Gauteng’s weekend calendar from Friday, 10 July to Sunday, 12 July includes theatre, comedy, live music, independent film, poetry, creative social events and school-holiday activities. The selected events take place across Johannesburg, Pretoria, Boksburg, Roodepoort, Oakdene and the East Rand, with tickets starting from R50.
This weekend’s highlights include The Cry of Winnie Mandela at the Market Theatre, The Bacchae: An African Choral Ballet at Joburg Theatre, Mthunzi at Gold Reef City, Skhumba’s comedy special at Carnival City and a Sip and Paint experience at Ridgeback Village Restaurant.
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1. The Cry of Winnie Mandela at the Market Theatre
The Cry of Winnie Mandela opens at the John Kani Theatre at the Market Theatre on Friday evening.
The production is based on Njabulo Ndebele’s novel and centres on the lives of women shaped by absence, marriage, politics and apartheid-era South Africa.
When: From Friday, 10 July at 19:00
Where: John Kani Theatre, Market Theatre, Johannesburg
Tickets: R120 to R220
2. The Bacchae: An African Choral Ballet at Joburg Theatre
The Bacchae: An African Choral Ballet continues at the Mandela Theatre at Joburg Theatre this weekend.
The production combines theatre, choral music and dance in an African interpretation of the classical Greek tragedy. It is one of the larger stage productions on the Johannesburg arts calendar.
When: From Friday, 10 July at 19:00
Where: Mandela Theatre, Joburg Theatre, Johannesburg
Tickets: R140 to R1,000
3. Skhumba’s Weekend Comedy Special at Carnival City
Comedian Skhumba headlines a weekend comedy special at Mardi Gras, Carnival City, on Friday night.
The Boksburg show is among the bigger comedy events on the Gauteng calendar and offers an East Rand option for audiences looking for a Friday-night outing.
When: Friday, 10 July at 19:00
Where: Mardi Gras, Carnival City, Boksburg
Tickets: R250 to R375
4. On Becoming a Guinea Fowl at The Bioscope
Girls in Film and Recognition will present a screening of On Becoming a Guinea Fowl at The Bioscope Independent Cinema in Johannesburg.
The event forms part of the weekend’s independent film programme and offers a cinema option for audiences interested in African film and discussion-led screenings.
When: Friday, 10 July at 18:00
Where: The Bioscope Independent Cinema, Johannesburg
Tickets: R120 to R150
5. A Night With Mthunzi at Gold Reef City
Mthunzi will perform at the Lyric Theatre at Gold Reef City on Saturday evening.
The Johannesburg concert is one of the weekend’s major live-music bookings, with several ticket categories available.
When: Saturday, 11 July at 18:00
Where: Lyric Theatre, Gold Reef City, Johannesburg South
Tickets: R350 to R550
6. Girls of Golden West at the SA State Theatre
Girls of Golden West continues at the SA State Theatre in Pretoria as part of the Kucheza Festival.
The production runs until Sunday, giving Pretoria audiences a theatre option during the final weekend of the festival programme.
When: Until Sunday, 12 July
Where: Sibusiso Khwinana Theatre, SA State Theatre, Pretoria
Tickets: R150
7. Word N Sound Poetry League at Kippies
Word N Sound Poetry League brings spoken-word performances to Kippies at the Market Theatre on Saturday afternoon.
The event is one of the lower-cost cultural options on the weekend calendar and takes place in the Market Theatre precinct.
When: Saturday, 11 July at 13:00
Where: Kippies, Market Theatre, Johannesburg
Tickets: R50
8. Sip and Paint by Sibu Bon Fire Experience 3.0
Sip and Paint by Sibu Bon Fire Experience 3.0 takes place at Ridgeback Village Restaurant on Saturday afternoon.
The event combines a painting session with a social dining setting, offering a creative option for friends, couples and groups.
When: Saturday, 11 July at 16:00
Where: Ridgeback Village Restaurant
Tickets: R180
9. Oh Happy Days! Family Fun at Clearwater Mall
Clearwater Mall’s school-holiday programme continues with mini sports activities and crafts at Rochester Court.
The event is aimed at children and families looking for an indoor daytime outing in Roodepoort during the winter break.
When: Friday, 10 July to Sunday, 12 July
Where: Rochester Court, Upper Level, Clearwater Mall, Roodepoort
Tickets: R50
10. The Glen Kids Club Craft Corner
The Glen Kids Club Craft Corner begins on Saturday and continues through the July school holidays.
Children can take part in craft activities at Pick n Pay Court at The Glen Shopping Centre in Oakdene.
When: From Saturday, 11 July to Sunday, 19 July
Where: Pick n Pay Court, The Glen Shopping Centre, Oakdene
Tickets: R60 to R100
What This Means for Gauteng Residents
This weekend’s selection includes events across several parts of Gauteng, with options for theatre audiences, music fans, families, comedy lovers and people looking for a creative social activity.
Families can choose between school-holiday programmes at Clearwater Mall and The Glen Shopping Centre, while theatre and cultural events are concentrated around Johannesburg’s Market Theatre and Joburg Theatre precincts, as well as the SA State Theatre in Pretoria.
The programme also includes lower-cost events, such as Word N Sound Poetry League, alongside larger ticketed concerts and stage productions.
FAQ: Gauteng Events This Weekend
What are the biggest events in Gauteng this weekend?
Major events include The Cry of Winnie Mandela, The Bacchae: An African Choral Ballet, Skhumba’s Weekend Comedy Special and A Night With Mthunzi – JHB.
What family-friendly events are on this weekend?
Family options include Oh Happy Days! Family Fun at Clearwater Mall and The Glen Kids Club Craft Corner.
Where can I watch theatre in Gauteng this weekend?
Theatre productions are taking place at the Market Theatre, Joburg Theatre and SA State Theatre.
Are there events in Pretoria this weekend?
Yes. Girls of Golden West is running at the SA State Theatre as part of the Kucheza Festival.
What are the cheapest events on the list?
Word N Sound Poetry League costs R50, while Oh Happy Days! Family Fun at Clearwater Mall also costs R50.
What Happens Next
Most of the listed events take place between 10 and 12 July, although some theatre productions and school-holiday activities continue beyond the weekend.
Ticket availability, showtimes and age restrictions may change. Visitors should confirm booking details with the relevant venue or ticketing platform before attending.