The Rand Show promises to be an event to look forward to even after 125 years.
While the show promises something for everyone, talented Springsites should take note that they can put themselves in line to win R125 000 in prize money by taking part in the Joburg’s Talent event.
Caxton Local Media is, for the first time, an official media sponsor of the Rand Show, which celebrates its 125th birthday this year.
The line-up of exhibitors and what to expect at the various pavilions was revealed to the media and VIP guests at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, at Nasrec, on February 21, which coincided with ticket sales opening.
The charities which will benefit from the show this year are the SABC Foundation and the CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation.
Managing director of Caxton Local Media Jaco Koekemoer told guests he too has very fond memories of the Rand Show and that Caxton is honoured to help build the “Rand Show community”.
“Joburg’s best day out” promises something for everyone and takes place between April 19 and 28 at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, in Nasrec.
Big drawcards this year are car giveaways, big money prizes, a kitchen makeover and trips to the USA and England.
How to audition for Joburg’s Talent:
• Entries opened on February 25.
• Submit a video no longer than three minutes with clear sound and visual quality (check the audio before uploading).
• Do not over-edit your video or use professional sound equipment (they are looking for a straightforward, unedited performance that shows both your personality and talent, even if it’s just you introducing yourself on camera and performing in your living room or backyard).
• Nominees will perform live on stage.
• Celebrity judges will crown the overall winner of Joburg’s Talent 2019.
These are the other attractions to look forward to:
• A new gaming pavilion which will feature gaming, cosplay and dance … and a Fortnite gaming competition with over R100 000 in prize money.
• A public reality cooking show, the Jacaranda Clash of Ages, with R125 000 prize money up for grabs.
• The SA Garden & Home flower and décor pavilion.
• Africa’s best military display by the SANDF.
• The introduction of the Drum Majorette Gold Cup, which will attract 1 400 competitors.
• South Africa’s biggest fitness and fashion extravaganza, Fitness Runway Model, with some of the most beautiful people in the country participating.
Wait, there’s more …
• Irish sword-swallower Murray Malloy.
• Cape Town’s famous Zip Zap Circus.
• The World of Motoring.
• Adrenaline seekers can take on the zip line in the Suzuki Adventure Zone.
• Riveting rides in the amusement park.
• The Kalahari Scientist will wow everybody in the Science and Tech Zone.
• Historians will love the 125-year Rand Show Museum.
What you can win:
• A Suzuki Swift (by buying your tickets online).
• Easylife Kitchens home makeover.
• Trips to TwitchCon USA, the Chelsea Flower Show in England and getaways to Lesotho, Kirstenbosch Gardens and much more.
Tickets are on sale now and child and pensioner prices are available.
