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.
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.
Thousands of walkers will head into central Johannesburg on Sunday, 26 July 2026, for the 702 Jozi My Jozi Walk the Talk, with three routes starting and finishing at Ellis Park. For participants travelling from elsewhere in Gauteng or planning to spend the weekend in the city, the event can also become an opportunity to stay, eat and explore some of Johannesburg’s best known cultural and tourism precincts.
The Proudly South African Local Wine Expo will return to Prison Break Market in Glenferness, Johannesburg, from Friday, 24 July to Sunday, 26 July 2026, bringing approximately 30 local wine brands together for three days of tastings, food and industry engagement. The event is open to adults aged 18 and older, with free admission subject to registration.
South Africans looking for a unique Father’s Day experience will have the opportunity to celebrate some of the country’s most respected musicians at Nirox Sculpture Park on 21 June 2026. The annual Honour the Fathers concert returns to the Cradle of Humankind, bringing together legendary performers, live music, outdoor art and family-friendly experiences in one of Gauteng’s most distinctive cultural venues. The event honours fathers, grandfathers, father figures and the elder statesmen of South African music whose work has shaped the country’s cultural identity over decades.
Gauteng heads into one of its busiest April weekends from Saturday 25 to Monday 27 April, with Ultra South Africa in Nasrec on Saturday, the Soweto Derby at FNB Stadium on Sunday and Freedom Day on Monday. The three-day run affects music fans, football supporters, families, motorists and hospitality businesses across Johannesburg, Soweto and Pretoria. It matters because two high-attendance events are scheduled in the same southern event corridor a day apart, while Monday’s public holiday is likely to lift travel to heritage sites and public spaces across the province.
Johannesburg is set to host two of the country’s biggest events in one weekend as the Soweto Derby and Ultra South Africa take place back-to-back between 25 and 26 April 2026. The convergence affects thousands of football fans, music attendees and visitors travelling into Gauteng, with organisers adjusting schedules to manage demand and safety. The Soweto Derby has been moved to Sunday, 26 April, following Ultra South Africa’s Johannesburg leg at Nasrec on Saturday. With a public holiday on Monday, the overlap has created an extended weekend of sport, music and travel activity across the province.
The Pretoria Art Museum will host the launch of a new printmaking guide on 25 March 2026, bringing together artists, researchers and the public for a skills-focused arts event in Arcadia. The launch, presented by the Art and Ubuntu Trust, introduces a practical guide aimed at supporting both established and aspiring printmakers.
Johannesburg will host the Rand Show 2026 from 2 to 6 April at the Johannesburg Expo Centre in Nasrec, with organisers positioning the event as a five-day entertainment festival rather than a traditional exhibition. The event is expected to attract families, music fans and visitors across Gauteng during the Easter weekend period.