family events

Carols on the Square at Nelson Mandela Square

Even the most pious of atheists cannot resist singing along with a good Christmas carol. These festive songs have only the best connotations- of holidays, fun, presents, families and the end of a great year. This Sunday, 2 December, you have the chance to attend one of the best Christmas carol events in town as Carols on The Square is taking place at Nelson Mandela Square. Carols on the Square is presented in association with Talk Radio 702 and features several fantastic performers. These include The Symphony Choir of Johannesburg, The Johannesburg Festival Orchestra, The Mzansi Youth Choir and Idols winner Khaya Mthethwa, all under the respected baton of conductor Richard Cock. This event is the perfect way to mark the arrival

The Rand Show

A great day out When the evenings and mornings start to become chilly and the locals begin complaining about the impending winter while rushing out to buy last minute Easter eggs, you know it’s April in Jozi. This also means that the waiting is over- it’s time for the annual Rand Show. This popular attraction takes place from 6-15 April at the Joburg Expo Centre, Nasrec. This year, as always, promises to be spectacular for everyone who attends the event, with a mind-boggling range of performances and activities on show for people of all ages, tastes and preferences. The programme includes displays by the SANDF, a petting zoo, a fun fair, a drifting track, the SA Chef’s Association Food