{"id":32533,"date":"2025-10-17T14:33:20","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T12:33:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=32533"},"modified":"2026-03-12T09:45:24","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T07:45:24","slug":"weekend-gig-guide-what-to-do-in-gauteng-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/weekend-gig-guide-what-to-do-in-gauteng-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekend Gig Guide: What To Do in Gauteng This Weekend (17-19 October 2025)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Gauteng in spring means longer days, purple jacarandas, and a cultural calendar in full bloom. The weekend brings ballet and orchestral concerts, obstacle races, design-driven theatre, township celebrations, and much more. Whether you\u2019re into high culture or outdoor fun, this is your definitive guide to what\u2019s on, why it matters, and how to make the most of it,  with dates, venues, and ticket info so you can plan fast and explore more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ALSO READ: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/bottomless-cafe-review-must-try-spot-in-roodepoort\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bottomless Caf\u00e9 Review: Must-Try Spot in Roodepoort<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-music-choirs-and-soulful-nights\">Music, Choirs, and Soulful Nights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rand Girls Presents: Sounds of De Small<\/strong><br>A lively, school-hosted showcase with full production and vibrant energy.<br>Fri 17 Oct |  17:00 |  Rand Girls School |  R230\u2013R330<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/jdc.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32539\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1574080384\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wits SDASM Choir Concert<\/strong><br>A beautiful choral performance in one of Joburg\u2019s finest acoustic venues,  ideal for a tranquil Saturday evening.<br> Sat 18 Oct |  18:30 |  Chris Seabrooke Music Hall, Wits |  R140<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner_Redeem-JPG_20251002_090341.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32540\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1577884201\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bira on the Square ft. Kurai Makore<\/strong><br>A rhythmic, intimate mbira session in the city\u2019s heart.<br> Sat 18 Oct |  18:00 | Hard Rock Caf\u00e9, Sandton |  R300<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/panel_1002534286_20250626_092621.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32541\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1571826079\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webticket<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-920214181\" 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-festivals-markets-and-community-days\">Festivals, Markets, and Community Days<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Of Soul &amp; Joy Photo Festival \u2013 \u201cDITSOJANE\u201d (Free)<\/strong><br>A Thokoza township takeover for one day of exhibitions, talks, and performances celebrating community storytelling through photography.<br>Sat 18 Oct |  11:00\u201317:00 | Buhlebuzile Secondary School, Thokoza |  Free (registration required)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"362\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Of-Soul-and-Joy-Photo-Festival-DITSOJANE-Whats-on-in-Joburg-1024x362.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32542\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Of-Soul-and-Joy-Photo-Festival-DITSOJANE-Whats-on-in-Joburg-1024x362.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Of-Soul-and-Joy-Photo-Festival-DITSOJANE-Whats-on-in-Joburg-300x106.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Of-Soul-and-Joy-Photo-Festival-DITSOJANE-Whats-on-in-Joburg-768x271.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Of-Soul-and-Joy-Photo-Festival-DITSOJANE-Whats-on-in-Joburg-150x53.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Of-Soul-and-Joy-Photo-Festival-DITSOJANE-Whats-on-in-Joburg-450x159.webp 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Of-Soul-and-Joy-Photo-Festival-DITSOJANE-Whats-on-in-Joburg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/whatsoninjoburg.com\/of-soul-and-joy-photo-festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What&#8217;s On In Joburg<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Thrifting at The Village (Free)<\/strong><br>Discover vintage finds, local brands, and Pretoria\u2019s favorite caf\u00e9s,  the perfect Saturday morning outing.<br>Sat 18 Oct |  09:00\u201313:00 | The Village, Hazelwood |  Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-103-1024x375.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32543\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-103-1024x375.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-103-300x110.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-103-768x282.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-103-150x55.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-103-450x165.png 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-103.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/pretoria\/village-thrifting-event\/200029028554330\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AllEvents<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>At The River\u2019s Family Fun Fair<\/strong><br>A three-day community fair with food, live music, kids\u2019 activities, and a car show.<br> Fri\u2013Sun 17\u201319 Oct | Fri &amp; Sun 10:00\u201322:00, Sat 10:00\u201300:00 | Centurion |  Adults R50\/day; kids u\/10 R30; u\/5 free; 3-day pass R100; family pass R250<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/0804854_0-1024x341.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/0804854_0-1024x341.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/0804854_0-300x100.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/0804854_0-768x256.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/0804854_0-150x50.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/0804854_0-450x150.webp 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/0804854_0-1200x400.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/0804854_0.webp 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.quicket.co.za\/events\/332209-family-fun-fair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Quicket<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-active-mornings-and-wellness-resets\">Active Mornings and Wellness Resets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Victory Run \u2013 Vanderbijlpark<\/strong><br>A friendly, accessible community race to start your weekend right.<br>Sat 18 Oct |  07:00 |  NWU Vanderbijlpark, RAG Farm |  R0\u2013R60<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner_Nwu-victory_20251007_123006.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32545\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1578342898\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lonehill Triple Mile<\/strong><br>Fast, scenic road races in Sandton\u2019s green belt,  perfect for casual runners.<br> Sat 18 Oct |  08:30 |  Lonehill Shopping Centre |  R60\u2013R90<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner_FINAL-Lonehill-Shopping-Triple-Run-Mile-2024-Ticket-1110x740-pixels-01_20240912_165339.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32546\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/Event.aspx?itemid=1553544550\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Magalies Mayhem Obstacle Race<\/strong><br>Mud, ropes, climbs, and family fun with 10 km, 5 km, and kids\u2019 courses.<br> Sat 18 Oct |  06:00\u201316:00 (10 km 08:00, 5 km 08:30) |  Van Gaalen Cheese Farm, Hartbeespoort | 10 km R600; 5 km R400; kids 500 m R200<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/34f544_c9ac1d751af24c3fa7a2b900e9ebd1a4mv2-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32547\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vangaalen.co.za\/event-details\/magalies-mayhem-ocr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Van Gaalen<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-4160745431\" 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-nightlife-dance-and-social-energy\">Nightlife, Dance, and Social Energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Zero Gravity Johannesburg<\/strong><br>An edgy nightlife experience in one of Kramerville\u2019s sleekest venues.<br> Fri 17 Oct | 18:00 | Levelthree Premium Venue |  R200\u2013R350<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner_JHB-JPG_20250917_112911.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32548\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1576959714\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-culture-faith-and-community\">Culture, Faith, and Community<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sediba sa Banna \u2013 Honouring Bomme (Free)<\/strong><br>A Soweto Theatre evening honoring mothers and matriarchs.<br> Fri 17 Oct |  18:00 |  Gibson Kente Theatre, Soweto |  Free (booking essential)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner_Sediba-Sa-Banna-Honouring-Bomme-Oct-2025-Webtickets-Image_20250925_124530.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32549\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/event.aspx?itemid=1528898389\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Qalakabusha Gospel Concert<\/strong><br>A township gospel showcase that brings joy and community pride to Kagiso.<br>Sat 18 Oct | 11:00 |  Kagiso Community Hall | R250<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner_bruno-cervera-Gi6-m_t_W-E-unsplash_20221026_191128.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32550\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1574880080\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>All White Total Praise and Worship with Lebo Sekgobela<\/strong><br>A spiritual highlight of the month:  an all-day celebration of gospel music and unity. Dress code: all white.<br> Sat 18 Oct |  From 10:00 |  Emerald Resort &amp; Casino, Vanderbijlpark |  R250\u2013R850<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/panel_ALL-WHITE-PRAISE-JPG_20250728_163506.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32551\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/category.aspx?itemid=0&amp;location=3&amp;when=weekend&amp;page=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2417840006\" 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-weekend-planning-tips\">Weekend Planning Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Book first, plan around:<\/strong> Anchor your day with fixed-time shows <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Travel smart:<\/strong> Use Gautrain or rideshares for evening events.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pack for spring:<\/strong> Sunscreen, hat, light jacket, and water bottle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Support local:<\/strong> Buy from vendors, tip performers, and share posts from your favorite creators.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-make-the-weekend-count\"> Make the Weekend Count<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pick an event that gets you out of routine, a township photo fest by day, a concert by night, or a fun run before a garden stroll. Whatever your mix, plan, book early, and invite someone who needs a reason to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each time you step out, you help grow Gauteng\u2019s creative and tourism economy \u2014 one ticket, one story, and one unforgettable weekend at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Go out, explore, and live in Gauteng in full colour.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gauteng in spring means longer days, purple jacarandas, and a cultural calendar in full bloom. The weekend brings ballet and orchestral concerts, obstacle races, design-driven theatre, township celebrations, and much more. 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