Events to keep you entertained in Joburg
Here are fun events to attend this month around Johannesburg.
October 28: Johannesburg Pride 23
Johannesburg Pride, also known as Joburg Pride or Jozi Pride, is an annual LGBTQ+ pride celebration held in Johannesburg. It is one of the most significant pride events on the African continent, attracting thousands of people every year to stand together in support of LGBTQ+ rights and visibility.
The first Johannesburg Pride took place in 1990, making it the oldest and one of the most established pride events in Africa. Over the years, it has grown significantly in size and importance, playing a crucial role in promoting LGBTQ+ rights, acceptance, and inclusivity in South Africa and beyond.
Held every year around October, Johannesburg Pride usually spans a week or more, featuring a diverse range of events and activities. These typically include educational workshops, art exhibitions, film screenings, live music, drag shows, and panel discussions, among other things. The festivities culminate in a vibrant and colourful pride parade, which sees participants marching through the streets of Johannesburg, celebrating their identities and promoting LGBTQ+ visibility.
- Where: DP Wanderers Stadium, Corlett Drive, Illovo, Sandton
- Date: October 28
- When: 10:00 to 22:00
- Cost: Free
October 28 to 29: Queer Social 2023
Queer Social is a yearly event aimed at celebrating the queer community and allies. The organiser calls on all to come and celebrate with them.
- Where: Maracanà, 58 Wierda Road, Wierda Valley, Sandton
- Date: October 28 to 29
- When: 12:00 to 02:00
- Costs: Free
October 25: AI Conference 2023
The Artificial Intelligence Business Conference is one of South Africa’s largest conferences and exhibitions to look at the practical implications of AI for enterprise organisations, the actual solutions that are transforming business productivity.
The quality of the conference exhibition is unrivalled and one will hear exclusive, inspirational presentations from acclaimed speakers representing the world’s leading enterprises. They will share a platform that highlights both AI business strategy and technical know-how in a comprehensive agenda that goes beyond the mundane and into deep, actionable insights. This AI Business Conference aims to help business leaders, data scientists and engineer successfully implement their AI projects.
- Where: The Maslow Hotel Sandton, Rivonia Road/ Grayston Drive, Sandton.
- Date: October 25
- When: 08:00 to 17:00
- Costs: From R3500
- Tickets: https://www.quicket.co.za/events/228621-ai-conference-2023/?ref=events-list#/
