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Women’s Month takes centre stage this August, celebrating with a packed lineup of concerts, festivals, ballet, comedy and food-focused events. Whether you’re planning a Women’s Month outing or simply making the most of the last weeks of winter, there’s plenty of events worth adding to your calendar.
For a memorable day, head out to the Pick n Pay Wine & Food Festival at The Wanderers Club, while Cape Ballet Africa brings Swan Lake to life at the Teatro at Montecasino. Music lovers are spoiled for choice, with Liefde By Die Dam, live performances by Sjava and Lebo Sekgobela and the annual Tribute to Women celebration, August’s music lineup has every genre covered.
Families are in for a magical adventure with Worlds Away at The Cirk, comedy lovers can enjoy an evening with Riaad Moosa at Emperors Palace, and car enthusiasts can cap the month off at Festival of Motoring.
Johannesburg North
Pick n Pay Wine & Food Festival
- Saturday, 8 August to Sunday, 9 August, 1pm
- Location: The Wanderers Club, 21 North Street, Illovo
- Cost: R350 via Webtickets
If great food and fine wine are your idea of the perfect weekend, head over to Pick n Pay Wine & Food Festival as it returns for two days of wine tastings, delicious eats, live entertainment and watching live chef demonstrations. Explore wines from some of the country’s best producers, discover new favourites and enjoy a relaxed afternoon of tasty bites, live music and good company.
Cape Ballet Africa - Swan Lake
- Friday, 7 August to Sunday, 23 August, Various times
- Location: The Teatro Montecasino, Montecasino Boulevard, Fourways
- Cost: R220 - R720 via Webtickets
Cape Ballet Africa brings one of the world’s most beloved ballets Swan Lake to the Teatro at Montecasino. Featuring Tchaikovsky’s celebrated score, exquisite choreography and elegant costumes, Swan Lake follows the tragic romance between Princess Odette, who has been transformed into a swan by an evil sorcerer and Prince Siegfried, whose love offers her hope of freedom.
Tribute to Women 2026
- Saturday, 29 August, 11am
- Location: Marks Park, Orange Road, Emmarentia
- Cost: R195 - R245 children, R295 - R345 adults via Webtickets
Tribute to Women returns this Women’s month with an impressive lineup of artists including Mafikizolo, Nomfundo Moh, Msaki, Busiswa and Sjava, making it one of Johannesburg’s biggest live music celebrations of the season. Bring a picnic blanket, gather your family and friends, and spend the day celebrating the women whose contributions helped shape South Africa’s cultural landscape.
Liefde By Die Dam
- Saturday, 1 August, 9am
- Location: Emmarentia Dam, Johannesburg
- Cost: R200 children, R399 adults, R2 999 VIP via Ticketmaster
One of South Africa’s biggest Afrikaans music festivals returns to Emmarentia Dam, bringing together some of the biggest names in Afrikaans music for a full day of live music, picnics and outdoor celebrations. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Liefde By Die Dam invites music lovers to spend the day enjoying live performances along with their loved ones and make the most of a winter afternoon outdoors.
Worlds Away
- Saturday, 1 August to Sunday, 16 August, Various times
- Location: The Cirk, Cresta Shopping Centre, Weltervreden Road and Beyers Naude, Randburg
- Cost: R200 - R300 via Koid
Escape into a world of wonder with Worlds Away, a visual stunning cirque production that combines aerial performances, acrobatics and theatrical storytelling into a spectacular live show. The story follows a young star on an unforgettable adventure through enchanted lands, turbulent seas and magical kingdoms in search of belonging. A great choice for families, the production blends aerial artistry, acrobatics with imaginative storytelling into a show that will captivate audiences of all ages.
Johannesburg East
Sjava & Lebo Sekgobela In Concert
- Saturday, 1 August, 7pm
- Location: Big Top Arena, Carnival City, Cnr Century Road & Elsburg Rd, Brakpan
- Cost: R400 - R1 500 via Webtickets
Two of South Africa’s most celebrated artists come together on the Carnival City stage for the first time in what promises to be an unforgettable evening of live music. Uniting Sjava’s soulful storytelling and Afro-sound with Lebo Sekgobela’s uplifting gospel music in a special one-night collaboration.
Johannesburg Central
Abathwebuli Trio Presents Isidlo Live at Jozi Gold Brewing Company
- Saturday, 15 August, 6:30pm
- Location: 81 De Korte St, Braamfontein
- Cost: R350 via Quicket
Experience the sound of contemporary South African jazz as the Abathwebuli Trio performs Isidlo live at Jozi Gold Brewing Company. Under the direction of saxophonist Mthunzi Mvubu, the trio blends African musical traditions with contemporary jazz in a performance shaped by improvisation, rich rhythms and expressive musicianship. Arrive early or stay after the show to enjoy Jozi Gold’s craft beers and generous pub-style meals.
Springboks vs All Blacks
- Saturday, 22 August, 5:10pm
- Location: Ellis Park Stadium
- Cost: Sold out
New Zealand will tour South Africa for the first time in 30 years, featuring an eight-match showdown. Whether you live and breathe rugby or just want to be part of sporting history, this is a tour you won’t want to miss.
Odeion String Quartet
- Sunday, 16 August, 3pm
- Location: Northwards House, 21 Rockridge Rd, Parktown
- Cost: R225 pensioners, R275 adults via Quicket
The acclaimed Odeion String Quartet takes to the stage at the historic Northwards House for an afternoon of chamber music. The concert programme brings together Beethoven’s Razumovsky Quartet No.2, Arthur Feder’s The Tides Of…, and the debut of a newly commissioned by South African composer Motshane Pege.
The Greatest Love of All starring Belinda Davids
- Saturday, 22 August to Friday, 28 August, Various times
- Location: Mandela Theatre at Joburg Theatre
- Cost: R180 - R390 via Webtickets
Acclaimed vocalist Belinda Davids returns to Johannesburg with The Greatest Love of All, an international tribute to Whitney Houston’s iconic catalogue. Audiences can expect a live band and a selection of Whitney Houston classics, including How Will I Know, I Have Nothing, I Wanna Dance with Somebody and I Will Always Love You. The concert celebrates Whitney Houston’s enduring catalogue, giving audiences a chance to experience some of pop music’s most recognisable songs. Due to growing demand, Friday, 28 August has been added to the concert.
Johannesburg South
Messy Masterpieces Paint and Sip - Paint a Pot @ Del Forno Lemon Tree
- Monday, 3 August, 6pm
- Location: Del Forno Lemon Tree Alberton
- Cost: R300 via Quicket
Spend your Monday evening at a guided paint and sip workshop, where you’ll create your own artwork in a relaxed setting. Each participant will paint and personalise a terracotta plant plot, with a welcome drink included. All materials are supplied, making it easy to try something new while creating a terracotta pot to take home.
Beyond Johannesburg
Festival of Motoring 2026
- Friday, 28 August to Sunday, 30 August, 8:30am
- Location: Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit and International Convention
- Cost: R80 - R88 children, R315 - R330 Day pass, R850 - R890 Weekend pass via Howler
Motorsport fans won’t want to miss this. Kyalami hosts one of Africa’s biggest automotive events, featuring the latest vehicles, performance cars and live demonstrations. The programme includes test drives and high-speed passenger rides on the Grand Prix Circuit, drifting demonstrations, motorsport demonstrations and more than 100 exhibitions covering everything from automotive technology, new vehicles and custom builds.The Festival of Motoring caters to everyone, from car enthusiasts to potential car buyers. It offers something for enthusiasts and families.
Riaad Moosa - The Best Medicine Comedy
- Saturday, 15 August, 8:30pm
- Location: Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Palace
- Cost: R200 - R350 via Blu Blood
Enjoy an evening of live stand-up comedy at the Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Palace. Award-winning comedian Riaad Moosa returns with The Best Medicine Comedy Show, featuring some of South Africa’s best known comedians. Hosted by Riaad Moosa, the show features familiar names from South Africa’s comedy scene and shapes up to be an evening full of laughter and relatable stories. Audiences will discover emerging new talents, so you don’t want to miss this.
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