Welcome to Johannesburg, a city bursting with energy and a vibrant spirit. Joburg offers an array of exciting activities and experiences for everyone, whether you're new to the city (check out our list of best Joburg tours and experiences) or a nature admirer (visit Joburg's most beautiful parks). If you love to shop for unusual items, see our round-up of Joburg's best markets.
Joburg's galleries are always active, with new shows opening weekly. You can read our exhibitions guide here. If you're a jazz lover, check out our list of places to listen to jazz in Joburg. For movie lovers, there are many cinemas in the city, plus stage productions including ballet, theatre, and opera if that's your style. And if you have kids or want to find family-friendly activities (check out our fun Gauteng attractions for families guide), there are plenty of options from which to choose.
For a full guide to what’s on in Joburg, explore our events calendar and subscribe to our weekly newsletter published every Thursday morning. Follow us on Instagram, where we publish daily updates on events in our Instagram stories.
Note: While we update this information regularly, Johannesburg is an ever-changing city, so make sure to click on links, follow our booking advice, and if in doubt, call ahead, as venues do not always communicate changes.
Our top picks for the week ahead (Thu, Mar 5 – Wed, Mar 11, 2026)
Thu, Feb 26 – Thu, Mar 19 – Experience the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra’s Summer Symphony Season at the Linder Auditorium, where timeless classical works meet exceptional guest talent.Sat, Feb 28 – Sun, Mar 15 – See a life-size LEGO Technic Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 roar into Sandton City and put your pedal to the plastic with build zones, racing ramps, and reflex challenges.
Until Thu, Mar 5 – Explore the rule-breaking world of South African teen girls in A Howl in Makhanda, a powerful theatre experience blending Plath, Cobain, Ginsberg, and original writing in collaboration with PopArt at the Joburg Theatre.
Thu, Mar 5 – Settle in for an intimate music experience as Zoë Modiga brings her sound to Untitled Basement, with an exclusive album listening session and an acoustic set, in Braamfontein. (Tickets are only available at the door.)
Sat, Mar 7 – Tue, Mar 10 – Shake things up at AJABU Cocktail & Spirits Festival as tastings, panels, pop-ups, and guest shifts take over top cocktail bars across Joburg.
Sat, Mar 7 – Celebrate International Women’s Day by lifting strong and building confidence with Socially Gathering at a social, guided weight training session, followed by post-workout coffee to toast women and community at Gold’s Gym Sandton.
Sat, Mar 7 – Blend, layer, and craft your signature scent at the Create Your Own Perfume Workshop at Studio Artwave, 44 Stanley, and take home a perfume that’s 100% you.
Sat, Mar 7 – Celebrate proudly South African sounds and community as KUNYE unites artists and fans for a global-minded music gathering at Huddle Park, Linksfield.
Sun, Mar 8 – Lace up for the Zoo Trot at Joburg Zoo! Enjoy a 5km run or walk through the sounds and sights of the wild.
Sun, Mar 8 – True-crime fans, this one’s for you. Join the Johannesburg Heritage Foundation for a chilling bus tour through Joburg’s criminal past where murder mysteries, infamous kidnappings, and gangster hideouts await.
Sun, Mar 8 – Joburg’s ultimate thrift fashion hunt is back at Design Quarter, Fourways. Browse vintage and designer finds, and one-of-a-kind accessories at the Thrift Fashion Fair.
Until Sun, Mar 8 – Feel the frame at the 8th edition of the Joburg Film Festival as over 60 powerful African and international films, red-carpet premieres, and filmmaker Q&As light up cinemas across Johannesburg.
Ongoing – Relive movie magic with Ster-Kinekor’s Throwback Cinema. High-octane thrills, iconic rom-coms, and chilling classics hit the big screen for just R50.
Hot tickets
Thu, Mar 19 – Sun, Mar 22 – Big swings meet big beats as Calvin Harris, Black Coffee, GoldFish, and more turn LIV Golf South Africa into a four-day festival of world-class golf and dancefloor energy at Steyn City.
Fri, Mar 20 – Sun, Mar 22 – Experience a weekend of classical brilliance at the UJ Autumn Classical Music Weekend at Keorapetse William Kgositsile Theatre at UJ's Art Centre with sparkling opera favourites, South African premieres, and performances by the UJ Choir, Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra, and star soloists.
Sat, Mar 21 – Soak up smooth jazz, live performances, and nature as Malcolm Jiyani, Msaki, and more take over Jazz in the Lights at the Joburg Zoo in Parkview.
Tue, Mar 24 – Wed, Mar 25 – Celebrate 25 years of South Africa’s creative economy at Making It! 2026 in Kramerville, where makers, crafters, and designers lead practical workshops, masterclasses, and panel discussions.
Thu, Mar 26 – Sun, Mar 29 – Four days of powerful conversations, art, film, music, and activism unfold at the Constitution Hill Human Rights Festival, where social justice, inclusion, and creativity take centre stage at Constitution Hill.
Sat, Mar 28 – Sun, Mar 29 – There's handmade finds, local design, and tasty treats as The Linden Market kicks off its autumn edition at the Johannesburg Botanical Gardens.
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