Weekend Events
If you were thinking of ignoring Valentine's Day, think again. There's something for everyone this year. Take a look...
Valentine’s under the African Sky – 14 February
The serene landscape of the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden awaits all romantics on Valentine’s Day. A repertoire of love songs from Teddy Pendergrass, Barry White, The Bee Gees, Julio Iglesias, Celine Dion, and many more will provide the perfect ambiance.
WHERE: Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden, Malcolm Road, Roodepoort
WHEN: Friday 14 February, 6pm-11pm
COST: R100 per couple
DETAILS: webtickets.co.za
My Big Band Valentine – 14 February
The Johannesburg Big Band will be joined by a trio of talent in the form of Naz Holland, Cito of Wonderboom and Timothy Moloi. Expect an array of timeless love songs and nothing short of brilliant from these three South African greats.
WHERE: The Lyric Theatre, Gold Reef City Casino, 14 Shaft Street, Selby
WHEN: Friday 14 February at 8pm
COST: R130-R170
DETAILS: computicket.com
Loved Up Festival – 16 February
Ditch the typical fancy dinner and moonlit kiss and celebrate Valentine’s Day by rocking to some good tunes. GoodLuck, DJ Claas Brieler (Jazzanova) & Clara Hill, Lisa Kekaula (vocalist for Basement Jaxx, The Bloody Beetroots and The BellRays), Michael Lowman, Shaun Jacobs and Mathew Gold will provide the tunes. You just need to bring the love.
WHERE: Marks Park Sports Club, Judith Road, Emmarentia
WHEN: Sunday 16 February at 12 noon
COST: R250
DETAILS: webtickets.co.za