No plans for Youth Day? Don't fret. Time Out Johannesburg has got your back. We have put together a list of free events happening in and around Johannesburg to ensure your day is fun and memorable.
Join millions of people around the country in remembering the youth of 1976 that sacrificed their lives to ensure South Africa is a free country for all who live in it.
Art Is Alive – Celebrating Youth Through Arts
Art has long served as a medium of bringing people together and igniting discussions about significant social issues.
The youth of 1976 used different forms of art, including music, to ensure their voices were heard.
Celebrate them by joining hundreds of other people in the city at Kagiso Memorial Recreation Centre where there will be plenty of fun activities to do.
Date and time: Monday, 16 June at 12:00
Location: Kagiso Memorial Recreation Centre
What to expect: Music, theatre, poetry, dance, food & drinks, fashion, crafts, skateboarding, and BMX stance.
Granite Lounge Youth Day celebration
If you're in the Midrand area, join South African singer and composer Naledi Aphiwe as she will be singing to honor the 1967 youth for their sacrifices.
Date and time: Monday 16 June at 11:00
Location: Granite Lounge (Shop 27 & 29 Busy Corner, Ebony Park, Midrand)
What to expect: Music, drinks, food and performance by singer/songwriter Naledi Aphiwe
Syringa Park Youth Day events
Dozens of young people will be taking part in the NPL Yellow Army Youth Day Fun Run; why not join in on the fun?
After the run, you can end the day with some inspiration from young people who are in business as they will be showcasing their products at the Youth Day Business Showcase & Expo.
Both events are happening at the Syringa Park at Avianto Estate.
NPL Yellow Army Youth Day Fun Run
Date and time: Monday 16 June at 07:00
Location: Syringa Park at Avianto Estate
What to expect: Fun run
Youth Day Business Showcase & Expo
Date and time: Monday 16 June at 07:00
Location: Syringa Park at Avianto Estate
What to expect: Business exhibitions
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