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Win a treasure-hunting weekend in Rosebank with The Firs Antique Fair (August 2025)

24 Jul 2025
Love the thrill of the find? Spend a weekend soaking up the sights, tastes, and luxuries of Rosebank, and cap it off at The Firs Antique Fair – South Africa’s longest-running tabletop fair, and a paradise for lovers of beautiful things. 

Now settled in its stylish new home at The Firs, this fair brings together over 35 top dealers from across the country, offering everything from museum-worthy porcelain and glittering jewellery to rare collectables, decorative treasures, and curious objects with a story. To celebrate, Johannesburg In Your Pocket is giving you the chance to win a luxe, treasure-hunting weekend in Rosebank – complete with delicious dining, pampering, and the ultimate Sunday of shopping for antiques with your voucher, on the first weekend of August 2025.

How to enter

The competition is running on Johannesburg In Your Pocket's Instagram page here and on our Facebook page here. To enter, comment on the post and tag the person you'll take along with you if you win.

Entrants must be following @johannesburginyourpocket, @antique_fair_rosebank, @54onbath_hotel, @chunky_chau_restaurant, and @matis_rosebank on Instagram to qualify. Find the full Ts&Cs below. 

The winner will be contacted via DM on Mon, Jul 28, 2025.

What you stand to win

Here’s what one lucky winner will walk away with in The Firs Antique Fair competition with Johannesburg In Your Pocket. The prize includes a R4,000 voucher to spend at The Firs Antique Fair, an overnight stay for two at 54 on Bath hotel worth R7,300, a meal at Chunky Chau restaurant worth R2,000, and facials for two at Matis worth R960 each. The total prize is valued at R15,220.

1. R4,000 TO SPEND AT THE FIRS ANTIQUE FAIR
All kinds of wonderful things at The Firs Antique Fair. Photo: Antique Fair Rosebank via Instagram.

The Firs Antique Fair is South Africa’s longest-running tabletop fair and a treasure trove for collectors and curious browsers alike. Now held in Rosebank at The Firs (its new home after many years at Nelson Mandela Square), the fair takes place on the first Sunday of every month from 10:00 – 16:00.

Expect everything from fine furniture and vintage homeware to decorative arts and collectable memorabilia, all presented by top dealers from across the region.

As part of The Firs Antique Fair competition, the lucky winner will receive a R4,000 voucher to spend at the fair on Sun, Aug 3, 2025.

T&Cs apply: The voucher is only valid on the day of the fair, is not redeemable for cash, and no change will be given.

2. AN OVERNIGHT STAY AT 54 ON BATH HOTEL
Inside the Deluxe Room at 54 on Bath. Photo: Supplied.

54 on Bath offers a serene, stylish escape just steps from the buzz of Rosebank. Once known as The Grace Hotel, this contemporary boutique gem underwent a R52 million transformation, featuring sleek interiors and a striking photography collection that celebrates Johannesburg. 54 on Bath is also known for its Level Four restaurant, rooftop and terrace bar, and excellent afternoon tea offering. 

The lucky winner of The Firs Antique Fair competition will enjoy a luxurious overnight stay for two in a Deluxe Room (King Bed) and breakfast the next morning, worth R7,300.

T&Cs apply: The stay is valid for the night of Sat, Aug 2, 2025 – the night before The Firs Antique Fair on Sun, Aug 3, 2025.

3. LUNCH OR DINNER AT CHUNKY CHAU RESTAURANT
Enjoy a meal at Chunky Chau. Photo: Chunky Chau via Instagram.

Chunky Chau at The Firs in Rosebank is a stylish spot perfect for a relaxed lunch or an evening out. Known for its pan-Asian menu, you’ll find everything from flavour-packed dim sum and noodles to fresh poke bowls, fragrant curries, and zingy salads.

As part of The Firs Antique Fair competition, the lucky winner will receive a R2,000 meal voucher for two to enjoy the full Chunky Chau experience.

Ts&Cs apply: The voucher is valid for Sat, Aug 2 or Sun, Aug 3, 2025.

4. PAMPER SESSION AT MATIS INSTITUTE
Get pampered at Matis Institute branch at The Firs. Photo: The Firs Shopping Cnetre via Instagram.

Matis Institute in Rosebank is the South African flagship of the renowned Matis International skincare brand. Known for its serene setting, Matis offers personalised body and skincare treatments tailored to your needs.

As part of The Firs Antique Fair competition, the lucky winner will receive two complimentary 90-minute serum facials, valued at R960 each. 

Ts&Cs apply: The voucher is valid for Sat, Aug 2 or Sun, Aug 3, 2025.

COMPETITION Ts&Cs
— This competition takes place on Instagram.
— Posts from private accounts are not eligible. 
— You must be following @johannesburginyourpocket, @antique_fair_rosebank, @54onbath_hotel, @chunky_chau_restaurant, and @matis_rosebank to enter. 
— Entrants must be 18 years or older and living in Johannesburg or surrounds to claim the prize.
— Entrants must be available to make use of the prize on the weekend of Sat, Aug 2 – Sun, Aug 3, 2025. 
— No parts of this prize are transferrable or redeemable for cash.
— The winner selected is final, and no correspondence will be entered into.

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