Gig Guide: Easter Weekend
JOBURG – Easter time is upon us and its all about the Easter bunny and the Easter eggs that will be consumed. Photo supplied
Easter weekend is here, much to the delight of many, as trips are planned and Easter egg hunts are the order of the day. Even though Joburg becomes quiet over this period, there are still many activities to keep you happy and entertained. There are plenty of kid-friendly events for parents with little ones and also for the bachelors and bachelorettes who wish to party the weekend away.
Bonfire Hearts
Bring friends and family to Cresta Barnyard Theatre’s Bonfire Hearts featuring the music of Neil Diamond, Cat Stevens, Mumford and Sons, Shania Twain, Avicii, Leonard Cohen, John Denver and others. Bonfire Hearts is a spectacular show of musical quality, beauty, power, emotion, rhythm, harmony and mostly it’s a show featuring music that is everlasting. This show is a must attend and children are allowed.
Where: Cresta Barnyard Theatre
When: 24 March until 17 April
Time: 8pm (Monday – Saturday) 2pm (Sunday)
Cost: R180
Easter Sports Festival
St Stithians College celebrates its annual Easter Sports Festival. In its 33rd year, St Stithians will welcome over 1 000 players to participate in over 200 fixtures in seven different sporting disciplines.
Where: St Stithians College
When: 24 March until 28 March
Time: 10am
Cost: R40
Rand Easter Show
The Rand Easter Show is back again and this year show-goers can expect to be inspired. There will be a food theatre where visitors can eat tantalising cuisine and will be treated to appearances from famous chefs. The science and technology laboratory will offer both young and old the thrill of invention, robotics and astronomy. The man cave will offer men a sanctuary where they can check out a number of gadgets, tools, big screens, surround-sound systems and whiskey tasting, while the ladies keep up with the latest in fashion trends from local designers and international brands. The kids will have an absolute blast riding thrilling rides at the fun fair.
Where: Expo Centre Nasrec
When: 25 March until 3 April
Time: 10am
Cost: R150 per adult, R50 for pensioners, R50 for children (13 – 16 years old) and R20 for children (6 – 12 years old).
Easter Bunny at the Wanderers Club
Looking for something fun for the whole family to do on Easter Sunday? Then join the Easter Bunny at the Wanderers Club for a day filled with fun. There will be an Easter egg hunt, an Easter parade, a jumping castle and a jungle gym to keep the little ones busy. Parents can treat themselves to a fantastic selection of fine wines, delicious foods and a wide variety of craft beers as well as live music.
Where: The Wanderers Club
When: 27 March
Time: 10am
Cost: Free
Electric Dawn Album Tour
The Wits Theatre presents The Electric Dawn Album Tour by saxophonist Alastair Penman who is hailed as a pioneering instrumentalist. Bring friends along and be enchanted by the fusion of saxophone, electronics and haunting melodies. Penman’s explosive technique is set to move emotions.
Where: Wits Theatre Braamfontein
When: 5 April
Time: 7pm
Cost: R85
