What’s On in Joburg this weekend
JOHANNESBURG – Another weekend is rolling by and, once again, Joburg is pumping with awesome events.
Wine Not Pop Up Bar
29 January
4pm onwards
LevelThree Premium Venue, 14A Kramer Road, Kramerville, Sandton
Wine lovers are in for a treat at the Wine Not Pop Up Bar. Not only will there be live entertainment from the talented Irish Boere Blues duo, Beukes & Delaney, but a fine selection of vino will be available for your tasting pleasure as well. Think Porcupine Ridge, Meerlust Rubicon, Graham Beck Brut and more, including delish wine cocktails from Ice Tropez, vodka from Svedka SA and Cintron’s premier energy drink. There’s something for everyone, including a selection of tasty food.
Tickets at the door cost R100 before 7pm, which includes a complimentary glass of wine on arrival. After 7pm tickets at the door cost R150.
Details: www.facebook.com/events/200657260286144
Love & Prozac
28 January to 31 January
P.O.P Art, 286 Fox Street, Johannesburg
This smash-hit comedy shows you the funny side of dating in your 30s. Actress, Sonia Esgueira who stars as Porralicious, will have crowds rolling in the aisles depicting with 13 hilarious characters, from Sea Point trophy wives, sugar daddies and speed dating to trance parties and sangomas. This show is packed with relatable South African wit.
Tickets cost R100 online and R120 at the door.
Details: popartcentre.co.za/theatre/book-tickets/
Beginner Yoga Series in the Park
30 January
9am to 10.30am
Emmarentia Botanical Gardens, Thomas Bowler Street, Johannesburg
A series of yoga classes will be held over the next five weeks and it doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned practitioner or a complete newbie. You’ll be taught the fundamental elements of a vinyasa yoga, including breathing techniques, some core work, standing sequences, and a series of seated/lying down poses. The classes are taught by two experienced yoga teachers, so you’re in good hands.
Yoga mats and blocks will be provided.
It will cost R600 per person for five 90-minute sessions.
Details: info@yogaworks.co.za; www.facebook.com/events/1060982863932181
Braamfontein Art Tour
30 January
10am to 12pm
Velo, 85 Juta Street, Braamfontein
Take a guided walking tour and check out the fantastic street art in Braamfontein. You’ll get the details on the artists that made all the public art, street art and graffiti in the area, as well as learn about history and the area’s regeneration. It’s the perfect chance for all you budding city photographers to try new things and hit the streets for an epic adventure.
Tickets cost R150 per person.
Details: 011 678 3905; www.facebook.com/events/1524317011202317
Electric Summer – Joburg
30 January
10am to 8pm
Zoo Lake Sports Club, corner of Lower Park Drive and Westwold Way, Glamorgan
There’s nothing better than spending a Saturday afternoon soaking up the sunshine while listening to some really great tunes. Get ready for the likes of Grammy Award winners Clean Bandit as they rock the stage after GoldFish, GoodLuck, PH Fat, Al Bairre, Paul Bingham, DJ Fresh, Nick Hamman, Mark Stent and Vimo. This while the fabulous Catherine Grenfell of 5FM keeps you on your toes as she performs her emcee duties for the day.
Tickets range from R295 to R750.
Details: https://webtickets.co.za/ES
Roxette 30 Year Anniversary Tour
31 January
8.30pm
Ticketpro Dome, corner of Olievenhout Avenue and Northumberland Road
They definitely got dressed for success as Roxette is set to rock the crowd for their 30th-anniversary tour. It’s been four long years since they last stepped on South African soil so you can bet it’s going to be a night to remember.
Tickets range from R425 to R790.
Details: https://bigconcerts.computicket.com/