• 6 to 7 March – The Fertility Show Africa (FSA) coming to Gauteng
Africa’s first dedicated fertility show takes place in Johannesburg to help the estimated one in six couples battling infertility issues. Fertility Show Africa (FSA) offers visitors a unique opportunity to meet face-to-face with leading fertility, adoption and surrogacy specialists, and find as alternative fertility solutions and products in one place, at one time and in a discreet and supportive environment, making the show an invaluable resource for those looking to start or expand their family. FSA takes place at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, Gauteng. For more details, visit https://www.fertilityshowafrica.co.za.
• 8 to 13 April – NAG brings gaming’s best to the 2020 Rand Show
The new-look Rand Show just got bigger and better for gamers and geeks. The show’s Play Zone 2 is being transformed into every escapist’s dream as the Festival of Gaming explodes onto the scene. The team at NAG has partnered with the Rand Show to turn Hall 8 into an epic geek destination. The Festival of Gaming will play host to a variety of video games, gadgets, tech, e-sports and cosplay, plus a feast of other pop culture delights. Digital battles, booming bandwidth, all the gaming and tech gadgets you need and loads of cool toys, collectibles and must-have gear, along with tournaments and other digital attractions, will be on hand to tempt seasoned geeks and newcomers alike. Another exciting addition to the Festival of Gaming will be the World Cosplay Summit (WCS) South African Championship. Visit https://randshow.co.za/ for more information.
• 8 to 13 April – Marvel sets its sights on the 2020 Rand Show
The Rand Show is excited to announce that just like a real superhero, the Marvel Find Your Power Junior Super Hero Training Academy will be swooping in to thrill families at the 2020 show. This experience is not only a brand-new addition to one of SA’s most iconic events, but it is also a unique offering that families will not be able to experience just anywhere. In line with a host of new offerings and the pledge from organisers that there will be a new world to #discover, the unique training academy is a Marvel-themed event for children up to 12 years old, and will see them learning the moves of some of Marvel’s most well-known superhero characters in specially curated sessions. Visit https://www.randshow.co.za for more info.
• 21 March – Right2Unite Festival for the People
It’s said that among all the cultural, social or political tools available to humankind to marshal thought and commitment into cohesive and purposeful action, music remains the singularly most powerful. Who could forget Live Aid across the world, The Nelson Mandela Festival in London and our own Concert in the Park in 1985 which brought together 150 000 South Africans of all hues and persuasions to celebrate, through music, the oneness of the people in the face of apartheid. Right2Unite, a progressive social movement that is dedicated to the advancement of equality, tolerance, engagement, unity and cohesion, based around the core value of human rights, is proud to announce the first three artists to grace the stage at its upcoming Right2Unite Festival for the People at the Cradle Boutique Hotel in Kromdraai. With more amazing and exciting artists to be announced over the coming weeks, The Right2Unite Festival for the People promises to be the ultimate feel-good unifying music, dance, art and cultural event of 2020. Some of the artists include the Ndlovu Youth Choir, Apple Gule and Easy Freak. For more information on Right2Unite and the Festival, please go to https://www.right2unite.co.za #right2unite.
• 29 April to 2 May – WWE LIVE™ returns to South Africa
WWE LIVE will return to South Africa in 2020 with events on Wednesday, 29 April at the Grand Arena at GrandWest in Cape Town; Thursday, 30 April at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban; and Friday, 1 and Saturday, 2 May at the Ticketpro Dome in Johannesburg. Fans attending WWE LIVE will see their favourite superstars including Seth Rollins™, Becky Lynch™, Charlotte Flair™, Bobby Lashley™, The O.C.™, Ricochet™, Aleister Black™ and more. *Talent line-up subject to change.
• 14 February – National big-screen release of SA feature film, Bhai’s Cafe
Bhai’s Café is set to make its national big-screen release on Valentine’s Day 2020. The 100-minute film is filled with drama, romance and good humour. It is produced by Razia Rawoot and Maynard Kraak, the latter also being the director. Bhai’s Cafe focuses on “family, urban gentrification and romance with a Bollywood touch” and was filmed entirely on location in Cape Town. For more info about Bhai’s Café and the entire film festival, visit https://www.joburgfilmfestival.co.za/.
• 21 to 23 April – West Rand Careers Exhibition
The Rotary Club of Krugersdorp is once again coordinating the West Rand Careers Exhibition for the 30th consecutive year. It will take place in the Greenhills Hall, Greenhills Stadium, Randfontein, corner of Homestead Avenue and on Northway Road, Greenhills, Randfontein. Learners wishing to visit the exhibition can do so on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9am until 1pm. The exhibition closes daily at 1pm. For further information, contact Dehlia/ Claudette on 011 953 3727.
• 8 to 13 April – Cook up a storm and win big at Rand Show 2020
It’s time to brave the heat and get into the kitchen for the Jacaranda Clash of Kitchens at the Rand Show 2020. If you have a passion for food, this one’s for you. The Jacaranda Clash of Kitchens is a reality cooking competition with R150 000 in cash and prizes up for grabs, going to South Africa’s brightest culinary champions with a flair for fabulous flavours. 125 teams of two people each will compete in live cooking elimination rounds over six intense days in the Show’s new Foodie Zone. To ensure that the competition is fair, every team will have to create dishes using ingredients from mystery baskets. Easylife Kitchens will be sponsoring all the workstations for the Jacaranda Clash of Kitchens, so contestants will be fully equipped to do their best. And when Rand Show 2020 wraps up, workstations will be donated to a charity. Teams will be judged on creativity, taste and presentation. And mentor judges will be on hand to provide guidance and feedback, at least up until the final 32 teams are revealed. After that, the teams are on their own. Celebrity judges and chefs chosen by the SA Chefs Association and Vicky Crease Catering will ultimately decide who walks away with the Jacaranda Clash of Kitchens title and the grand prize. Visit www.randshow.co.za now to enter. If you’d just like to watch Joburg’s finest cooks creating delicious tastes and aromas, buy your tickets for #MyRandShow today by visiting www.randshow.co.za and click on Buy Tickets Now.
• 8 to 13 April – Are you Joburg’s next great talent?
Entries are now open for Joburg’s Talent – the Rand Show’s own epic talent search, which is giving gifted South African performers their unique place in the spotlight. Joburg’s Talent 2020 is bigger than ever before. So, if you think you have what it takes to wow the crowds and take your performing career to the next level, now is your time to shine. There are cash prizes totalling R125 000 up for grabs for Joburg’s most impressive and talented contestants, plus Golden Tickets to the final auditions for Born to Perform at the Teatro at Montecasino in 2021. It doesn’t stop there. There will also be vouchers for the Stageworx School of Performing Arts to be won. Vouchers can be put towards classes, show reels, professional photographs, music videos or song production. Finalists will also be given links to their performances, to use on their show reels or to share on social media. Are you Joburg’s next great talent? Visit www.randshow.co.za to enter, or if you’d just like to watch Joburg’s newest talent in action, buy your tickets for Joburg’s best day out at the Rand Show today.
• 5 tot 8 Maart – Dis amper tyd vir die Randfontein Skou!
Marcelle Mans, skoukoördineerder het aangekondig dat daar geen verhoging in toegangsgelde vir die 2020 Skou is nie omdat hulle graag Randfonteiners die kans wil gun om meer as een keer die Skou te besoek. Die 2020 Skou gaan ‘n paar verrassings en nuwe inisiatiewe oplewer o.a. die ‘Afskop Jol’ op Donderdag, 5 Maart om 7nm met Dirk van der Westhuizen, Kurt Darren, Die Campbells, Sgoob Kwela Pantsula dansers, Petro de Villiers (The Voice) en Vincent Gorden. Groot pryse kan gewen word in die vele gelukstrekkings. Die Skou-markiestent trek ook ‘n nuwe baadjie aan met ‘n groot kuierarea binne die tent waar skoubesoekers kan terugsit met ietsie koud vir die keel en iets te ete terwyl hulle al die vertonings op die Standard Bank-verhoog geniet. Die opwindende Pom-pomkompetisie skuif na Vrydagaand, 6 Maart vanaf 6nm om deelnemers ook die kans te gee om na die kompetisie die Skou verder te geniet. Daar is weer ‘n verskeidenheid vermaak vir klein en groot op die Skou-spyskaart. Een van die groot gunstelinge, Demi Lee Moore, tree vir die eerste keer by die Skou op. Spoegwolf, Robbie Wessels, Theuns Jordaan, Early B, Juan Boucher, Nicholis Louw, Arno Jordaan, Willem Botha, Deon Groot en Fatman is ‘n paar van die manne wat by die Skou gaan optree. Saterdag, 7 Maart is daar hondevertonings, ‘n lugskou, rofstoei, ‘n sterkmanuitdaging, tromspeler, tradisionele dansers, hip-hopvertoning, sokkerspeletjies, akrobate, mimiekkunstenaars en vele meer te sien. Sondag, 8 Maart bied die Skou ‘n Droogtehulp Fondsinsamelings Projek vanaf 8.30vm in die Skou Markiestent aan met Burre Burger as die spreker. Die klassiekekar-klub bring ook van hulle spogmotors om uit te stal. Persone wat op 29 Februarie verjaar, kry die kans om die skou gratis te besoek. Navrae: Skoukantoor by 011 412 2878/1562 of epos na joy@randfonteininfo.co.za.
• Never a dull moment at Silverstar this February
Your weekends are sorted for entertainment in February as Silverstar has shows for everyone to enjoy. The jam-packed line-up is as follows … Wednesday, 12 February to Sunday, 8 March: Full Moon Fever @ Barnyard; Saturday, 15 February: Die Campbells @ Barnyard; Saturday, 22 February: Straatligkinders @ Barnyard; Thursday, 27 February: Jan Blohm @ Barnyard; from Friday, 28 February to Saturday, 29 February: The Soil @ The Ballroom; from Saturday, 29 February: Refentse @ Barnyard; and Friday, 6 March: Lebo Sekgobela – Hymns & Worship Experience Tour @ Silverstar Centre Ballroom.
• 13 March – Daredevil Run 2020: Are you man enough?/ Daredevil 2020-wedloop: Is jy mans genoeg?
Imagine it – thousands of South African men of every shape and colour, clad in purple speedos, running for a common goal. On 13 March at Zoo Lake in Johannesburg, they will participate in the 10th Hollard Daredevil Run, a phenomenon that has morphed into a brotherhood over the years. This year, the run is emphasising the role men play in each other’s lives and the lives of their loved ones, and the influence they have to inspire positive outcomes. The Hollard Daredevil Run is all about creating awareness of male cancers, and saving lives through encouraging and enabling preventative screening. The Daredevil Run is only open to men, can only be run in a specially provided speedo (and running shoes!) and takes place during peak-hour Johannesburg traffic. For the 10th run, they are looking for guys to not only be brave and do the Daredevil Run, but also to dare their mates, bros, majitas and colleagues to join them in putting on a purple speedo and taking to the streets. To book your spot for the 10th Daredevil Run, visit www.daredevilrun.com/enter-now-details.
• 27 February to 1 March – Homemakers Expo in Randburg
Homemakers Expo brings you top-notch exhibitors showcasing an array of beautiful products and expert insight all under one roof at the Ticketpro Dome. Themed InHabit, the show is about improving the way you live in your home. This includes environmental sustainability, story-sharing, supporting local businesses and being better informed about product origins. With feature areas on DIY, cooking, interior design, artisanal products and food, it’s an opportunity to do more than merely occupy space; it’s about developing a lifestyle where you can truly InHabit spaces and boldly connect with those around you. Details: www.ticketprodome.co.za.
• 9 February – Cedar Tree Craft Market in Krugersdorp
Visit the Cedar Tree Craft Market from 10am to 3pm at Khosa Sports Club and buy a special gift for Valentine’s Day. Secure parking, no entrance fee, pet-friendly and there will be live music.
• 14 February – Valentine’s picnic under the stars in Roodepoort
Imagine the stars shining on a cool evening and you and your better half relaxing passionately under a tree rekindling your relationship. The only sound you hear is Spanish singer Julio Iglesias echoing When you tell me that you love me. That is likely to become a reality on Valentine’s Day at the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden from 6pm. The Valentine’s Picnic can also be a family outing to enjoy the serene outdoors with loved ones on this special day. There will be prizes, including a night out to one of the top-class local guesthouses. Bring your picnic baskets and enjoy love-themed music and the exquisite outdoors.
• 16 February – Famous pianist in Roodepoort
Concert pianist Charl du Plessis has just released his debut solo album Freehand. He will present a piano recital featuring music from his album, alongside exciting new combinations of ragtime and Rachmaninoff at the Roodepoort Theatre from 3pm. Details: www.roodepoorttheatre.com.
• 16 February – Melville Koppies Hike
Join a 4km guided walk (takes three hours) on Melville Koppies. Learn about who used to live there while you enjoy the peace, and be surprised by the ways in which animals and plants interact. Hikers should be reasonably fit. Hike sets off at 8.30am sharp. Adults pay R80 and children R40. Funds go towards the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the Koppies. Details: Visit www.mk.org.za or call 011 482 4797.
• 19 February – Montecasino outing with U3A West Rand
The University of the Third Age (U3A) West Rand is going to Montecasino on an outing! The U3A is a learning co-operative for ‘third agers’. This term was coined to refer to what South Africans tend to call senior citizens or older people from all walks of life who are no longer in full-time employment. They will visit the Bird Gardens and see the performing birds at the show. Afterwards they will have lunch at Montecasino. Come and enjoy a fun day with them. Contact Marthie Coetzer 083 297 9565 to book your spot.
• 21 to 22 February – National High School career expo on the West Rand
Learners in Grade 10, 11 and 12 as well as their parents are invited to attend the High School Career Expo to be held at Clearwater Mall in Roodepoort over two days. The aim is to provide information about tertiary education options, subjects, loans, transportation and accommodation, and give detailed information about courses to study. Everyone is welcome. The High School Career Expo is South Africa’s only national public exhibition that is designed to help primary school children find a high school that is most suitable with a view to their future. High school learners will get the opportunity to find a tertiary education institution with programmes that best meet their needs. All learners will be able to see what tools are necessary to succeed in high school, at tertiary education level and beyond. Entrance is free for everyone to attend. The more the merrier. Visit www.career-expo.co.za for more information.
• 21, 22 and 23 February – Magical Sea and Wonderland exhibition in Randburg
Experience the Magical Sea and Wonderland exhibition at the Ticketpro Dome from 9am to 7pm. Ever wanted to see your unique drawing of, for example crown fish, great white shark or an eight-legged sea creature come to life, jump off the page and swim around in a whole new world? Don’t miss the expo! Details: www.magicseatickets.com.
• 23 February – West Side Craft and Food Market in Ruimsig
Join the West Side Craft and Food market from 10am to 3pm at Ramkiki Country Restaurant and Conference Centre. Secure parking, no entrance fee, pet-friendly and there will be live music.
• 29 February – Refentse in Krugersdorp
Catch Refentse with his guitar on stage at Barnyard Theatre, Silverstar for a performance you’ll never forget. He is a household name in the Afrikaans community so make sure you don’t miss Refentse performing his hits from his latest album Liefdegenerasie live from 8pm. Details: tsogosun.com/silverstar-casino.