Things To Do In Gauteng This Weekend: Events From 9 To 11 October 2026
Gauteng residents and visitors have a range of events to choose from between Friday, 9 October and Sunday, 11 October 2026, including music festivals, theatre productions, family activities, cultural performances and community gatherings. Events are scheduled across Johannesburg, Soweto, Pretoria, Midrand, Boksburg, Vanderbijlpark and other parts of the province, with some offering free entry and others charging from R30. The weekend programme includes Back to the City Festival, Rooted Fest, a matric prayer service and several family events.
The listings cover performances, concerts, outdoor activities and community events taking place across the 3 days.
Here is the updated Gauteng weekend guide, with event dates, venues and ticket prices from the supplied Webtickets listings.
Friday, 9 October: Theatre, Music And Live Performances
Sediba Sa Banna Honouring Bomme
Sediba Sa Banna Honouring Bomme takes place at Soweto Theatre on Friday evening.
Date: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 18:00 Venue: Gibson Kente Theatre at Soweto Theatre Tickets: Free entry, booking essential
Gighub Midrand Shutdown
Gighub Midrand Shutdown is scheduled at Louisville Resort in Midrand.
Date: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 15:00 Venue: Louisville Resort, Midrand Tickets: R100 to R250
U&Me: At The Theatre
U&Me: At The Theatre is listed at Artistry in Sandton, with performances beginning on Friday.
Date: From Friday, 9 October 2026 at 18:00 Venue: Artistry, 22 Fredman Drive, Sandown, Sandton Tickets: R280 to R360
Saturday, 10 October: Festivals, Family Activities And Cultural Events
Back To The City Festival 2026
Back to the City Festival takes place at Mary Fitzgerald Square in Newtown, Johannesburg, on Saturday.
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 from 12:00 Venue: Mary Fitzgerald Square, Newtown Park, Johannesburg Tickets: R200 to R1 000
Tebza Tobetsa’s 5th Annual RnB & Soul All White Picnic
The annual RnB and Soul picnic takes place at Credo Mutwa Cultural Village in Soweto.
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 11:00 Venue: Credo Mutwa Cultural Village, Bochabela Street, Jabavu, Soweto Tickets: R150 to R350
Rooted Fest
Rooted Fest is listed at Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve near Heidelberg.
Date: From Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 10:00 Venue: Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve, R550, Heidelberg Tickets: R250 to R1 000
Kids Kingdom Festival
Kids Kingdom Festival is scheduled for Katlehong, with ticket categories starting at R30.
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 11:00 Venue: Kwanele Parkrun, Katlehong Tickets: R30 to R100
FPPS Fun Fest
The FPPS Fun Fest takes place at Freeway Park Primary School in Boksburg.
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 10:00 Venue: Freeway Park Primary School, Boksburg Tickets: R100 to R700
Connexional Eisteddfod
Connexional Eisteddfod is scheduled at the Wits Linder Auditorium in Parktown.
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 09:00 Venue: Wits Linder Auditorium, Saint Andrews Road, Parktown, Johannesburg Tickets: R200
Children’s Creative Movement And Dance Classes
The TAC Creative Mastery Lab presents children’s movement and dance classes at Kippies, Market Theatre.
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 09:00 Venue: Kippies, Market Theatre, Johannesburg Tickets: R480
Conversations With Harriet: Women Empowerment Summit 2026
The summit is scheduled at the South African State Theatre in Pretoria.
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 Venue: Transvalia Bar, SA State Theatre, Pretoria Tickets: R350
The Ghost Light
The Ghost Light is listed at the South African State Theatre.
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 Venue: Drama Theatre, SA State Theatre, Pretoria Tickets: R220 to R250
Skhambane Expo
Skhambane Expo takes place in Vanderbijlpark.
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 10:00 Venue: Kgalala Palace, 26 Lamontpark Louisrus, Vanderbijlpark Tickets: R50 to R120
Cheer For Change
Cheer For Change is scheduled at the NWU Vanderbijlpark Cricket Field.
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 11:00 Venue: NWU Vanderbijlpark Cricket Field Tickets: R50
Soweto All White Picnic Yama 1k Youth Endala
The picnic takes place in Orlando West, Soweto.
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 11:00 Venue: Kwa Lichaba Lounge, Orlando West, Johannesburg Tickets: R80 to R150
An Overflow In His Presence
An Overflow In His Presence is scheduled at Uncle Toms Community Centre in Soweto.
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 14:00 Venue: Uncle Toms Community Centre, Soweto Tickets: R100
PianoFest 2026
PianoFest 2026 is listed for Saturday afternoon. The supplied listing does not specify a venue.
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 12:00 Venue: Confirm with the organiser Tickets: From R450, excluding booking fees
Sunday, 11 October: Music, Theatre And Community Events
Matric Class Of 2026 Prayer Service
The Matric Class of 2026 Prayer Service with Archbishop Dr S.M Kekana takes place at Soweto Theatre ahead of the main written NSC examinations.
Date: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 11:00 Venue: Gibson Kente Theatre at Soweto Theatre Tickets: R150
EMD Studio Showcase
The EMD Studio Showcase is scheduled at the Lesedi Theatre in Johannesburg.
Date: From Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 12:00 Venue: The Lesedi at Joburg Theatre Tickets: R120
All White Soulful Sunday
All White Soulful Sunday takes place in Naturena, Johannesburg South.
Date: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 12:00 Venue: Modaz Kul Stay, Naturena, Johannesburg South Tickets: R150
Sophia In De West (Kofifi)
Sophia In De West (Kofifi) is scheduled at The State Lifestyle in Pretoria.
Date: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 12:00 Venue: The State Lifestyle, Kwaggasrand, Pretoria Tickets: R50 to R150
Things To Do In Gauteng For R100 Or Less
Several events offer free admission or ticket categories costing R100 or less.
| Event | Date | Ticket Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sediba Sa Banna Honouring Bomme | 9 October | Free, booking essential |
| Kids Kingdom Festival | 10 October | From R30 |
| Skhambane Expo | 10 October | From R50 |
| Cheer For Change | 10 October | R50 |
| Sophia In De West | 11 October | From R50 |
| Soweto All White Picnic | 10 October | From R80 |
| FPPS Fun Fest | 10 October | From R100 |
| An Overflow In His Presence | 10 October | R100 |
Prices are based on the supplied listings. Different ticket categories and booking fees may affect the final amount.
What This Means For Gauteng Residents
The weekend programme includes events across several Gauteng municipalities, giving residents options in different parts of the province.
Johannesburg and Soweto have music festivals, theatre productions, cultural events and community gatherings. Pretoria’s programme includes theatre, a summit and a Sunday cultural event.
Families can consider Kids Kingdom Festival in Katlehong or FPPS Fun Fest in Boksburg, while Sedibeng residents have events scheduled in Vanderbijlpark.
The Matric Class of 2026 Prayer Service is also scheduled for Sunday, ahead of the main written NSC examinations beginning on Tuesday, 13 October.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Happening In Gauteng This Weekend?
Events from 9 to 11 October include Back to the City Festival, Rooted Fest, Kids Kingdom Festival, PianoFest, All White Soulful Sunday and several theatre and community events.
What Are The Biggest Music Events In Johannesburg This Weekend?
The listings include Back to the City Festival at Mary Fitzgerald Square and Tebza Tobetsa’s 5th Annual RnB & Soul All White Picnic in Soweto.
Are There Free Events In Gauteng This Weekend?
Yes. Sediba Sa Banna Honouring Bomme at Soweto Theatre on Friday, 9 October, is listed as free, although booking is essential.
What Can Families Do In Gauteng This Weekend?
Family options include Kids Kingdom Festival in Katlehong and FPPS Fun Fest in Boksburg. Children’s Creative Movement and Dance Classes are also scheduled at the Market Theatre.
What Is Happening In Pretoria This Weekend?
Pretoria events include Conversations With Harriet, The Ghost Light and Sophia In De West (Kofifi).
Plan Your Gauteng Weekend
The events run from Friday afternoon through Sunday, with ticket prices ranging from free admission to higher priced festival and performance packages.
Visitors should confirm the latest event status, venue details, ticket availability and entry requirements before travelling.
Start with our Visit Gauteng section.