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Looking for something to do this weekend?
We got you! With Durban a top summer destination, things are heating up as we approach year-end, which means more events on the calendar.
This weekend is a great example, with everything from sports fun and musical tributes to creative classes, Oktoberfest fun, and Breast Cancer Awareness events lined up.
There’s no excuse for couch surfing this weekend!
Your guide to the best events worth your time this weekend, brought to you in association with East Coast Radio.
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Durban
Lucky Fish Friday Night Racing presents: Pretty in Pink
- Date: Friday, 23 October 2026
- Venue: Hollywoodbets Greyville
- Time: Evening
- Tickets: Free entry
Friday night plans? We’ve got you covered.
Get out your pink gear and head over to Hollywoodbets Greyville for an evening of live racing, good food, great company and all the trackside action. Round up your crew, leave the work week behind and make a night of it at the races.
Prince K’s Funny Business Kid
When: Friday, 23 October
Time: 8pm
Where: Seabrooke Theatre, Durban High School
Tickets: R120 online via Webtickets or R150 at the door
Live in Concert with Deborah McKay
- When: Friday, 23 October
- Time: 7pm
- Where: Drama Main, Playhouse Company, 231 Anton Lembede Street, Durban Central
- Tickets: R150–R400 via Webtickets
Enjoy an uplifting evening of gospel, jazz, African jazz and soul as Deborah McKay brings powerful vocals and inspirational storytelling to the stage. The concert celebrates faith, hope, resilience and the richness of African musical expression.
Andrew Warburton plays Schubert
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: 2.30pm
- Where: Howard College Theatre, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Howard College campus
- Tickets: R100 at the door, payable by cash or EFT
- More information: WhatsApp 082 853 4540
- Getting there: Enter UKZN through Gate 1. Howard College is the large, domed building on your right.
Spend Saturday afternoon with acclaimed Durban concert pianist Andrew Warburton as he performs two of Franz Schubert’s late piano sonatas: D.894 in G major and his final sonata, D.960 in B-flat major.
Fitness Race: Deadly Dozen Durban
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: From 9am
- Where: Kings Park Athletic Stadium, Stamford Hill, Durban
- Tickets: R100–R1 980 via Webtickets
Ready for a serious physical challenge? Deadly Dozen combines 12 rounds of 400m running with 12 strength-based exercises, testing stamina, speed and strength. Choose a solo, doubles or relay format, or come along to support the athletes. The event also includes a vendor village, kiddies’ play area, recovery zones and a beer garden.
Deep Frequencies
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: From 12pm
- Where: Red Room, Durban
- Tickets: R150–R250 via Webtickets
Fans of underground sounds can look forward to an afternoon of soulful and deep house, garage house, lo-fi, jazz, R&B, hip-hop, neo-soul, nu-jazz and broken beats.
Ernie Smith at Durban Flavours Live
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Where: Beachwood Country Club, Durban
- Tickets: R100–R250 via Webtickets
A new Durban music, food and community experience arrives with legendary musician Ernie Smith and a line-up of local artists. Durban Flavours Live aims to create paid opportunities for local performers, entrepreneurs and event workers, bringing music and artisanal food together in one event.
The Gathering of the Remnant
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: From 5pm
- Where: Faith Life Ministries International, Durban
- Tickets: R150–R350 via Webtickets
Kwenza Cele hosts this faith-centred gathering in Durban, with an invitation to come together for worship, fellowship and a shared spiritual experience.
Buyel’ekhaya Tour
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: 7pm
- Where: Drama Main, Playhouse Company, 231 Anton Lembede Street, Durban Central
- Tickets: R250–R350 via Webtickets
The legendary Mahotella Queens bring more than six decades of South African musical heritage to the Playhouse, with a special guest appearance by KwaZulu-Natal Maskandi artist Limit Nala. Expect a celebration of traditional music across generations.
Backstage Siblings – Live in South Africa
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: 7pm
- Where: The Globe Theatre, Suncoast Casino, Durban
- Tickets: R450 for reserved chair seating via Webtickets
- More information: rmohanlall27@gmail.com
The Kolkata-based bhajan-jamming duo makes its South African debut at Suncoast. Their performance brings audiences of different generations together through devotional music, song and celebration.
Jagged Little Tribute: The Music of Alanis Morissette
- When: Saturday, 24 October, and Sunday, 25 October
- Times: Saturday at 7.30pm | Sunday at 2pm
- Where: Rhumbelow Theatre, Cunningham Road, Durban
- Tickets: R180–R220 via Webtickets
- Good to know: Limited secure parking is available, and the venue has a bar. No outside alcohol is permitted.
- Contact: 082 499 8636 about wheelchair parking and seating arrangements
Take a trip back to the 1990s with this live tribute to Alanis Morissette. The local line-up of Colin Peddie, Tory Du Plessis, Paul Cassells and Marion Loudon will perform favourites including Ironic, You Oughta Know, Hand in My Pocket and Uninvited.
Foam Fest – Tropical Paradise
- When: Saturday, 24 October, to Sunday, 25 October
- Time: 8pm–3am
- Where: Aura Nightclub, 672 Umgeni Road, Windermere, Berea
- Tickets: R100 from Quicket
- Age restriction: No under-18s
Aura Nightclub is hosting a late-night party for adults, with a tropical theme and a foam-fest atmosphere.
Pink Paddle for CANSA Breast Cancer Awareness and Water Safety
- When: Saturday, 24 October 2026
- Time: 9am–12pm
- Where: Ushaka Beach, 1 King Shaka Avenue, Point, Durban
- Tickets: R100 via Quicket
- Important: Only 50 tickets are available.
- Contact: Gagasi Bodyboarding Club: Bongani, 078 331 3254 | CANSA: Natasha, 081 477 8947
Combine breast cancer awareness with water safety at this Pink Paddle hosted with the Gagasi Bodyboarding Club. The event offers a chance to get active while supporting an important cause.
CANSA Shades of Pink Davenport Square 5km Fun Run/Walk
- When: Sunday, 25 October 2026
- Time: 8am–11am
- Where: Davenport Square, 89 Helen Joseph Road, Bulwer, Durban
- Tickets: R100 via Quicket | Sales close Friday, 16 October at 10pm
- Contact: Natasha Brown on 081 477 8947 | nbrown@cansa.org.za
- Group bookings: For two or more bookings, email names and T-shirt sizes to nbrown@cansa.org.za
The 10th annual Shades of Pink Fun Run/Walk brings the community together for a 5km event supporting CANSA. Lace up, gather your friends and family, and show your support while getting active.
KZN South Coast
SADC Christian Authors BookFest
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: 8am–12pm
- Where: 305 Guesthouse, 305 Ipahla Road, Athlone Park, Amanzimtoti
- Tickets: From R230 via Quicket
- Good to know: Family-friendly event. Tickets include welcome drinks, snacks and a finger lunch.
Celebrate faith and the power of storytelling at the SADC Christian Authors BookFest. The event brings together Christian writers and readers for a morning of inspiration, connection and creativity. Highlights include a group book launch for the 2025 cohort, recognition of first-time authors from the 2026 Writing Mentorship Class, and the Mama Africa Book Box initiative, which encourages young authors to connect and grow. Expect a family-friendly celebration of literature, purpose and stories that share the Gospel.
Oktoberfest at 305
- When: Sunday, 25 October
- Time: 10am–6pm
- Where: 305 Hotel & Spa, 305 Ipahla Road, Athlone Park, Amanzimtoti
- Entry: R50 for adults; R25 for children aged 12 and younger via Quicket
- Food and drinks: Available for purchase
Head to 305 Hotel & Spa in Amanzimtoti for an Oktoberfest-inspired day with German-style food, beer tastings, a licensed bar, DJ entertainment and live music. There’s also a kids’ entertainment area and a Candyland stall, making it an option for families.
KZN North Coast
The Mingle – Singles Social Club
- When: Friday, 23 October
- Time: 6.30pm–9.30pm (registration from 6.30pm)
- Where: Anthem Church, 37 Mackeurtan Avenue, Durban North
- Tickets: From R150 via Quicket
- Age group: 35–55 years (give or take a few)
Looking to expand your social circle? The Mingle, hosted by SSC – The Singles Social Club, brings Christian singles together for an evening of good food, conversation and meaningful connections. Come on your own or bring a friend, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere without the pressure of dating. Whether you make a new friend or meet someone special, it’s an opportunity to connect with like-minded people and build community through faith.
Whispers of Hope Breast Cancer Awareness High Tea
- When: Saturday, 24 October 2026
- Time: From 11am
- Where: Conference Hall, 4th Floor, Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga, 7 Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga
- Tickets: R695 via Quicket
- Dress code: Bows & Pearls
- Age restriction: No under-18s
- Bookings: durban.umhlanga@radissonblu.com
Dress up in your Bows & Pearls and head to the Radisson Blu for an afternoon dedicated to raising awareness and supporting The PinkDrive. The annual high tea features a welcome drink, elegant high tea, a motivational speaker, live entertainment, a 360° camera and photo booth, gift bags, brand pop-ups, networking, plus a raffle and live auction.
Umdloti Full Moon Walk & Beach Picnic
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: from 6.15pm
- Where: Umdloti South Beach Main Car Park
- Cost: R199 per adult; R99 for children under 13
- Bookings: Quicket
- More info: durbanhiking.co.za | 066 111 1488n Walk & Beach
Enjoy the coastline after dark, with the walk lasting around two to three hours depending on the group’s pace. Afterwards, you can unwind with an optional beach picnic under the stars – just bring your own snacks, drinks and picnic blanket.
Back Yard Bands at DoughPamine
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: Doors open at 2pm
- Where: DoughPamine, Slow Roads Collective, Salt Rock
- Tickets: R150 in advance via Quicket or R180 at the door
- Good to know: Bring your own refreshments
Pack your camping chairs or a picnic blanket and settle in for live music under the trees at DoughPamine. This month’s performers are Rebound, a rock trio, and Final Edition, known for contemporary sounds. Food and soft drinks will be available, and the stall will be selling ice lollies and other treats.
Riaad Moosa – The Best Medicine Comedy Tour
- When: Saturday, 24 October, 8pm–9.45pm
- Where: Protea Hotel Fire & Ice!, Umhlanga Ridge
- Tickets: From R250 via Quicket
Need a good laugh? Comedian and doctor Riaad Moosa brings The Best Medicine Comedy Tour to Umhlanga on Saturday, 24 October. Expect relatable stories, plenty of laughs and a mix of established comedy talent and fresh faces for a feel-good night out.
Outdoor Cinema031: How to Train Your Dragon
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: 6.30pm–9pm
- Where: Riverside Sports Club, 12 Radar Drive, Prospect Hall, Durban North
- Tickets: Free
Pack your blankets and picnic chairs for a family-friendly movie night under the stars. Outdoor Cinema031 is screening How to Train Your Dragon, the animated adventure about young Viking Hiccup and his unlikely friendship with a dragon named Toothless. Arrive early to claim a good spot, dress warmly for the evening chill, and enjoy food and cold drinks available for purchase at the venue.
Umhlanga to Umdloti Morning Hike
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: 6.45am for a 7am start
- Where: Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga (corner of Newlands Drive)
- Distance: Approximately 9km
- Cost: R179 via Quicket
- More info: durbanhiking.co.za | 066 111 1488
Start your Saturday with a coastal adventure!
Join Durban Hiking and Adventures for a scenic round-trip hike. Explore Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve and Sibaya Coastal Forest Reserve, stroll along pristine beaches and discover the intertidal zone at low tide. The morning wraps up with an optional coffee stop at Forest Café.
Kids are welcome, and dogs can join on the beach sections but not inside the nature reserves. Bring water, snacks, comfortable walking shoes and a small towel in case a river crossing is needed.
Family Fun Day at Geda Gardens
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: From 9am
- Where: Geda Gardens, R34, Empangeni
- Entry: R150 adults | R80 children via Quicket
- Contact: Ndudla on 063 316 8137 or Banda on 072 884 9516
Get ready for a day of family fun and farm adventures! The fourth annual Family Fun Day promises quad biking, horse riding, kiddies’ train rides, jumping castles, live entertainment and indigenous games.
KZN Upper Highway
Boots, Boo’s & Line Dancing
- When: Friday, 23 October
- Time: Doors open at 6.15pm; dancing from 7pm to 9pm
- Where: The Shed, Westville Country Club
- Tickets: R200 for one person or R360 for two via Webtickets
- Food and drinks: Available to purchase
Dust off your boots and get ready for a country-inspired social evening at Westville Country Club. No previous line-dancing experience or partner is needed – just bring your enthusiasm. Dress-up is encouraged, and your ticket includes a glass of bubbles on arrival.
Barket by Night: Halloween Makeover
- Date: Saturday, 24 October 2026
- Venue: Ridley Park, Malvern
- Time: 3pm–10pm
- Who’s invited: Family-friendly, dogs welcome
Grab your four-legged friends and head to Ridley Park for a Halloween night market with a difference. Barket by Night brings dogs, families, local vendors, food, music and plenty of spooky fun together, with best-dressed competitions, trick-or-treating for pups and kids, live music, a photo booth, sip and paint, inflatables, games and more.
The event is also a fundraiser for KZN Doghouse, with proceeds helping support the rescue shelter and its dogs while they wait for their forever homes. Costumes are encouraged, puppy cuddles are practically guaranteed, and the whole family – furry members included – is welcome.
Edgars Beauty x Fenty Beauty Masterclass
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: 12pm–3pm
- Where: Edgars, The Pavilion Shopping Centre, Jack Martens Drive, Westville
- Tickets: R500 via Quicket
Ready to find your perfect foundation match?
Join Fenty Beauty’s South African Head Artist, Lauren Titus, for a beauty masterclass exploring the new Pro Filt’r Fluid Flex Foundation. Learn professional application tips, discover everyday glow-up secrets and get matched in person while learning how to create a complete Fenty Fluid Flex face routine.
KZN Midlands and Drakensberg
Kudu Canter Trail Run 2026
- When: Friday, 23 October, to Sunday, 25 October
- Race pack collection: Friday from 3pm
- Where: Central Drakensberg, around Spionkop Dam
- Activities: Trail running, walking and a supervised 300m dam swim
- Entries and enquiries: Visit kuducanter.site or contact Tam on 082 888 0329
- Camping: Free dam-view camping; optional tent rentals available
Trade city streets for mountain views at this family-friendly trail-running and walking weekend around Spionkop Dam in the Central Drakensberg. Alongside the trail routes, the event offers a supervised 300m dam swim, free camping with dam views, a kids’ zone and optional tent rentals.
When you’re not out on the trails, you can fish, cycle, swim, birdwatch or relax in the race village. Food catering, a 24-hour tea and coffee station, a bar and an apparel shop are also planned. Runners are encouraged to bring old running shoes for a donation drive supporting local running clubs.
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SHE 2026
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Where: Hilton Bush Lodge, Hilton
- Tickets: R1 250 via Webtickets
The annual SHE gathering invites women to connect through honest conversations, shared stories and meaningful experiences. This year’s theme, Surrender, explores letting go of pressure, releasing what no longer serves us and trusting God through life’s uncertainties.
South African Schools End-of-Year Symphony Concert
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: From 12pm
- Where: Hilton College Theatre, Hilton
- Tickets: R120 via Webtickets
- Good to note: Each participating school will present a production lasting 15 to 20 minutes.
Young performers from schools across South Africa come together for this non-competitive showcase at Hilton College Theatre. The programme includes choirs, marimba bands, orchestras, instrumental ensembles, dance and poetry, with performances inspired by traditional music, gospel and Christmas carols.
Vusi Mahlasela and Guy Buttery
- When: Saturday, 24 October, at 6pm | Sunday, 25 October, at 2pm
- Where: Schlesinger Theatre, Michaelhouse, Balgowan
- Tickets: R250 via Quicket
Two acclaimed South African musicians share a stage for the first time at Michaelhouse. Vusi Mahlasela, known as ‘The Voice’, is a celebrated singer-songwriter and SAMA Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. Internationally acclaimed guitarist Guy Buttery is known for his innovative fingerstyle playing and cross-cultural collaborations.
READ: Vusi Mahlasela and Guy Buttery finally share the stage in the KZN Midlands
Boots and Paws: Barn Night for SA Guide Dogs
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: From 6pm
- Where: Mount Verde Equestrian Centre, Hilton
- Tickets: R120–R180 via Webtickets
Put on your dancing boots for a Midlands barn night supporting the SA Guide-Dogs Association. The evening includes line dancing led by Jenna Hornby, music from DJ Gary of DJ Worx, hearty food, a silent auction and an opportunity to meet guide-dog owners and learn about their partnerships with their dogs.
Piggly Wiggly Flower Show & Garden Market
- When: Saturday, 24 October
- Time: 8.30am–3pm
- Where: Piggly Wiggly Midlands, R103
- Contact: 033 234 2911 or 060 344 9359
Get your garden summer-ready at the annual Piggly Wiggly Flower Show & Garden Market in the Midlands on Saturday, 24 October. Browse everything from roses, cut flowers and herbs to trees, compost and landscaping supplies, with talks on the day offering plenty of inspiration for green fingers.
Spinmoto & Dogside Crew: Battle of the Provinces
- When: Sunday, 25 October
- Time: Gates open at 9am; spinning starts at 1pm
- Where: Mason’s Mill Raceway, Pietermaritzburg
- Tickets: Early bird R100 via Webtickets| R150 at the gate | Children U5 free | Cooler boxes R79
- Good to know: No weapons or braais are allowed. A card machine is available.
- Contact: Nevs on 061 444 5219
Motorsport fans can head to Pietermaritzburg for a day of stunts, spinning and car culture, with competitors representing the Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga. Spin Khana starts in the morning, followed by spinning in the afternoon.
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