{"id":15395,"date":"2025-07-11T11:48:43","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T09:48:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=15395"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:16:55","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:16:55","slug":"weekend-gig-guide-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/weekend-gig-guide-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekend Gig Guide: What To Do In Gauteng This Weekend &#8211; 11, 12, &amp; 13 July 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Gauteng is buzzing with exciting events this weekend, offering something for everyone, from kids\u2019 creative workshops to world-class ballet and vibrant cultural celebrations. Here\u2019s your numbered guide to the top gigs happening around the province, complete with dates, times, and venues to help you plan your weekend perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ALSO READ: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/dstv-launches-channel-196\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DStv Launches Channel 196 to Honour 15 Years of Mzansi Magic Hits<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-bokamoso-holiday-art-programme\">1. Bokamoso Holiday Art Programme<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> 7 to 11 July 2025<br><strong>Time:<\/strong> 9:00 AM \u2013 1:00 PM (drop-off from 8:30 AM)<br><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Javett Art Centre, University of Pretoria<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This week-long art programme invites kids aged 7 to 15 to explore creativity through hands-on workshops inspired by the <em>One and the Many<\/em> exhibition. From collage making to clay sculpturing, children will enjoy a journey of imagination and self-discovery in a fun, educational environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/content.webtickets.co.za\/Javett\/banner_bokam124_20240305_142550.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1571498069\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-479550156\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-creative-studio-holiday-workshops\">2. Creative Studio Holiday Workshops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> 11 July 2025 (and ongoing until 13 July)<br><strong>Time:<\/strong> 11:00 AM onwards<br><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Rochester Court, Clearwater Mall<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kids can dive into fantasy-themed workshops, including slime making, mushroom cookie decorating, and terrarium building. These affordable, fun-filled sessions are perfect for sparking creativity during the school break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/content.webtickets.co.za\/HypropClearwater\/banner_Clearwater%20-%20JPG_20250630_112328.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1571152444\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-swan-lake-joburg-theatre\">3. Swan Lake \u2013 Joburg Theatre<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> 11 July 2025<br><strong>Time:<\/strong> 7:00 PM<br><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Mandela Theatre, Joburg Theatre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Experience the magic of <em>Swan Lake<\/em> as South Africa\u2019s leading ballet companies unite for a grand production. With live orchestral music, this classic ballet promises an unforgettable night of elegance and emotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/content.webtickets.co.za\/jhbtheatre\/banner_SWAN%20LAKE%20JB%202025%20Webtickets%20image_20250306_120300.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1564913220\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-105921301\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-in-motion-allegories-album-launch-tour\">4. In Motion: Allegories Album Launch Tour<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> 11 July 2025<br><strong>Time:<\/strong> 7:00 PM<br><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Seabrooke Music Concert Hall, Wits Theatre, Braamfontein<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy a unique fusion of South African and Western European musical traditions in this album launch concert. The diverse lineup of talented musicians offers a fresh and innovative sound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/content.webtickets.co.za\/witstheatre\/banner_wits%20gig%20JPG_20250618_150608.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1571460073\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-manyabolo-blue-theatre-at-soweto-theatre\">5. Manyabolo \u2013 Blue Theatre at Soweto Theatre<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> 11 July 2025<br><strong>Time:<\/strong> 7:00 PM<br><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Blue Theatre, Soweto Theatre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This immersive African theatre piece explores themes of water scarcity and spirituality through indigenous storytelling, song, and dance. It\u2019s a poetic and powerful performance that connects tradition with contemporary theatre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/content.webtickets.co.za\/jhbtheatre\/banner_Manyabolo%20Webtickets%20Image_20250630_101520.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1572017530\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-171561185\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-wonder-market\">6. Wonder Market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> 12 July 2025<br><strong>Time:<\/strong> 12:00 PM \u2013 11:00 PM<br><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Wonderpark Shopping Centre, Pretoria<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shop, eat, and enjoy live music at this vibrant market featuring local crafts, food stalls, and entertainment. Note that this event is for adults only, offering a lively social atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/content.webtickets.co.za\/Events549\/banner_July%20webtickets-01_20250523_121154.PNG\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1570109751\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-the-barman-abantu-creatives\">7. The Barman \u2013 Abantu Creatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> 12 July 2025<br><strong>Time:<\/strong> 2:00 PM<br><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Abantu Creatives, Pretoria Central<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This gripping theatrical drama delves into complex themes of love and betrayal, following a tense confrontation that unravels deep emotions and choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/content.webtickets.co.za\/abantucreatives\/banner_barman_20250530_090104.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1570529150\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2943768828\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-sombali-the-florist-market-theatre\">8. Sombali (The Florist) \u2013 Market Theatre<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> 11 to 13 July 2025<br><strong>Time:<\/strong> Various showtimes, including 7:30 PM and 3:30 PM<br><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Kippies, Market Theatre, Johannesburg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Immerse yourself in an experimental musical journey with <em>Sombali<\/em>, blending diverse genres to create a thought-provoking and emotional experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/content.webtickets.co.za\/markettheatre\/banner_Final%20Poster%20Sombali%20(1110x726)%20(1080%20x%201080%20px)%20(1110%20x%20740%20px)%20(1)_20250704_162029.png\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1571840842\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-winterdrip-letsoho-s-pub\">9. Winterdrip \u2013 Letsoho\u2019s Pub<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> 12 July 2025<br><strong>Time:<\/strong> 6:00 PM<br><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Letsoho\u2019s Pub, Evaton West<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Celebrate LGBTQIA+ culture with live performances, a drag show, and community vibes at this inclusive winter-themed event. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/content.webtickets.co.za\/WinterDrip\/banner_1000028762_20250513_120840.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1569590209\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-175708348\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-saturday-nights-live-with-moneoa\">10. Saturday Nights Live with Moneoa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Date: 12 July 2025<br>Time: 7:00 PM<br>Venue:Hard Rock Cafe Johannesburg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join Moneoa for an unforgettable night of soul and sass as she performs fan favorites and debuts a new track. Expect powerful vocals and rich horn arrangements in this captivating live show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/content.webtickets.co.za\/hardrockcafejhb\/banner_HRC%20JHB%20Jazz%20Night%20Moneoa%20Website%20Cover_20250528_084016.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1568106152\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-plan-your-gauteng-weekend\">Plan Your Gauteng Weekend<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This weekend\u2019s events in Gauteng offer a rich mix of culture, creativity, and entertainment. Whether you\u2019re looking to inspire your children with art, enjoy world-class ballet, or connect with community celebrations, there\u2019s plenty to choose from. Be sure to check event times and book your tickets early to secure your spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy your weekend filled with unforgettable experiences across Gauteng!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gauteng is buzzing with exciting events this weekend, offering something for everyone, from kids\u2019 creative workshops to world-class ballet and vibrant cultural celebrations. Here\u2019s your numbered guide to the top gigs happening around the province, complete with dates, times, and venues to help you plan your weekend perfectly. 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