The TravelWell SMME Tourism Trade Fair will take place at Lanseria International Airport from 15 to 17 September 2026, bringing tourism businesses, buyers, investors, institutions and members of the public together for a three day event focused on the West Rand tourism economy. Hosted by the MORAMER Regional Tourism Organisation, the event will include tourism exhibitions, networking, a career expo and a speed marketing session. Entry is free for members of the public, while businesses can book exhibition space at separate rates.
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NIROX Foundation has postponed its annual Spring Jazz concert to Sunday 13 September 2026 following forecasts of torrential rain expected this weekend. The event, presented by Standard Bank Private, will still take place at NIROX Sculpture Park, with organisers confirming that all previously purchased tickets remain valid for the new date.
947 Joburg Day returns to Johannesburg on Saturday, 5 September 2026, bringing together some of South Africa’s biggest music artists for a full day of live entertainment, food, family activities and outdoor experiences. The annual festival takes place at Crocodile Creek Polo Club in Lanseria from 9am and forms part of Gauteng’s spring events calendar. Visitors can expect performances from leading local artists alongside lifestyle experiences designed for all ages.
September is set to be one of the busiest months on Gauteng’s events calendar, with festivals, concerts, family attractions, sporting events and lifestyle experiences taking place across Johannesburg, Tshwane, Ekurhuleni and the Vaal. Running from 1 to 30 September 2026, the programme includes the Vaal River Carnival, Standard Bank Joy of Jazz, Joburg Day, Braam Culture Fest and dozens of spring celebrations. Whether you are planning a family outing, a weekend getaway or a day exploring Gauteng’s attractions, there is no shortage of events throughout the province this month. According to the event listings provided for September, activities range from cultural festivals and live music to outdoor markets and food experiences.
Johannesburg will once again become a city wide art destination when Contra.Joburg returns on Saturday, 29 August and Sunday, 30 August 2026. The fifth edition of the festival will feature more than 170 artists across 16 creative spaces in Braamfontein, the Johannesburg inner city and Rosebank. Visitors can expect open studios, exhibitions, performances, workshops and family activities throughout the weekend.
The Vaal River Carnival 2026 will bring more than two months of entertainment, sport, arts and cultural experiences to the Vaal from 28 August to 4 October 2026. Hosted across multiple venues in the Emfuleni Local Municipality, the programme includes comedy, theatre, music festivals, sporting events, fashion showcases, cycling, marathon races and family friendly experiences. Organisers say the carnival aims to promote tourism, celebrate local talent and showcase the Vaal as one of Gauteng’s leading leisure and lifestyle destinations. The official media launch has not yet been confirmed and has therefore not been included in this guide.
The Delicious International Food and Music Festival will move from its traditional September slot to 10 and 11 April 2027 at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in Midrand, Gauteng, organisers have confirmed. The change follows the end of the Delicious festival’s long standing sponsorship relationship with DStv and comes with the announcement of the South African Broadcasting Corporation as the official broadcast partner. The shift matters for Gauteng festival goers because one of the province’s biggest annual food and music events will no longer take place over its familiar Heritage Weekend period.
Two internationally acclaimed R&B artists will perform in Gauteng over the Women’s Day long weekend, giving music lovers the chance to enjoy live entertainment in both Pretoria and Brakpan. American singer Tamia will perform at SunBet Arena in Pretoria on Monday, 10 August 2026, while soul legend Glenn Jones takes to the stage at Carnival City’s Big Top Arena on Sunday, 9 August 2026. Together, the concerts provide visitors and residents with an opportunity to celebrate Women’s Day while exploring some of Gauteng’s restaurants, hotels and attractions.
Visit Gauteng is giving readers the chance to win double tickets to the Cradle Balloon and Bubbly Fest Women’s Day Weekender taking place at WildWood Cradle of Humankind near Lanseria from Saturday 8 August to Sunday 9 August 2026. The event combines outdoor activities, live entertainment, food, bubbly experiences and hot air balloons in one of Gauteng’s most scenic destinations. The competition offers an opportunity for two people to experience the festival while celebrating Women’s Day Weekend in the Cradle of Humankind.
Johannesburg residents and visitors are invited to experience the city’s inner core on foot when Main Street Sundays returns on Sunday, 9 August 2026, coinciding with National Women’s Day. The free event will transform Main Street in Marshalltown into a pedestrian friendly public space featuring live entertainment, children’s activities, art, markets and food experiences. Organisers say the initiative aims to encourage people to reconnect with Johannesburg’s inner city by creating a safe and welcoming environment for families, cyclists, walkers and visitors.