Get ready to experience a music festival like never before. Africa’s largest music festival, Hey Neighbour is thrilled to announce the final act for the Phase One lineup of the biggest music festivals for this year, none other than Swedish House Mafia! Brace yourselves for an unforgettable performance by these chart-busting house music legends. But that’s not all! Joining Swedish House Mafia on our vibrant stage are the previously announced international headliners – H.E.R., Khalid, and The Chainsmokers. This lineup is a powerhouse of talent, each artist known for their unique style and heart-stopping live performances. It’s no wonder that Hey Neighbour is one of the most anticipated musical fiestas to hit the South African calendar in ages. Hold onto your festival shades because we have more beats and treats in store for you! Stay tuned for announcements of fresh local artists, DJs, and even more international acts in the…
If, like us, you love to travel and want to see more of our beautiful world this year, but the budget is a bit tight – then we recommend that you get yourself over to The Travel Expo, which is South Africa’s largest travel show – and some incredible deals and savings on your next holiday are on offer! The dates to diarise are 9th and 10th of February and the venue is The Ticketpro Dome in Northriding and entrance is only R 50 per person, while kids under 18 get in free. You can get your hands on the best deals and biggest savings of the year, with exclusive offers from airlines, cruise liners, resorts and hotels, tour and adventure companies, tourism boards and much more. If you’re travelling anywhere in 2019 you don’t want to miss this show. A number of leading travel industry experts will be available…
If you love a good night out – dancing up a storm and listening to some of the hottest international and local EDM DJ’s in the world – then ULTRA 2019 is the place for you. EDM stands for Electronic Dance Music (as made popular by the likes of Skrillex and Deadmau5) and if you love a good beat, partying like you are twenty years old and enjoying the beats of some of the world top DJ’s then you do not want to miss out on the 2019 event. ULTRA has been lifting spirits (and the beat) for an incredible twenty years already internationally and was first hosted in Miami, USA in 1999! Although the main event is hosted in America – countries such as Singapore, South Korea, Mexico and Brazil have seen their own events being birthed – and so has South Africa, now entering it’s sixth year in…
It’s the new hotspot in Joburg, and if you have not yet visited The Bull Ring – make sure that you plan a trip to the stylish new racecourse, restaurant and event venue in Randjesfontein, Midrand. Deep in the heart of horse country north of Johannesburg, the newly revamped Bull Ring is set to accommodate a host of events. Horse racing enthusiasts will flock to enjoy the fixtures that will be added to and complement the horse racing calendar, while corporates can rent the land, as well as the chic new restaurant, The Bull Ring Grill and Bar, for events ranging from car launches to year end functions or sporting events. The venue seats 150 people easily and The Bull Ring Grill and Bar boasts a stylish industrial chic look with quirky touches, and an extensive menu, which caters for all occasions – from business lunches and after work drinks…
Yay – best news of the week has to be the fact that Showtime Management announced that they will be bringing British singer-songwriter and guitarist James Morrison to SA for a series of concerts in Joburg and Cape Town. Jozi fans – the dates to diarise are Tuesday 22 January and Wednesday 23 January at 20h00 at Montecasino’s Teatro Theatre. James Morrison first arrived on our music scenes 12 years ago and back in 2006, who would have guessed that not only would James be an iconic name touring the globe – but also that he would be setting the precedent for many other singers who now cite him as their inspiration – such as Sam Smith, Ed Sheeran, George Ezra and James Bay to name a few. Despite his self-deprecation and humble nature, he really was the first to take that format and not only make it work but…
Whatever you do, make sure that you have Saturday 29th September diarised as the much anticipated Steenberg Garden Party is heading to our beautiful city! The venue is the picturesque l’antico giardino part of the forum company in Lanseria which boasts the most stunning gardens and is the perfect fit to host laid back live music with ample seating in relaxed garden lounge areas, which will keep you delighted for the duration of the afternoon. Not only is the view a good one, but you can also savour the best of spring with fine bubblies and wines at this annual event which is brought to the people of Jozi by Steenberg Vineyards, one of the jewels of the Constantia Wine Route, this elegant outdoor affair invites you to explore Steenberg wines and tuck into a harvest table laden with fresh culinary delights. From the youthful and vivacious Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc…
The fifth Bokeh South African International Lifestyle & Fashion Film Festival presented by Savanna Loco, is set to dazzle and inspire at the upcoming red carpet awards taking place from the 20 to 29 of September in both Johannesburg and Cape Town. The local and international judges for this year’s awards include amongst others: world renowned fashion photographers/cinematographers; Rankin and Kristian Schmidt, celebrity stylists and fashionistas; Tracy-Lee Rosslind and Chrisna de Bruyn, J’Something of Mi Casa, Tuna Yilmaz from the Istanbul Fashion Film Festival, Katrina Olson Mottahead from the Canadian Fashion Film Festival and Trend Researcher Analyst Nicola Cooper. From a record entry of over 700 film submissions 130 will be carefully selected by the Bokeh judges. The official selections for 2018 have been revealed on the 1st August at a press event in Johannesburg and the approximately 50 nominated films will be revealed at a press event in Durban…
Sweet tooth fans will be delighted to know there is a new festival taking place in Joburg, the Dessert Fest SA, and it’s all about sweet treats! Ice cream macaroons from Sugarlicious From mini tarts and decadently filled pastries to macaroons and koeksisters, foodies and dessert lovers will get to indulge in all things sweet on Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 December at this year’s first ever Dessert Fest SA in the Mustang Room at Sally Mustang in Sandton. Speaking about the delicious festival, Dessert Fest SA founder, Tammy Makadooj explains, “Realising there was no other festival or market dedicated to the art of that end-of-the-meal everyone loves, we decided to bring all our favourite dessert finds into one room and share them with Johannesburg! Get ready for a crazy variety of sugar… from crispy custardy donuts to SA’s traditional delicacies such as the koeksister or mini melkterties, and everything…
Household band, Mi Casa will present their latest studio album, Familia for one night only on Saturday 5th August. The boys from one of the most loved house bands in South Africa are set to give viewers an exciting experience when they take to the stage on the 5th August at The Good Luck Bar on 1 Fox Street in Ferreirasdorp, Johannesburg. With a thrilling new live set and a new audio visual set up, Mi Casa promise to take their already amazing show to a whole new level as they launch their fourth studio album, Familia in front of dozens of loyal fans and supporters. Expect to hear the smash hit “Nana”, “Feeling You” and “Magalhena” as you listen to J’Something and his bandmates sing and dance their way into your hearts. Chatting about the new album, the award-winning musician explains the album title, saying, “We are coming out with our fourth…
Avid motorbike lovers across Joburg will be pleased to learn that the SA Bike Festival will be returning this weekend at the All New Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, and promises to be bigger and better this year. Taking place from Friday 26th till Sunday 28th May, the festival will offer more leading manufacturer displays and pit garage activations, a SuperGP Champions Trophy where over 30 of SA’s top superbike riders battle it out, a motorcycle shop powered by AutoTrader, test rides around the Kyalami circuit and a Charity Motorcycle Ride happening on the Sunday. Plus, there will also be tons of options for the whole family to enjoy like 2-wheeled kids activities and live entertainment from country, rock, jazz and indie bands. Not to mention there will be a huge selection of Jozi’s favourite food stalls and craft beers to choose from. The festival promises to be a fun-filled, action packed weekend in the sun!…