Things To Do This Festive Season!
Category Fun Stuff
There's plenty fun to be had this festive season for the whole family! There's so much to do, in fact, that there's just no excuse not to have a magical holiday season. From festive markets to comedy and more - we've compiled a great big list of suggestions for every province!
DURBAN
Carols by Candlelight Pre Christmas Party Under the Stars
How about a night under the stars as you hear the carolers singing your favourite carols to get into the festive cheer!
Where: Litchi Orchard, Salt Rock, Dolphin Coast, South Africa
When: 21st December 2022, 4pm - 20:30pm
Book here: https://www.webticket.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1521048238
Christmas Wonderland
This December CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND is returning to the Bluff Eco-Park, brimming with a host of jolly activities for the whole family.
Live Nativity scenes, Christmas stage productions, carolling, a Christmas night market, and a Gingerbread House to decorate your favourite treats!
Entry is just R20 per person and R10 per vehicle. Kids aged 3 and under enter for free.
Where: 55 Grays Inn Road (Bluff Eco-Park).
When: Thursday the 15th of December 2022 to Sunday the 18th December 2022
Book here: https://www.quicket.co.za/events/186509-christmas-wonderland-2022/#/
Market 031
The usual Market 031 but with a festive flair!
Tis the season to be shopping, feasting, caroling and spending time with your loved ones. And to get things rolling why not gather your loved ones and make the most of this special time of year by heading to Market 031. Shop to your heart's content for festive goodies and treats, and maybe do some last minute gift shopping.
To make your Christmas shopping experience a little more merry, there will also be live music and entertainment to add to the scene.
Enjoy the ultimate market experience while the kids enjoy themselves on the field as well as with all the kiddies activities offered!
No entrance fee & fur-baby friendly! (on leads)
Please come and support your local community.
Where: Northwood Crusaders Sports Club in Durban North (10 Ranleigh Crescent, Durban north)
When: Friday 16th, 11am
The Dezember Comedy Show
As the year winds down, ex Durban comedian Richelieu Beaunoir will gather a few of Durban's favourites for a night of laughter before the Christmas break.
Catch Annie Botha, who has fast become the darling of Durban comedy with her quick wit and easy presence will be joined by Mangaliso Mhlongo with his bold approach to everything absurd.
The show will be hosted by Richelieu who has a penchant for conversation and funny anecdotes. This is a coming together that you don't want to miss!!
Where: Onomo Hotel,56 KE Masinga Rd, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4025
When: 16 DEC 2022 20:00
Book here: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1521443349
Festive Fun Golden Hours Market
The last chance to visit the Golden Hours Market for 2022. Expect a family day packed with excellent, exciting, festive buys to fill those stockings. Father Christmas will be there with sweets and surprises for the kids, and they can also play in the snow and go on a" sleigh" ride. Prizes for Mom and Dad as well. Live Music with Belinda and friends. There will also be delicious food on sale including some exciting festive fare.
Where: GOLDEN HOURS FAMILY MARKET, 21 Uitsig Rd, Durban
When: Sunday 18th Dec 2022, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Durban Botanical Trail of Lights
KZN'S Brightest and Merriest Festive Experience is back, and it's bigger and better than ever before! An illuminated trail winds its way through the Durban Botanic Gardens, providing fun for the entire family in a safe and secure environment.
Enjoy world class lighting displays, festive scenes, magical characters, artisanal food gardens, a festive market, plus so much more. Experience the magic and make new memories within Africa's oldest surviving botanic garden!
Where: Durban Botanic Gardens, John Zikhali Road, Durban
When: 2nd December 2022 - 2nd January 2023
Book here: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1518500605
https://trailoflights.co.za
JOBURG
Festival of Lights
Joburg Theatre in association with the City of Johannesburg entities; Joburg City Parks and Zoo and City Power are excited to present the annual Joburg Festival of Lights featuring an enchanting collection of illuminated life-size animal characters and classical, harmonious entertainment, food and craft night market for visitors to the Joburg Zoo.
Open from 7pm - 10pm daily except on Mondays, patrons can enjoy a tranquil walk in the zoo on a designated lit route away from the animals under trees decorated in enchanting lights.
The Joburg Zoo Festival of Lights offers patrons entertainment and a night out in the zoo for all ages.
Children under 3 years of age enter for free.
Where: Joburg Zoo, Parkview, Johannesburg
When: from 09 Dec 2022, from 19:00 pm
Book here: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1493977877
https://www.joburgtheatre.com/
One Purpoze Christmas Musical
The Christmas themed event is about the birth of Jesus the true reason for the season. Accompanied with great music from One Purpoze band. A blend of nostalgic and new Christmas songs. The event will be held on the third floor of Kruis House.
Where: Third Floor, Kruis House,
When: 16th of December, 17:00 pm
Book here: https://allevents.in/johannesburg/one-purpoze-christmas-musical/80008202342325?aff=u1gjbz&ref=eventlist-dynamic-data
MZansi Ballet Presents The Christmas Show
Mzansi Ballet is proud to announce the return of The Christmas Show with some of South Africa's top dancers and singers celebrating a modern-day Christmas. A show for the entire family featuring some of the most loved Christmas classics as well as contemporary Christmas hits such as Silent Night, Little Drummer Boy, Oh Holy Night, and many more.
Choreographed by Angela Revie (also a dancer in the show) and Michael Revie, (the same team who gave you the stunning The Queen Show and The ABBA Show) as well as Xola Willie, all the way from the Eastern Cape. Angela Revie is joined by stunning dancers like Joburg-based Veronica Louw, Shana Dewey (formerly with Joburg Ballet), and Joshua Williams.
Where: Roodepoort Theatre, 100 Christiaan De Wet Road, florida park, Johannesburg, South Africa
When: Wed Dec 14 2022 at 7:30 pm to Dec 18 2022 3:00 pm
Book here: https://allevents.in/johannesburg/mzansi-ballet-present-the-christmas-show/200023618147721?aff=u1gjbz&ref=eventlist-dynamic-data
The Christmas Market
Come and enjoy a Festive Market with many festive vendors and gifts for the entire family.
Live entertainment - Kiddies activities - Gift wrapping - Cocktails - Beers - Ciders available
The first 50 kids will receive gifts from Santa!
Entrance fee: R10.00 pp. Kids 12 and under as well as pensioners are free.
Where: Sunward Park Sports Grounds
When: 18 December 2022, 09:00-16:00
A South African Themed Christmas Dinner in Fourways
Join Hotel Indaba for Christmas Eve dinner at Chiefs Boma Restaurant. Guests are welcomed with a cocktail upon arrival followed by a special buffet with South African favourites such as braaied meat cuts, sides, desserts, and much more. The ticket includes a Christmas cracker and hat, a Mowana Spa Discount Voucher per Adult, a Marimba band performing live music as well as a kiddies entertainment area. For more information, see here.
Cost: R485pp (Adults & 13+ yrs); 0 to 2 years Free; 3 to 5 years R95pp & 6 to 12 years R215pp
Where: Indaba Hotel, William Nicol Drive & Pieter Wenning Road, Fourways
When: Sunday, 24 December from 6pm to 9.30pm
CAPE TOWN
Carols by Candlelight
Pay a visit to the Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden this December for the annual Carols by Candlelight Christmas celebrations. This is probably one of the most popular holiday events in the city and boasts a number of activities ranging from Christmas carolers singing in the street and live music performances to lighting up glow sticks. It is recommended to book your ticket early, as the event attracts more than 20,000 visitors.
Where: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
When: 15th - 18th December 2022
Book here: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1521240361
Christmas markets
Too many to mention! No holiday celebration is complete without visiting a couple of Christmas markets in Cape Town. Whether you wish to purchase Christmas decorations or you are thinking about getting gifts for your friends and family, these pop-up Christmas markets have it all. Visit the popular Cape Gift Market at the Sea Point Hall or find baked goods and crafts at the lovely Stellenbosch Kersmark. There is also the Lourensford Christmas Market that sells festive foods and wine. For those who prefer purchasing gifts last-minute, Pinelands Craft and Gift Fair works until late December and offers treats, woodwork, handcrafted decorations, and much more.
Fab Ideas Christmas Gift Fair
The Fab Ideas Christmas Gift Fair is a 7 day indoor market filled to the brim with gorgeous products and gift ideas.
This popular gift fair is a unique, vibrant family-friendly shopping experience, jam-packed with original products made by local businesses. There's never been a better time to local creatives, and the fair boasts a selection of over 100 indoor exhibitors, carefully selected for their quality creations.
Where: Sun Valley Primary School, Langa, South Africa
When: Fri Dec 16 2022 at 09:00 am
Franschhoek Village Christmas Market
The incredible annual Franschhoek Village Christmas-inspired market returns for three full days on 16, 17 & 18 December 2022. Come and enjoy all the festive season fun as you celebrate all things festive - from beautiful and original gifts to spoil your loved ones, jolly music that'll have you singing along all day, to exceptional food and a variety of drinks inspired by everyone's favourite time of the year. Here locals meet and hundreds of holidaymakers spend the summer days under the historic oak trees in the old church gardens, enjoying affordable artisan foods paired with the best wines from the Franschhoek surroundings.
Bring the whole family, including your furry ones (on a leash please). The Franschhoek Village Christmas Market is a family-friendly market with a dedicated play area for the children - so let's share the joy of Christmas time together.
Where: Franschhoek Village Market
When: 16th - 18th December 2022
Wild Fig Christmas Lunch
If you are looking for an incredible dining experience in Cape Town this Christmas, the Wild Fig Restaurant is scheduled to host a Christmas lunch for just R485 per person. There will be four courses with specialties of the house like duck roulade with cranberry jus and port and grilled walnut and peach salad and chicken. Of course, a tasty vegetarian menu is also available and features meals like ratatouille with fresh basil and pine nuts and lemon chardonnay risotto. If you are visiting with kids, the children's three-course menu includes creamy tomato soup, chicken schnitzel with cheese, and a Christmas brownie.
Where: The Wild Fig Restaurant, Liesbeek Avenue, Valkenberg Estate, Mowbray
When: 25th December 2022
Book here: https://thewildfig.co.za/christmas-menu/
Sunbird Christmas Party
Santa is coming to Noordhoek !!
Join in the fun of decorating gingerbread cookies, riding ponies, getting your face made up and of course meeting Santa who will hand out the presents and then lead us into Carols by candlelight.
All this while enjoying delicious fresh hot pizza with cooldrink, gluhwein, wine or beer!
Tickets (kids under 4 are free) include pizza, a drink of your choice and all the entertainment!
Where: Sunbird party place, Sunbird Farm, The Heart of Nordhoek, Avondrust Cir, Noordhoek
When: Sun Dec 18 2022 at 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Book here: Email sunbirdpartyvenue@gmail.com for more info and to confirm your tickets.
The Galileo Open Air Cinema - Home Alone - Special Christmas Show
Spend Christmas eve with family and friends under the Cape Town night sky and Mother City moonlight with a special Christmas eve Galileo Open Air Cinema screening of the classic family-friendly movie - Home Alone.
Where: Stellenbosch Vineyards
When: Saturday, 24 December 2022
Book here: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1518265113
Christmas Eve Dinner at the 12 Apostles
Start your festive season celebrations with a bang with 12 Apostles Hotel & Spa's indulgent Christmas Eve Dinner, the perfect way to kick off this period of festivity, family, and tradition.
Choose between a 4-course set menu at Azure Restaurant, or a 3-course buffet menu at Atlantic Terrace Marquee and enjoy a feast of festive flare as well as a welcome drink on arrival.
Where: 12 Apostles Hotel and Spa, Atlantic Terrace Marquee or Azure Restaurant, Victoria Street
When: Saturday, 24 December 2022, 19:00 pm
Author: Harcourts SA
