills. Photo: Smoking Kills via Instagram.

The first week of the month is always a busy one in Joburg, and several places have recurring events to help you celebrate that salary in style. Here are all the events you can add to your calendar to make sure you're kickstarting your month right.

First Thursday, Aug 1, 2024

From 17:00 – All the naughty kids gather at Detention Radio’s Night School at Bad Manors with a fun line-up of DJs.
From 17:00 – Keyes Art Mile's galleries and restaurants stay open late to bring you Keyes Art Night with new exhibitions, free doodle classes, music, an art quiz, and so much more⁠.
From 17:30 – DJ Hübsch and Acid Food & Wine Bar are set to spice up your Thursday with food and beats for a night that'll make your taste buds and feet dance.
From 18:00 – Become an artist this First Thursday with the Wine & Create Social Club at Artwave Studio at 44 Stanley.
From 18:00 – Play Braam extends its hours for a First Thursday full of tasty food and drinks, local art, and labels.
From 18:00 – Celebrate the start of Women’s Month at Weed Lovers Market on Loveday with an evening of creativity, featuring art, live music, vibrant fashion, and all things cannabis culture.
From 19:00 – Origin Art's popular art quiz separates the Van Goghs from the Van Nobodies at Keyes Art Night.
From 19:00 – Forget Dry July at Smoking Kills First Thursday; the only thing dying is your inhibitions, with producer/DJ DRVGGS spinning the decks and drink specials flowing.
From 19:00 – Rally your squad and flex that big brain muscle in a battle of wits at Fruity Rendezvous' quiz night at Mother-In-Law for their limited series of quiz nights.

Your first weekend sorted – August 2024

Sat, Aug 3 from 09:00 – Brooklyn's Antique Fair is a trove of trinkets and treasures, a bit of a drive to Pretoria but always worth it.
Sun, Aug 4 from 09:00 – Revamp your wardrobe at Rosebank Sunday Market's Dress for Less section. Discover pre-loved clothing and accessories, from vintage to modern chic, all at a fraction of the cost.
Sun, Aug 4 from 10:00 – Nelson Mandela Square becomes a hunting ground for unusual collectables and other little treasures at the Nelson Mandela Square Antiques Fair.
Sun, Aug 4 from 10:00 – Wrap up your weekend at First Sundays at Victoria Yards, recently named one of the top 10 best markets in the world for 2024. Enjoy fashion, food, and immersive art experiences, including art walkabouts and fun doodling workshops.