Gauteng residents looking for something to do this weekend have no shortage of entertainment options. From free music festivals and major live performances to Father’s Day celebrations and cultural events, the province’s event calendar is packed with activities between 20 and 21 June 2026.

Johannesburg’s Constitution Hill will host the 14th annual Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival from 24 to 27 June 2026, bringing together music, film, entrepreneurship, poetry, heritage and youth-focused dialogue as South Africa commemorates 50 years since the 1976 Soweto Uprising.

Father’s Day 2026 is fast approaching, and Gauteng is offering a packed calendar of events for families looking to celebrate the dads and father figures in their lives. From live music concerts and family markets to vintage car showcases, trail runs and outdoor festivals, there is no shortage of ways to spend quality time together across the province.

From Soweto commemorations and the 76 Hours in Soweto programme to concerts, theatre productions and heritage attractions, here is your guide to spending the Youth Day 2026 long weekend in Gauteng.