2012

Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Johannesburg 2012

30 December, 2012 by Wassup Leave a Comment

In popular culture the number 13 can have ominous connotations. However, as we fast approach 2013, the infamous baker’s dozen is set to indicate new beginnings, adventures and opportunities. But what is the best way to welcome in the New Year in Jozi? Here a few options for you in our favourite golden city. Black Tie and Barefoot Party For those party animals still residing in Jozi, the best bet for New Year’s Eve has got to be The Black Tie and Barefoot Party at Outer Limits. Brought to you by 5FM, this party presents some of the finest DJ’s around, brought together for your partying pleasure as you celebrate on the venue’s own sandy beach. The dress code is all in the title- dress smart and beachy. Cantare Dinner and

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Lifestyle

Win Big With PLAYOUTLOUD

31 October, 2012 by Wassup Leave a Comment

If you find yourself watching expensive music videos, gazing open-mouthed at the big boats, snazzy cars, private jets, jewellery and champagne, stop now. It's time to make that dream come true. This Thursday, November 1st, you have the chance to claim your share of R4 Million Rand’s worth luxury goods and opulent experiences at PLAYOUTLOUD. These treasures lie in the PLAYOUTLOUD vault, which will be opened to an elite league of 500 registered players tomorrow evening. It all takes place the Audi Centre Sandton, where the products of some of the biggest and most luxurious brands can be obtained for a fraction of their retail price. Take for example a brand new Audi A4, valued at over R300 000, which could be yours for just R45

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Lifestyle

Father’s Day 2012

13 June, 2012 by Wassup Leave a Comment

No, they did not carry you around for nine months, go through all kinds of pain to bring you into this world and breastfeed you at awkward hours- but they did do everything else. This Sunday, it’s time to celebrate fathers all around the world and here are few ideas to make June 17 extra special for your paternal life giver in our favourite city. When the ties, aftershave and golf-related paraphernalia have run their course, finding an alternative fatherly gift can be tricky. Mercifully, Jozi is full of options. How about a visit to ‘For The Love of Cars, Exotic Car and Bike Show’ at Melrose Arch or a jaunt (or is it a joust?) at the Father’s Day Medieval Faire at the Michael Mount Waldorf School? Perhaps

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Lifestyle

Mr Gay World 2012

20 March, 2012 by Wassup Leave a Comment

Our rainbow nation is about to get a little more colourful. My Gay World is not a superhero, flying around our green planet and protecting her innocent masses with his stylish pink cape and finely chiselled abs. He does not shop extensively and do one-handed push-ups while humming I Will Survive under his minty breath. No, he is much more impressive than that. Mr Gay World 2012 is a one-of-a-kind competition that features some of the finest, most handsome gentlemen in the world. This year, it takes place on our very own shores, from 4-8 April, culminating in a spectacular Grand Finale on Sunday 8 April at The Lyric Theatre at Gold Reef City. The contest is one of the most publicised

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Night Life

RAMfest 2012.

30 January, 2012 by whatsupjozi Leave a Comment

Experience a day of thunder in a city near you... If you are under the impression that RAMfest is some kind of mutton-themed agricultural show, think again. Taking place over 5 days in 5 cities and with 7 kick-ass stages, RAMfest is SA’s ultimate rock festival. Cape Town, Joburg, Durban, Bloem and PE will all play host to RAMfest, giving rock fans throughout the land the chance to experience this one-of-a-kind spectacle. Artists on show range from the best of local talent to international bands from far afield as Israel, Sweden and the USA. From The Narrow to The Shadow Club, from Hog Hoggity Hog to Infected Mushroom, the variety on show is staggering. For those looking for

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Interesting People

Liam Kelly: 2012 STA World Explorer – On the Road Again..

12 January, 2012 by whatsupjozi Leave a Comment

After completing his first assignment which he started in Washington DC on November 24th, 2011, Liam has begun the next chapter of his worldwide peregrinations - his trek accross North America. (Just a little background though: You will recall that What's Up Cape Town and What's Up Jozi supported this (then) 19-year-old Cape Town student in his efforts to beat 4000 others Countrywide to win the experience of a lifetime in a national 2012 World Explorer competition run by STA Travel South Africa (www.statravel.co.za). We did it here). This is the first for South Africa, with all the previous World Explorers chosen from other Countries around the world. His successful entry was based on four competition steps: a motivational

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New Years

Planning to be in Cape Town for New Year?

19 November, 2011 by whatsupjozi Leave a Comment

Whilst many of us will be staying put for New Year - there are quite a number who will be in Cape Town for New Year 2011/12. So, to get prepared for a true Cape Town New Years Party, we have taken the liberty of borrowing some info from our sister site - www.whatsupcapetown.com and listing it here. But be sure to come back regularly, as this list is growing day by day. (Strange to actually see CapeTonian's planning anything in advance ;) ...... PRIME CIRCLE HEADLINES AMARULA NEW YEAR'S EVE CONCERT AT KIRSTENBOSCH Top artists, Prime Circle and Elvis Blue will be rocking in the New Year at the annual Kirstenbosch open-air concert under the stars, hosted this December 31, by Amarula. Hello Crazy World,

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Music

IL DIVO 2012 World Tour Opens in South Africa!

27 October, 2011 by whatsupjozi Leave a Comment

As a further mark of success to their voices & unique operatic arrangements spearheading an entire musical genre over the past 7 years, today the world’s foremost classical crossover group IL DIVO announce a massive 4th world tour for 2012, set to travel across six continents. The first leg of the tour to be announced will see this phenomenal quartet- Carlos Marin, Sebastien Izambard, David Miller and Urs Buhler – perform in South Africa on 7th February at the Grand Arena, GrandWest, Cape Town, 10th February at the Big Top Arena, Carnival City Johannesburg and at the Superbowl Sun City on the 11th February 2012. For pre-sale opportunity and VIP tickets visit ildivo.com. The tour is presented by Big Concerts and

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New Years

PARTY; PARTIES; and “PARTYTJIES”: NEW YEAR IN CAPE TOWN #CapeNewYear.

2 September, 2011 by whatsupjozi Leave a Comment

We all want to know the 'Where and the When' of New Year's parties in Cape Town. There is no doubt about the 'When' for this 2011/2012 new year's, but where are all the parties and how do we find them? We aim to encourage as many party organizers in Cape Town and surrounds to LIST THEIR VENUES AND EVENTS. So, Please email us a flier and/or description of Parties happening in Cape Town on the 31'st December 2011. The info, and fliers submitted will be added to this post to make your choice of where to see in the new year, prove even more confusing than normal! (Cause Cape Town sure knows how to party!). If you do not have a flier Leave a

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