{"id":37045,"date":"2026-05-22T14:37:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T12:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=37045"},"modified":"2026-05-22T14:37:01","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T12:37:01","slug":"weekend-gig-guide-what-to-in-gauteng-6","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/weekend-gig-guide-what-to-in-gauteng-6\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekend Gig Guide: What To Do In Gauteng This Weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gauteng\u2019s entertainment calendar is packed this weekend with comedy shows, live music festivals, theatre productions, ballet performances, book fairs and immersive cultural events taking place across Johannesburg, Pretoria and surrounding areas. From Tall Ass Mo\u2019s stand up comedy night in Emmarentia to Bassline Fest at Constitution Hill and Michael Jackson-inspired ballet at Montecasino, residents have dozens of events to choose from between 22 and 24 May 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The weekend lineup also includes family friendly experiences, literary gatherings, art fairs and wellness events as Gauteng enters one of its busiest cultural weekends of the month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With many productions ending this weekend and some annual festivals already nearing sold out status, organisers expect strong attendance across multiple venues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/imex-frankfurt-2026-south-africa\/\">ALSO READ: IMEX Frankfurt 2026: South Africa Pushes Business Tourism Growth and Investment<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tall Ass Mo Headlines Funny Galore Comedy Night<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Comedy fans can catch comedian Tall Ass Mo at the Funny Galore Stand Up Comedy Nights taking place on Thursday evening in Emmarentia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The show forms part of a wider comedy weekend hosted at Simas Funny Galore Comedy Club, which will also feature:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Kedibone Mulaudzi on Friday<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ndumiso Lindi on Saturday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comedy Schedule at Funny Galore<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Date<\/th><th>Comedian<\/th><th>Venue<\/th><th>Price<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>22 May<\/td><td>Tall Ass Mo<\/td><td>Simas Funny Galore Comedy Club<\/td><td>R100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>23 May<\/td><td>Kedibone Mulaudzi<\/td><td>Simas Funny Galore Comedy Club<\/td><td>R100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>24 May<\/td><td>Ndumiso Lindi<\/td><td>Simas Funny Galore Comedy Club<\/td><td>R100<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The comedy venue in Emmarentia has become increasingly popular for intimate stand up performances featuring both established and emerging South African comedians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-82.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37049\" style=\"width:750px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-82.png 750w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-82-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-82-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-82-450x300.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1595720519\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3152144158\" 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\">Michael Jackson\u2019s Music Reimagined Through Ballet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mzansi Ballet\u2019s <em>Heal The World<\/em> continues its Johannesburg run this weekend at the Pieter Toerien Montecasino Main Theatre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The production reimagines Michael Jackson\u2019s music through contemporary ballet and features choreography inspired by songs including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Thriller<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Smooth Criminal<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Black or White<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Heal The World<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The production combines ballet, storytelling and visual theatre while exploring themes of healing, unity and resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mzansi Ballet\u2019s Heal The World<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Event<\/th><th>Venue<\/th><th>Dates<\/th><th>Ticket Prices<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Heal The World<\/td><td>Pieter Toerien Montecasino Main Theatre<\/td><td>Until 7 June<\/td><td>R200 to R350<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-83.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-83.png 750w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-83-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-83-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-83-450x300.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1578473679\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bassline Fest Returns to Constitution Hill<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bassline Fest returns to Constitution Hill on Saturday with a lineup featuring established and emerging African music acts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This year\u2019s festival includes performances by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vusi Mahlasela<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maleh<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brandon Aura<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The festival also includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>food vendors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>craft stalls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cultural markets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>family friendly entertainment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Organisers say the festival continues its focus on Afro centric music and cultural collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bassline Fest Details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Event<\/th><th>Venue<\/th><th>Date<\/th><th>Ticket Prices<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Bassline Fest<\/td><td>Constitution Hill<\/td><td>23 May<\/td><td>R250 to R350<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-84-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37051\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-84-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-84-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-84-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-84-150x75.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-84-450x225.png 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-84.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.joburgstyle.co.za\/bassline-fest-2026-returns-to-johannesburg-for-a-landmark-africa-day-celebration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Joburg Style<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1283038848\" 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\">Kingsmead Book Fair Draws Readers to Rosebank<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The annual Kingsmead Book Fair returns this weekend with authors, literary discussions and panel sessions taking place at Kingsmead College in Rosebank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event has become one of Gauteng\u2019s major literary gatherings and is expected to attract readers, publishers, authors and students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visitors can attend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>author talks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>debates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>book signings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>literary discussions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>food and lifestyle experiences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kingsmead Book Fair<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Event<\/th><th>Venue<\/th><th>Date<\/th><th>Ticket Prices<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Kingsmead Book Fair<\/td><td>Kingsmead College<\/td><td>23 May<\/td><td>R60 to R115<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\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-85.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-85.png 750w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-85-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-85-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-85-450x300.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1592764228\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Australopithecus Brings Satire to Wits Theatre<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The satirical stage production <em>Australopithecus<\/em> continues its run at Wits Downstairs Theatre this weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The production explores themes linked to colonial anthropology, race and historical scientific practices through dark satire and political commentary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The play has drawn attention for its bold storytelling and historical themes tied to South African identity and institutional history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Australopithecus at Wits Theatre<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Event<\/th><th>Venue<\/th><th>Dates<\/th><th>Ticket Prices<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Australopithecus<\/td><td>Wits Downstairs Theatre<\/td><td>Until 24 May<\/td><td>R60 to R100<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"528\" height=\"352\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-86.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37055\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-86.png 528w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-86-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-86-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-86-450x300.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 528px) 100vw, 528px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1591445648\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-318072140\" 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\">Art, Museums and Cultural Festivals Across Joburg<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Johannesburg\u2019s cultural spaces remain active this weekend with multiple exhibitions and public programmes taking place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Highlights include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>JOZI aMUSE Festival of Museums<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-87.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37057\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-87.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-87-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-87-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-87-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-87-450x253.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.joburgetc.com\/whats-on\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Joburg ETC<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>RMB Latitudes Art Fair<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-89-1024x341.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37059\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-89-1024x341.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-89-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-89-768x256.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-89-150x50.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-89-450x150.png 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-89.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.quicket.co.za\/events\/360810-rmb-latitudes-art-fair-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Quicket<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IDAHOBIT events at Goethe Institut<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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-90.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37060\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-90.png 675w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-90-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-90-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-90-450x450.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 675px) 100vw, 675px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goethe.de\/ins\/za\/en\/ver.cfm?event_id=27261838\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Goethe-Institut<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Main Street Sunday Art Fair<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-91-1024x341.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37061\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-91-1024x341.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-91-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-91-768x256.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-91-150x50.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-91-450x150.png 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-91.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.quicket.co.za\/events\/374007-main-street-sunday-art-fair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Quicket<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The citywide museum festival includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>workshops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>guided tours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>artist talks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>after parties<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>storytelling sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Meanwhile, the RMB Latitudes Art Fair continues drawing visitors to Shepstone Gardens with contemporary African art exhibitions and installations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Theatre Productions Continue Across Gauteng<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Several theatre productions are also running this weekend including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Pretty Woman: The Musical<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-92.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-92.png 900w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-92-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-92-768x427.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-92-150x83.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-92-450x250.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.co.za\/Attraction_Review-g186338-d20136693-Reviews-Pretty_Woman_the_Musical-London_England.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tripadvisor<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Sarafina!<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\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-93.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37063\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-93.png 750w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-93-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-93-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-93-450x300.png 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1481374316\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Webtickets<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>The Wizard of AAHS<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-94-1024x341.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-94-1024x341.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-94-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-94-768x256.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-94-150x50.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-94-450x150.png 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-94.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.quicket.co.za\/events\/362893-wizard-of-aahs\/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExT28zdzJSNnZOYkNzT0w3MXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4jS8L1HBrMbOXfd_pJiZiElzqOCxLb9Qbr4ZbbCfLA2zCwSRoBGnbqo4873g_aem_b0c1tHuiY2imSu3xCnkVNQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Quicket<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Fathers, Sons and Soft Vengeance<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-95.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37065\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-95.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-95-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.quicket.co.za\/events\/375030-albie-sachs-fathers-sons-soft-vengeance-fundraiser-for-courage-hub-sa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Quicket<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many productions are approaching the end of their Johannesburg runs before closing later this month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3441105514\" 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\">Wellness, Markets and Family Events Expand Weekend Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond concerts and stage productions, Gauteng residents can also attend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>yoga and wellness sessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>outdoor markets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cycling events<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>padel experiences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dog friendly obstacle events<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>roller skating pop ups<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Popular family friendly experiences this weekend include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wits Digital Dome shows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pop Up Roller Rink<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oneplan Muddy Puppy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>City Sightseeing Johannesburg tours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Woodlands Boulevard Art Exhibit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What This Means for Gauteng Residents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This weekend\u2019s event lineup reflects Gauteng\u2019s growing role as one of South Africa\u2019s busiest entertainment and cultural hubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Residents have access to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>large scale festivals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>affordable local comedy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>family activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>literary events<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>theatre productions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>live music experiences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The concentration of events across Johannesburg, Pretoria and surrounding areas also supports:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>local tourism<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hospitality businesses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>restaurants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>transport services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>creative industries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many events additionally create opportunities for emerging artists, performers and small businesses operating within Gauteng\u2019s cultural economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3151342683\" 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\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which major events are happening in Gauteng this weekend?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Major events include Bassline Fest, Funny Galore Comedy Nights, Kingsmead Book Fair, Heal The World ballet and multiple theatre productions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is Tall Ass Mo performing?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tall Ass Mo performs at Simas Funny Galore Comedy Club in Emmarentia on 22 May 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are there family friendly events available?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Family friendly activities include Wits Digital Dome shows, museum festivals, roller skating and sightseeing experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which events are already selling out?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some sessions at RMB Latitudes Art Fair and selected theatre productions are already nearing capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are there affordable events available?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Several events offer tickets below R100, including comedy shows, theatre productions and museum experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens Next?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many of Gauteng\u2019s current productions and festivals will conclude before the end of May, while organisers are expected to announce additional winter events and school holiday programmes in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Event organisers have also indicated that several annual festivals featured this weekend will return in 2027 with expanded programming and larger audience capacity following growing public demand.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gauteng\u2019s entertainment calendar is packed this weekend with comedy shows, live music festivals, theatre productions, ballet performances, book fairs and immersive cultural events taking place across Johannesburg, Pretoria and surrounding areas. 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