{"id":36599,"date":"2026-05-08T13:41:31","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T11:41:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=36599"},"modified":"2026-05-08T13:41:32","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T11:41:32","slug":"what-to-do-this-mothers-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/what-to-do-this-mothers-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekend Gig Guide: What To Do This Mother\u2019s Day"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Johannesburg\u2019s Mother\u2019s Day weekend calendar is packed with live music, outdoor picnics, family festivals and luxury experiences taking place across Gauteng from Friday, 8 May to Sunday, 10 May 2026. From botanical garden concerts and rooftop brunches to deep house sessions and open-air cinema nights, venues across the province are preparing for one of the busiest lifestyle weekends of the season.<\/p><div id=\"gaute-580819466\" class=\"gaute-after-paragraph-1 gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><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>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The weekend comes as Gauteng\u2019s entertainment and hospitality sectors continue seeing strong demand for experience-driven outings, particularly around long weekends and seasonal celebrations. Music, food and outdoor events are expected to dominate the city\u2019s social calendar throughout the weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s a look at some of the biggest gigs, concerts and Mother\u2019s Day experiences happening across Johannesburg and Pretoria this weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/mothers-day-2026-gauteng-venues\/\"><strong>ALSO READ: Mother\u2019s Day 2026: Gauteng Venues Release Pricing and Packages as Demand Builds<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Friday Night Gigs and Music Events<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Damian Lazarus at TRUTH, Midrand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">International electronic music DJ Damian Lazarus headlines Friday night at TRUTH alongside local house music heavyweights including Culoe De Song and FKA Mash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event is expected to draw electronic music fans from across Gauteng for a late-night Afro-house and melodic techno experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Friday, 8 May | 8pm to 2am<br><strong>Cost:<\/strong> From R400<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"707\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-15.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36603\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-15.png 707w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-15-300x286.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-15-150x143.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-15-450x430.png 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 707px) 100vw, 707px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeout.com\/johannesburg\/news\/out-and-about-in-johannesburg-things-to-do-this-mothers-day-weekend-050726\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Out and About in Johannesburg<br><br><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For The Record by Vinny Da Vinci in Sandton<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">House music fans can head to Beerpark in Sandton for an all-vinyl deep house session hosted by Vinny Da Vinci.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Organisers say the event will focus on classic deep house and underground dance music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Friday, 8 May | 6pm to midnight<br><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free entry via booking<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"540\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-16.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36604\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-16.png 540w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-16-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-16-150x188.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-16-450x563.png 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.howler.co.za\/events\/for-the-record-by-vinny-da-vinci-3f38\/tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><br>Howler<br><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Saturday\u2019s Family Festivals and Cultural Experiences<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Big Fat Greek Festival at Montecasino<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Montecasino hosts the Big Fat Greek Festival this weekend, featuring Greek food, wine tastings, traditional dancing and live performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Festival organisers say the event is aimed at both families and social groups looking for a full-day cultural experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday, 9 May | 12pm to 10pm<br><strong>Cost:<\/strong> From R350<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-17-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36605\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-17-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-17-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-17-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-17-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-17-450x253.png 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-17.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.howler.co.za\/events\/big-fat-greek-festival-dfc9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Howler<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2116171539\" 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\">AfrikaBurn Decompression Party in Rosebank<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The AfrikaBurn community returns to Johannesburg for its annual Decompression Party at The Naked Woolf in Rosebank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event will feature DJs, costumes, art installations and themed dancefloor experiences inspired by the Tankwa festival culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday, 9 May | 9pm to 4am<br><strong>Cost:<\/strong> From R100<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"540\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-18.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36606\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-18.png 540w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-18-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-18-150x188.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-18-450x563.png 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.howler.co.za\/Burn2026DecompressionParty?utm_campaign=Upcoming+Events+Listing+Page&amp;utm_medium=Web&amp;utm_source=Howler+Listing+Pages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Howler<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Open-Air Mamma Mia Movie Night at Key West<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Families looking for a quieter Saturday outing can attend the outdoor screening of <em>Mamma Mia<\/em> at Key West Amphitheatre in Krugersdorp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Guests are encouraged to bring picnic blankets and camping chairs for the outdoor cinema experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday, 9 May<br><strong>Cost:<\/strong> From R30pp<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"675\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-19.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36607\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-19.png 675w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-19-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-19-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-19-450x450.png 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 675px) 100vw, 675px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/keywestshoppingcentre\/posts\/-mothers-day-movie-night-under-the-stars-join-us-at-the-key-west-amphitheatre-fo\/1443957817773540\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mother\u2019s Day Sunday Headliners<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mother\u2019s Day Concert at Johannesburg Zoo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Johannesburg Zoo hosts one of the weekend\u2019s biggest live music events featuring Ami Faku, The Soil, Matthew Mole and the Phoenix Orchestra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event combines live music with family-friendly entertainment and picnic spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Sunday, 10 May<br><strong>Cost:<\/strong> From R80 to R150<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-20.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-20.png 750w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-20-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-20-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-20-450x300.png 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1584271436\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MOM: A Concert Celebrating Mothers at NIROX<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NIROX Sculpture Park hosts a full-day outdoor concert experience headlined by Lira.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Guests can also explore sculpture exhibitions, gourmet food offerings and wine experiences throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Sunday, 10 May<br><strong>Cost:<\/strong> From R750pp<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"540\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-21.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36609\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-21.png 540w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-21-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-21-150x188.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-21-450x563.png 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/niroxfoundation\/photos\/steve-dyermom-a-concert-celebrating-motherssunday-10-may-2026nirox-sculpture-par\/1622027712867854\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jeremy Loops at Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jeremy Loops headlines the Sunset Music Series at the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The concert promises picnic-style seating and open-air performances surrounded by one of Gauteng\u2019s most scenic natural spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Sunday, 10 May<br><strong>Cost:<\/strong> From R195pp<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-22.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36610\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-22.png 750w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-22-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-22-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-22-450x300.png 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1592275703\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sunday Society Picnic at The Maslow Sandton<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Maslow Sandton hosts an adults-only luxury picnic featuring gourmet baskets, sparkling wine and live entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event is expected to attract residents looking for a more premium Mother\u2019s Day social experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Sunday, 10 May<br><strong>Cost:<\/strong> R875pp<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-23.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36611\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-23.png 900w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-23-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-23-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-23-150x113.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-23-450x338.png 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inyourpocket.com\/johannesburg\/the-maslow-sunday-society-picnic_29859e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">InYourPocket<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Markets, Picnics and Daytime Experiences<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2434903937\" 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\">Together We Grow Mother\u2019s Day Market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Pretoria National Botanical Gardens hosts a Mother\u2019s Day market featuring local crafts, gifts, food stalls and family activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday, 9 May<br><strong>Cost:<\/strong> R80 adults | R30 children<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-24-1024x577.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36612\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-24-1024x577.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-24-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-24-768x433.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-24-150x85.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-24-450x254.png 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-24.png 1198w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/pretoria\/mothers-day-market-pretoria-national-botanical-gardens\/200029914014747\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AllEvents<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mom\u2019s Day Out at Toadbury Hall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Toadbury Hall offers a picnic-style family experience with live music performances by Ross Learmonth, Majozi and Joneaux.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Sunday, 10 May<br><strong>Cost:<\/strong> From R270<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"494\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-25.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36613\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-25.png 740w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-25-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-25-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-25-450x300.png 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/whatsoninjoburg.com\/moms-day-out-at-toadbury-hall\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What&#8217;s On In Joburg<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What This Means for Gauteng Residents<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mother\u2019s Day weekend has become one of Gauteng\u2019s busiest lifestyle and leisure periods, supporting restaurants, hotels, entertainment venues, artists and tourism operators across the province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The increase in concerts, picnics and outdoor experiences also reflects a broader shift toward experience-driven social spending, particularly among families and younger consumers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hospitality and entertainment operators are expected to benefit from increased foot traffic and tourism activity throughout the weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ: Mother\u2019s Day Weekend in Johannesburg<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When is Mother\u2019s Day in South Africa in 2026?<\/strong><br>Mother\u2019s Day falls on Sunday, 10 May 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Which major concerts are happening this weekend?<\/strong><br>Events include performances by Ami Faku, The Soil, Lira and Jeremy Loops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Are there family-friendly events available?<\/strong><br>Yes. Several concerts, festivals and picnic events cater for families and children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Which Gauteng areas are hosting events?<\/strong><br>Events are taking place across Johannesburg, Sandton, Midrand, Lanseria, Pretoria and Krugersdorp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do most events require tickets?<\/strong><br>Yes. Most experiences require online bookings or advance ticket purchases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens Next<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hospitality and entertainment venues across Gauteng are expected to experience increased activity throughout the Mother\u2019s Day weekend period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tourism and lifestyle operators say the strong calendar of concerts, picnics and family experiences is likely to contribute to local tourism spending as Gauteng\u2019s winter events season begins gaining momentum.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Johannesburg\u2019s Mother\u2019s Day weekend calendar is packed with live music, outdoor picnics, family festivals and luxury experiences taking place across Gauteng from Friday, 8 May to Sunday, 10 May 2026. 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