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Chinese New Year

14 Feb 2010 (annual)

Honouring family ancestors and the gods of the household, the Chinese New Year in Johannesburg is a massive festivity. Vigorous dragon dancing, tea ceremonies and traditional Chinese food draw…

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International Fashion Sale

25 - 28 Feb 2010 (annual)

If you love a bargain, the International Fashion Sale at Johannesburg's Coca-Cola Dome provides the perfect opportunity to spruce up your wardrobe. D&G, Guess, Roberto Cavalli, CK and many…

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Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series

Mar 2010 (monthly)

Located on the shore of Johannesburg's Emmarentia Dam, the Botanic Gardens are the venue for the annual Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series, which brings a cool line-up to the city's hot…

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Hobby-X

4 - 7 Mar 2010 (annual)

Held at Johannesburg's Coca-Cola Dome, Hobby-X is South Africa's largest craft and hobby show, with interactive stands, demonstrations and workshops. Visit to enrich your existing collection…

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FNB Dance Umbrella

27 Feb - 14 Mar 2010 (annual)

The FNB Dance Umbrella Festival has been going strong since 1989. Now it returns to venues throughout Johannesburg to showcase new and exciting contemporary dance work from South African and…

Thoko Seganye,  FNB Dance Umbrella, Johannesburg. Photo credit to John Hogg
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Gardenex

26 - 28 Mar 2010 (annual)

The largest and most popular floriculture exhibition in South Africa, Gardenex returns to Johannesburg's Coca-Cola Dome in Northgate. A packed programme and hundreds of exhibits attract 20,000…

Riot of colour at  Gardenex, Johannesburg. Courtesy of Gardenex
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Joburg Art Fair

26 - 28 Mar 2010 (annual)

Held at Sandton Convention Centre, Joburg Art Fair is exclusively devoted to African art. The show features pieces from local and international galleries, including photography, furniture…

Gerard Quenum, Femmes Peuls 2007. Courtesy of October Gallery
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Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series

Apr 2010 (monthly)

Located on the shore of Johannesburg's Emmarentia Dam, the Botanic Gardens are the venue for the annual Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series, which brings a cool line-up to the city's hot…

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Joburg Easter Festival

31 Mar - 11 Apr 2010 (annual)

Innovative, lively and unbelievably big, the Joburg Easter Festival packs the Expo Centre with a wide-ranging programme of events and exhibitions. Arts and film festivals provide a cultural…

Artwork at Joburg Easter Festival, Johannesburg. Courtesy of Joburg Easter Festival
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World Holiday & Travel Fair

16 - 18 Apr 2010 (annual)

The World Holiday & Travel Fair at Johannesburg's Coca-Cola Dome appeals to everyone from backpackers to families with children. Live cultural performances from traditional dancers and bands…

The World Holiday & Travel Fair logo, Johannesburg. Courtesy of World Holiday & Travel Fair
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Extreme Auto Show

24 - 27 Apr 2010 (annual)

The Extreme Auto Show at Johannesburg's Coca-Cola Dome displays the latest cars and bikes alongside multimedia, gaming and navigation products. A catwalk show previews the country's new…

A car on display at Extreme Auto Show, Johannesburg. Photo courtesy of Extreme Auto Show
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Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series

May 2010 (monthly)

Located on the shore of Johannesburg's Emmarentia Dam, the Botanic Gardens are the venue for the annual Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series, which brings a cool line-up to the city's hot…

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The Baby Expo

13 - 16 May 2010 (various dates)

The kids will love meeting Barney and his friends at The Baby Expo, South Africa's most popular parenting expo with four editions per year. Shows, competitions, product launches and workshops…

Barney™, BJ™ and Baby Bop™. Courtesy of The Baby Expo
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Grand Designs Live

21 - 23 May 2010 (annual)

Built on the success of the multi-award winning UK TV show Grand Designs, Grand Designs Live takes over Johannesburg's Coca-Cola Dome with cutting-edge design products and solutions. See…

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The Wine Show

4 - 6 Jun 2010 (annual)

Held at Midrand's Gallagher Convention Centre, between Johannesburg and Pretoria, The Wine Show lets visitors taste and buy wines from around 130 estates. The Wine Theatre is a winemaking…

Wine selection at The Wine Show, Johannesburg. Courtesy of The Wine Show
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Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series

Jun 2010 (monthly)

Located on the shore of Johannesburg's Emmarentia Dam, the Botanic Gardens are the venue for the annual Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series, which brings a cool line-up to the city's hot…

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Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series

Jul 2010 (monthly)

Located on the shore of Johannesburg's Emmarentia Dam, the Botanic Gardens are the venue for the annual Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series, which brings a cool line-up to the city's hot…

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Your Family Creative Craft

Jul 2010 (annual)

The Emperor's Palace, right next to Johannesburg airport, is the venue for Your Family Creative Craft, a vast arty expo covering mosaics, doll making, model clay working, glass cutting…

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Football for Hope

3 - 10 Jul 2010 (annual)

Coinciding with the World Cup, Football for Hope promotes social development through football with a fast-paced, referee-free football tournament at Alexandra's N.3 Square in Johannesburg.…

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Artists of Africa

11 May - 11 Jul 2010; not Mon

The official 2010 FIFA World Cup host city event for Johannesburg, Artists of Africa showcases contemporary African art at Museum Africa. Take a virtual journey across the continent through…

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World of Dogs, Cats and Pets Exhibition

Jul 2010 (annual)

Held at Johannesburg's Coca-Cola Dome, the World of Dogs, Cats and Pets Exhibition celebrates all furry (and feathery) things, attracting families with children, potential pet owners and…

Jack Russell Terrier. Photo by Barbara Realini
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Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series

Aug 2010 (monthly)

Located on the shore of Johannesburg's Emmarentia Dam, the Botanic Gardens are the venue for the annual Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series, which brings a cool line-up to the city's hot…

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The Boys in the Photograph

23 May - 8 Aug 2010

Johannesburg Civic Theatre presents The Boys in the Photograph, one of many events running parallel to the 2010 World Cup. Written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Ben Elton, the musical is based…

Poster image of The Boys in the Photograph. Courtesy of Johannesburg Civic Theatre
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Decorex

5 - 9 Aug 2010 (annual)

Held at Johannesburg's Gallagher Convention Centre, Decorex aims to stimulate imagination and drive innovation within the South African design scene. Talks and workshops focus on lifestyle…

A piece at Decorex by Laurie Owen. Courtesy of Decorex
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Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival

Aug 2010 (annual)

The biggest annual jazz festival in Johannesburg, the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival presents local and international stars at venues all over town, including Bassline and The Laboratory.…

Bob Baldwin. Courtesy of Joy of Jazz Festival
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The Women's Show

27 - 29 Aug 2010 (annual)

Held at Johannesburg's Coca-Cola Dome, The Women's Show provides a space for women to celebrate all things feminine. More than 100 exhibits, live events and six interactive feature areas…

The Women's Show logo. Courtesy of SE Shows and Events
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SA Ballet Theatre

12 Apr - 29 Aug 2010 (annual)

Based at the Johannesburg Civic Theatre, the SA Ballet Theatre presents an annual season that encompasses classical ballets and new works by South African choreographers. Public open days and…

Swan Lake. Photo by John Hogg, courtesy of SA Ballet Theatre
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Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series

Sep 2010 (monthly)

Located on the shore of Johannesburg's Emmarentia Dam, the Botanic Gardens are the venue for the annual Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series, which brings a cool line-up to the city's hot…

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Lucky Fish Music Festival

Sep 2010 (annual)

The Route 28 Resort in Westonaria, just 50km from central Johannesburg, hosts the Lucky Fish Music Festival. There are live concerts on seven stages and DJs, comedians and extreme sport shows…

Lucky Fish Music Festival, Johannesburg. ⓒ Wayne Nel, courtesy of Lucky Fish Music Festival
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New Dance Festival

Sep 2010 (annual)

Johannesburg's New Dance Festival is a platform for contemporary dance, presenting a selection of works by local and international artists at the Wits Theatre and The Dance Factory.…

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Out In Africa South African Gay & Lesbian Film Festival

Sep 2010 (annual)

The Out In Africa South African Gay & Lesbian Film Festival originally coincided with the election of Nelson Mandela as President. It showcases the best gay and lesbian cinema at…

Out In Africa South African Gay & Lesbian Film Festival. Courtesy of Out in Africa Image courtesy Out in Africa
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Arts Alive

Sep 2010 (annual)

Johannesburg's month-long Arts Alive festival, based in the inner-city Newtown Cultural Precinct, marks the beginning of spring with music, dance, theatre and more. World-class cultural…

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Rocking the Gardens

Oct 2010 (annual)

A sister event of the popular Rocking the Daisies, South Africa's premier music festival, Rocking the Gardens invites some of the country's best talent to play at Johannesburg's Botanic…

Rocking the Gardens logo, Johannesburg. Courtesy of Rocking the Gardens
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Johannesburg Pride

Sep - Oct 2010 (annual)

First held in 1990, Johannesburg Pride is both the original and largest South African Gay and Lesbian Pride celebration. A week-long extravaganza of cultural and club events, theatre and art…

Dressing up at Johannesburg Pride. Photo by Luiz deBarros. Courtesy of Johannesburg Pride
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Newtown Diwali Festival

Oct 2010 (annual)

The Newtown Diwali Festival in Newtown Precinct is Johannesburg's celebration of the Indian festival of lights. Dance, music, arts and crafts, fashion shows and a Bollywood-style street party…

Newtown Diwali Festival, Johannesburg. Courtesy of Newtown Diwali Festival
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Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series

Oct 2010 (monthly)

Located on the shore of Johannesburg's Emmarentia Dam, the Botanic Gardens are the venue for the annual Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series, which brings a cool line-up to the city's hot…

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rAge

Oct 2010 (annual)

Promoted as South Africa's biggest gaming and technology expo, rAge showcases the latest in PC and console gaming, cutting-edge computer hardware and software, music and more at Johannesburg's…

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Baba Indaba

22 - 24 Oct 2010 (annual)

Baba Indaba, meaning "baby news", is South Africa's leading consumer exhibition on absolutely everything for the little ones. There are five editions per year, with the October one taking…

Baba Indaba logo. Courtesy of Baba Indaba
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Good Food and Wine Show

Oct - Nov 2010 (annual)

The Good Food and Wine Show is Africa's premier celebration of food, wine and lifestyle. It pinpoints global trends in the culinary world, attracting international chefs, professional cocktail…

Demonstrating how it's done at the Good Food & Wine Show, South Africa. Courtesy of Gourmet SA
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AVA Expo

Oct - Nov 2010 (annual)

Johannesburg's premier technology exhibition comes to the Sandton Convention Centre. From TV and sound systems to games and music instruments, the AVA Expo presents the latest hi-tech toys on…

AVA Expo logo. Courtesy of AVA Expo
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Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series

Nov 2010 (monthly)

Located on the shore of Johannesburg's Emmarentia Dam, the Botanic Gardens are the venue for the annual Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series, which brings a cool line-up to the city's hot…

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Whisky Live Festival

Nov 2010 (annual)

Held at Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, the Whisky Live Festival presents examples from around the world, attracting 15,000 devotees. Workshops led by international experts offer a…

The Whisky Live Festival logo. Courtesy of the Whisky Live Festival
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The Baby Expo

25 - 27 Nov 2010 (various dates)

The kids will love meeting Barney and his friends at The Baby Expo, South Africa's most popular parenting expo with four editions per year. Shows, competitions, product launches and workshops…

Barney™, BJ™ and Baby Bop™. Courtesy of The Baby Expo
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Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series

Dec 2010 (monthly)

Located on the shore of Johannesburg's Emmarentia Dam, the Botanic Gardens are the venue for the annual Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series, which brings a cool line-up to the city's hot…

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Christmas Carols

Dec 2010 (annual)

Conducted by Richard Cock, the Symphony Choir of Johannesburg and the full Johannesburg Festival Orchestra kick start the festive season with Christmas Carols for the whole family. The…

Christmas decoration. Photo by Barbara Realini, © Whatsonwhen
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Gerard Sekoto Youth Festival

Dec 2010 (annual)

Dedicated to the late artist, the Gerard Sekoto Youth Festival encourages young people to explore their creativity. Enjoy an artists' conference at Johannesburg Art Gallery, or join workshops…

Gerard Sekoto Youth Festival, Johannesburg. Courtesy of Johannesburg Art Gallery
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Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series

Jan 2011 (monthly)

Located on the shore of Johannesburg's Emmarentia Dam, the Botanic Gardens are the venue for the annual Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series, which brings a cool line-up to the city's hot…

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Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series

Feb 2011 (monthly)

Located on the shore of Johannesburg's Emmarentia Dam, the Botanic Gardens are the venue for the annual Old Mutual Encounters Concert Series, which brings a cool line-up to the city's hot…

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MPH - Live Motor Show

Feb 2011 (annual)

Stunt-driving and and live-action sequences come to Johannesburg's Coca-Cola Dome at the MPH - Live Motor Show. Test-drive cars, browse motoring exhibits and relive popular elements from TV's…

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Maropeng

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Maropeng is the new visitor centre at the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site in Magaliesberg, around 45 minutes from Johannesburg. A complex of limestone caves, including the Sterkfontein…

Maropeng Visitors Centre. Courtesy of the Cradle of Humankind
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