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title: "From art to fitness – things to do, places to see this week around South Africa"
description: "From art exhibitions, to festivals, concerts and trail runs – here is your weekly round-up of go-to events around the country."
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# From art to fitness – things to do, places to see this week around South Africa

> From art exhibitions, to festivals, concerts and trail runs – here is your weekly round-up of go-to events around the country.

By Christina Makochieng · Published 11 August 2022, 22:00 SAST · Updated 11 August 2022, 20:43 SAST

## Content

#### ART

**The 9****th****Annual Amazing Women Arts Event (AWAE)**

This four-day festival kicks off with two days of workshops on theatre, public art, and business in the arts, followed by two days of art and talent showcases. Entry is free.

**Where:**Eldorado Arts Centre, Vereeniging
**When:**18 to 21 August 2022

[**Rand Club presents William Kentridge and Warren Siebrits**](https://www.facebook.com/events/345039577660690/?privacy_mutation_token=eyJ0eXBlIjowLCJjcmVhdGlvbl90aW1lIjoxNjU5NjUwMDY3LCJjYWxsc2l0ZV9pZCI6MzU5MDM2MDAxOTY4NDMyfQ%3D%3D&acontext=%7B%22ref_newsfeed_story_type%22%3A%22regular%22%2C%22source%22%3A%223%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22%5b%7B%5C%22surface%5C%22%3A%5C%22newsfeed%5C%22%2C%5C%22mechanism%5C%22%3A%5C%22feed_story%5C%22%2C%5C%22extra_data%5C%22%3A%5b%5d%7D%5d%22%7D&__xts__%5b0%5d=68.ARBrChQAhS97MZehA4k8cafcANh5lhhG30eP-hVhIjXf8dTu2RMpJmRWwrs9kB6k5I2voHjhOTTvTUp_wu_dBkhJdgujJaXM_ivevE9cpX0NIhaZamDc6xAqpsBjgF0y-gxodI-37OT4DqtFNEkUxSXOrGU-8jtF_DvMOy9uJSdaIjbT0kVwgZQczs5QJuVWGvv_G2lP3iTe1hbuXE75Z2B7FXZ6JO3CWaplXY-vx1fKvnjsyk0xSBlIYJPJV2z8VSCSGFCv1E4S0uMEpFQl1wc-9gDVqrGK3LNzV0v_9lqA01_wTzM)

![William Kentridge poses for a portrait at his home and studio in Johannesburg. Image: Alon Skuy](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/ROuG5zoy0X5uyIocQUjFdxHRN8Q=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ED_174815.jpeg)

*William Kentridge poses for a portrait at his home and studio in Johannesburg. Image: Alon Skuy*

South African contemporary artist William Kentridge and art collector Warren Siebrits come together to discuss art and art history, and launch their collaborative book, a collection of Kentridge’s “early series of etchings and aquatints” titled [*Domestic Scenes*](https://steidl.de/Books/Domestic-Scenes-0513143949.html). Tickets cost R150 and can be purchased via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/181740-william-kentridge-and-warren-siebrits-presented-by-rand-club/?ref=events-list#/).

**Where:**The Rand Club, Johannesburg
**When:**13 August 2022

[**Joël Andrianomearisoa: The Five Continents of All Our Desires**](https://zeitzmocaa.museum/exhibition/exhibitions/joel-andrianomearisoa-the-five-continents-of-all-our-desires/)

Exploring the theme of “relations and connections” through the mixed media of sculptures and silk paper, this exhibition looks at the intersection between art and its surroundings, namely the influence of architecture and interiors.

**Where:**Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, Cape Town
**When:**2 August 2022 to 25 June 2023

![Joël Andrianomearisoa drawing for The Five Continents of All Our Desires, 2022, a site-specific commission for Zeitz MOCAA. Image: Supplied](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/cBIjSHH8CNAV171Ic_pvAdEpNrc=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Joel-Andrianomearisoa-drawing-for-The-Five-Continents-of-All-Our-Desires-2022-a-site-specific-commission-for-Zeitz-MOCAA.png)

*Joël Andrianomearisoa drawing for The Five Continents of All Our Desires, 2022, a site-specific commission for Zeitz MOCAA. Image: Supplied*

[**Unseen Dimensions of the Known by Patrick Bongoy**](https://southernguild.co.za/exhibition/unseen-dimensions-of-the-known/)

Multidisciplinary Congolese artist Patrick Bongoy presents a new body of work that explores and illustrates the pressing issues faced by his native country, as well as the wider-ranging issues facing humanity, such as the way that we define ourselves “beyond the physical aspects of our identities”.

**Where:**Southern Guild, Cape Town
**When:**4 August to 29 September 2022

![Portal by Patrick Bongoy. Image: Hayden Phipps / Southern Guild / Supplied](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/dIZfRKJgcK1Jj3fb88YfhwqAuSg=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/PATRICK-BONGOY-Portal-2022-Recycled-rubber-inner-tube-found-metal-parts.png)

*Portal by Patrick Bongoy. Image: Hayden Phipps / Southern Guild / Supplied*

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#### **MUSIC**

**The Penryn Festival Presents: Mango Groove**

Enjoy a festival day with market stalls, a safe play area for children, as well as a tea garden. Headlining the festival will be South African Afropop band, Mango Groove. The event starts at 2pm and ends at 10pm. Ticket prices range between R75 and R250 and are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/179441-penryn-festival-mango-groove/?ref=events-list#/). Entry is free for children aged five and below.

**Where:**Boschrand Farm, Mbombela
**When:**19 August 2022

![Claire Johnston of Mango Groove during the Huawei KDay 2020 at the Meerendal Wine Estates on March 07, 2020 in Cape Town, South Africa. (Image: Gallo Images / Dereck Green)](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/ZAi-M6_kgv_AgF5-Twec2PimYFA=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif\(\)/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ED_207144.jpeg)

*Claire Johnston of Mango Groove during the Huawei KDay 2020 at the Meerendal Wine Estates on March 07, 2020 in Cape Town, South Africa. Image: Gallo Images / Dereck Green*

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#### **WINE SHOWS**

[**Bedford Wine Route Festival**](https://www.facebook.com/events/347388317376764/347388320710097/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%2252%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22%5b%7B%5C%22surface%5C%22%3A%5C%22share_link%5C%22%2C%5C%22mechanism%5C%22%3A%5C%22share_link%5C%22%2C%5C%22extra_data%5C%22%3A%7B%5C%22invite_link_id%5C%22%3A338850715021283%7D%7D%5d%22%7D)

This outdoor festival is for all wine lovers and self-proclaimed wine connoisseurs. Featuring an assortment of more than 72 wines, spirits and craft beers, the festival will be accompanied by an assortment of food and arts and crafts stalls. Tickets cost R200 for a Friday pass, R300 for a Saturday pass and R400 for a weekend pass. Tickets are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/183717-bedford-wine-route-festival-inn/?ref=events-list#/). The programme runs from 3pm to 7pm on Friday, and 11am to 5pm on Saturday.

**Where:** The Duke of Bedford Inn, Bedford
**When**: 19 to 20 August 2022

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#### **FITNESS/RUNNING**

**Saturday Night Fitness**

Get your Saturday sweat on, with an all-day fitness event. Suited to all fitness levels, attendees will have the option to join in on six different classes, from HIIT to yoga, led by Mapule Ndhlovu, Wardah Hartley and Planet Fitness. Tickets cost R350 and are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/179463-johannesburg-saturday-night-fitness/?ref=events-list#/). The event runs from 1pm to 8pm.

**Where:**Montecasino, Johannesburg
**When:**13 August 2022

[**THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 2-Day XPLORE**](https://www.stillwatersports.com/event/thirsti-africanx-xplore-van-gaalens-kaasmakerij/#:~:text=Living%20up%20to%20the%20THIRSTI,atmosphere%20and%20a%20great%20vibe)

Over three days participants will complete a 36km trail run in two stages, through Skeerpoort, surrounded by the Magaliesberg mountains. Standard entry, excluding meals, costs R1,900 per person and participants can enter via [Stillwater Sports](https://www.stillwatersports.com/event/thirsti-africanx-xplore-van-gaalens-kaasmakerij/#:~:text=Living%20up%20to%20the%20THIRSTI,atmosphere%20and%20a%20great%20vibe).

**Where:**Van Gaalen Cheese Farm, Hartbeespoort
**When:**20 to 21 August 2022

[**CANSA Strawberry Run Sponsored by Standard Bank**](https://www.redberryfarm.co.za/cansa-strawberry-run/)

In honour of Women’s Month, join a run aimed at raising awareness for breast cancer. The dress code is pink and you have the option of joining the 5km or 9km run, costing R85 and R100 respectively. Registration begins at 7.30am and tickets can be purchased via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/182398-cansa-strawberry-run/#/).

**Where:**Redberry Farm, George
**When:**20 August 2022

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#### **DINING**

**Lady Day Presents: Attaya**

Food, culture and community come together for this evening event aimed at exploring Nguni & Indian cuisines. Tickets cost R650 per person and are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/182574-lady-day-presents-attaya/?ref=events-list#/). The event will take place between 7pm and 10pm.

**Where:**The Artivist, Johannesburg
**When:**19 August 2022

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#### **COMEDY**

**Laugh Mosadi**

Hosted by Tumi Morake, Laugh Mosadi features an exclusively female line-up of comedians. Local talents taking the stage include Angel Campey, Khanyisa Bunu, Lihle Msimang, Lindy Johnson, Nina Hastie and Tracey-Lee Oliver. Tickets cost R150 per person and are available via [Ticketpro](https://www.ticketpros.co.za/portal/web/index.php/event/9a35ebd8-26d5-afc2-ce7d-62c836a6f0cb).

**Where:**Theatre of Marcellus, Johannesburg
**When:**13 August 2022

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#### **FILM SCREENINGS**

**Coastal Deep Ecology – Ours Not Mine**

Presented by Gaia Speaking and Protect the West Coast as part of a series of “films that reconnect”, join this discussion on deep ecology and the pressing issues faced by our coastal environment. The night will centre on the screening of the film, *Ours Not Mine*. Tickets cost R75 per person and are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/183679-coastal-deep-ecology-ours-not-mine/?ref=events-list#/).

**Where:**Camel Rock, Scarborough
**When:**18 August 2022 **DM/ML**

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