Things to Do in Gauteng This Weekend: Events From 18 to 20 September 2026
Meta description: Discover things to do in Gauteng from 18 to 20 September 2026, including Scorpion Kings Live, Heritage Month events, theatre, sport and family outings.
Excerpt: Gauteng’s weekend calendar includes Scorpion Kings Live at FNB Stadium, Heritage Month celebrations in Soweto, theatre in Johannesburg and Pretoria, the Davis Cup in Centurion and outdoor activities across the province.
Focus keyphrase: Things to do in Gauteng this weekend
Gauteng residents and visitors can choose from concerts, theatre productions, Heritage Month celebrations, sporting events and family activities from Friday, 18 September, to Sunday, 20 September 2026. Scorpion Kings Live takes place at FNB Stadium on Saturday, while Johannesburg, Soweto, Pretoria, Ekurhuleni and the West Rand have events scheduled throughout the weekend. With selected tickets starting below R100, the programme offers options for families, music audiences, sports supporters and residents looking for affordable outings.
The weekend also brings dance festivals, live comedy, art events and outdoor recreation as Gauteng continues its September programme.
Here is a guide to events taking place across the province, with dates, venues, ticket prices and booking information.
This Weekend at a Glance
Some of the events taking place across Gauteng include:
- Scorpion Kings Live at FNB Stadium.
- Heritage Day Festival in Soweto.
- Roodepoort Dance Festival.
- Caiphus Semenya Songbook at Joburg Theatre.
- Davis Cup tennis in Centurion.
- The Kraal at the South African State Theatre.
- St David’s SpringFest.
- Pretoria Youth Fashion Week.
- The Sky Remembers at Wits Digital Dome.
- Pines Resort Water Park in Krugersdorp.
Friday: Theatre, Music and Comedy Across Gauteng
Roodepoort Dance Festival
The Roodepoort Dance Festival begins its weekend programme at the Main Theatre at Roodepoort Theatre on Friday afternoon.
Date: From 18 September at 15:30
Venue: Main Theatre, Roodepoort Theatre
Tickets: R125
Caiphus Semenya Songbook
Joburg Theatre presents Caiphus Semenya Songbook at the Mandela Theatre, adding a music production to the city’s Friday evening programme.
Date: From 18 September at 19:30
Venue: Mandela Theatre, Joburg Theatre
Tickets: R200 to R550
Dee Sheridan Dark Comedy Live
Comedy audiences can attend Dee Sheridan’s Johannesburg performance at Funny Galore Comedy Club.
Date: 18 September at 19:00
Venue: Sima’s Funny Galore Comedy Club
Tickets: R150
The Lord’s Project
The Lord’s Project takes place in Olifantsfontein on Friday evening.
Date: 18 September at 18:00
Venue: Prolifiq Studios, 362 Main Street, Olifantsfontein
Tickets: R250 to R350
Saturday: Scorpion Kings Live at FNB Stadium
One of the weekend’s major music events is Scorpion Kings Live, featuring DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small.
The concert takes place at FNB Stadium in Nasrec on Saturday, with gates scheduled to open at midday.
Date: 19 September 2026
Venue: FNB Stadium, Nasrec, Johannesburg
Gates: 12:00
Tickets: R400 to R1,500
An official park and ride service is also listed for the event, with tickets ranging from R225 to R325.
Concertgoers should check their tickets and transport arrangements before travelling, particularly if they plan to use designated collection points.
Heritage Month Events in Soweto and Johannesburg
Heritage Day Festival
The Morris Isaacson Centre for Music hosts a Heritage Day Festival in Soweto on Saturday.
The event forms part of Gauteng’s Heritage Month calendar.
Date: 19 September at 07:00
Venue: Morris Isaacson Centre for Music, Soweto
Tickets: R50 to R250
Jabulani Africa Heritage Concert
The Jabulani Africa Heritage Concert provides another Heritage Month music event in Soweto.
Date: 19 September at 14:00
Venue: Jabulani Safe Hub, Soweto
Tickets: R100
The Sky Remembers: Our Shared Cosmos
The Wits Anglo American Digital Dome presents its Heritage Month special show for teenagers and adults.
The programme runs for 60 minutes.
Date: 19 September at 14:00
Venue: Wits Anglo American Digital Dome, Parktown
Tickets: R45 to R75
Theatre and Dance Events This Weekend
The Kraal
Pretoria audiences can catch The Kraal during its final scheduled weekend at the South African State Theatre.
The production runs until Sunday, 20 September.
Dates: 3 to 20 September
Venue: Sibusiso Khwinana Theatre, South African State Theatre
Tickets: R150
Ms. B Haved
Theatre on the Square in Sandton presents Ms. B Haved from Friday evening.
Date: From 18 September at 19:30
Venue: Theatre on the Square, Sandton
Tickets: R150 to R220
Dance Waves Nationals
Dance Waves Nationals takes place at Roodepoort Theatre on Saturday morning.
Date: 19 September at 10:00
Venue: Main Theatre, Roodepoort Theatre
Tickets: R150
LEETO Dance Festival
The LEETO Dance Festival has performances listed for both Friday and Saturday.
Dates: 18 September at 18:00 and 19 September at 17:00
Venue: DTC Studios, Thesele Secondary School
Tickets: R62
Sport and Outdoor Activities
Davis Cup: South Africa vs Bosnia and Herzegovina
Tennis supporters can attend the Davis Cup World Group II tie between South Africa and Bosnia and Herzegovina in Centurion.
Date: From 19 September at 15:00
Venue: Irene Country Club, Centurion
Tickets: R80 to R150
Fitness Race: Deadly Dozen Joburg
The Deadly Dozen fitness event takes place at the University of Johannesburg athletics track.
Date: From 19 September at 09:00
Venue: University of Johannesburg Athletics Track, Westdene
Tickets: R100 to R1,980
Social Run
Residents looking for a Saturday morning activity can consider the Social Run in South Hills.
Date: 19 September at 07:00
Venue: South Hills, Johannesburg
Tickets: R49.99 to R99.99
Family Activities Across Gauteng
St David’s SpringFest 2026
St David’s Marist Inanda hosts SpringFest on Saturday afternoon.
Date: From 19 September at 13:00
Tickets: R170 to R1,450
Pines Resort Water Park
Families planning a West Rand outing can visit Pines Resort Water Park in Krugersdorp.
Date: From 19 September at 09:00
Venue: 2 Ivan Smuts Avenue, Silverfields, Krugersdorp
Tickets: R90 to R370
Rope Adventure Park
The Rope Adventure Park is located at the same Krugersdorp address.
Date: From 19 September at 09:00
Tickets: R170 to R210, plus a R10 service fee
Things to Do in Gauteng for R100 or Less
Residents looking for lower cost outings have several options on Saturday.
| Event | Starting price |
|---|---|
| Social Run | R49.99 |
| Heritage Day Festival | R50 |
| LEETO Dance Festival | R62 |
| Nova Arté Gala Showcase | R75 |
| Davis Cup tennis | R80 |
| Pines Resort Water Park | R90 |
| Jabulani Africa Heritage Concert | R100 |
Prices reflect the supplied ticket listings. Booking fees, ticket categories and availability may affect the final amount payable.
What This Means for Gauteng Residents
The weekend of 18 to 20 September offers events across several parts of Gauteng.
Johannesburg has major concerts, theatre, comedy and sport, while Soweto’s programme includes Heritage Month music events.
Pretoria offers theatre, fashion and cultural activities, with Davis Cup tennis taking place in nearby Centurion.
Ekurhuleni residents have events in Olifantsfontein, Benoni and Kempton Park, while the West Rand offers dance productions and outdoor activities.
Residents should check ticket availability, final performance times and venue requirements before travelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is happening in Gauteng this weekend?
Events include Scorpion Kings Live, the Heritage Day Festival, Roodepoort Dance Festival, Davis Cup tennis, theatre productions and family activities.
What can families do in Gauteng this weekend?
Options include St David’s SpringFest, Pines Resort Water Park, Rope Adventure Park and selected cultural events.
Are there events for under R100?
Yes. The Wits Digital Dome show starts at R45, the Heritage Day Festival at R50 and LEETO Dance Festival tickets cost R62.
What is happening in Soweto?
Soweto hosts the Heritage Day Festival at the Morris Isaacson Centre for Music and the Jabulani Africa Heritage Concert.
What major concert is happening this weekend?
Scorpion Kings Live takes place at FNB Stadium on Saturday, 19 September 2026.
Plan Your Gauteng Weekend
From Scorpion Kings Live at FNB Stadium to Heritage Month events in Soweto, theatre in Pretoria and family outings on the West Rand, Gauteng has a varied programme from 18 to 20 September.
Residents planning to attend should confirm the latest event information and ticket availability before leaving home.
Start with our Visit Gauteng section.