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A Shembe religious ceremony

Ostriches are a regular feature at the Klein Karoo National Arts Festival.

Comrades Marathon

The Walk of Art takes place in Mother Nature's own art gallery.

A troupe rehearses for the Cape Minstrel's Carnival.

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Joy of Jazz

Joy of Jazz

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Events

1. Kaapse Klopse, Cape Town
   

   The streets of Cape Town come alive on 2 January when the Cape Minstrels celebrate Tweede Nuwe Jaar in style wearing brightly coloured outfits, sporting umbrellas and singing traditional songs.

   
2. Namaqualand Daisies in Springtime
   

   Namaqualand Daisies is a major event on the Northern Cape’s calendar! In springtime millions of wild daisies sprout after the first rains, a sight to behold.

   
3. Comrades Marathon
   

   This ultra-marathon that takes place between Durban and Pietermaritzburg has become known as the ‘greatest race on earth’. Great spectator value!

   
4. Grahamstown National Arts Festival
   

   In July, the student town of Grahamstown comes to live during the National Arts Festival – a celebration of song, dance and creativity.

   
5. Pick 'n Pay Argus Cycle Tour
   

   Known as one of the most popular cycling races on the planet. ‘The Argus’ takes place in and around the Cape Peninsula and attracts cyclists from all over the globe.

   
6. The Sardine Run
   

   A race of a different kind! Thousands upon thousands of silvery sardines make their way to the South Coast of KwaZulu Natal, followed closely by sharks and dolphins.

   
7. Joburg Easter Festival
   

   Lots of fun for the whole family – the Joburg Easter Festival is a great place to shop for household goods, there are also live music concerts that shouldn’t be missed.

   
8. The Soweto Derby
   

   This yearly clash between Kaiser Chiefs and Orlando Pirates at Soccer City is legendary and soccer fans around the country just love the event.

   
9. Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees
   

   This fun festival takes place in Oudtshoorn and is a celebration of Afrikaner culture. Great food stalls, music concerts and live performance.

   
10. Knysna Oyster Festival
    

    Us South Africans just love our food festivals and one of the major highlights is the Knysna Oyster Festival along the Garden Route (March).

    

Events Gauteng

1. Sport events
   

   Tri-Nations and Super 14 Rugby matches at Ellis Park and Loftus Versfeld; the Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates Soweto Derby at Soccer City; international Standard Bank Cricket at the Wanderers are the main sporting events in Gauteng!

   
2. Absa Soweto Festival
   

   Staged to co-incide with Heritage Day in September, this lifestyle festival showcases travel, arts, property, hi-tech toys, furniture, health and beauty

   
3. The Joburg Easter Festival, Johannesburg
   

   Held in April at Nasrec, The Joburg Easter Festival show is a wonderful lifestyle showcase including expos, goods for the home (at discount prices), sporting events, and some wonderful live music.

   
4. Winex Show, Johannesburg
   

   Each year in the spring (September, October) this wine festival brings together 200 or more of the country’s leading wine estates – a must for wine-lovers.

   
5. Joy of Jazz Festival
   

   Takes place in late August (mainly) in the Newtown area, and features greats like Hugh Masekela and a line-up of leading international jazz figures.

   
6. Chinese New Year
   

   A delightful celebration that takes place in February each year in Jozi’s original Chinatown (Downtown Johannesburg) and showcases dragon dancing, martial arts, fireworks and fantastic Chinese food.

   
7. Decorex, Midrand
   

   Decorex is an annual interior design fair held in Midrand over five days that showcases the latest trends and products. Its sibling event is the Design Indaba that celebrates new innovations, emerging designers and trendspotters.

   
8. SA Fashion Week
   

   Held in August in Sandton, Johannesburg, it provides a platform for the country’s leading designers to show off their latest designs and inspirations.

   
9. FNB Dance Umbrella
   

   Runs for 22 days during February and March and produces extraordinary performances and highlights local and some international dance talent.

   
10. 46664 World Aids Day Concert
    

    On World Aids Day, December 1st, 46664 World Aids Day Concert brings international and local musicians together to stage a concert that raises awareness and funds.