--- title: "Things to do. Places to go." description: "From art exhibitions, to festivals, concerts and trail runs – here is your weekly round-up of go-to events around the country." type: "NewsArticle" publisher: "Daily Maverick" site: "https://www.dailymaverick.co.za" section: "Sponsored Content" author: "Christina Makochieng" author_url: "https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/author/christina-makochieng/" canonical_url: "https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2022-09-30-things-to-do-places-to-go-5/" published: "2022-09-30T18:27:17" lang: "en-ZA" word_count: 912 --- # Things to do. Places to go. > 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 30 September 2022, 20:27 SAST ## Content ### **THEATRE** **Gauteng** **Johannesburg:**Theatre on the Square, Nelson Mandela Square, cnr Sandton Dr and Rivonia Rd, Sandton **Dates:**4 - 29 October 2022 [**The Beauty Queen of Leenane**](https://www.hownowbrowncow.co.za/upcoming-productions) Marking the theatrical debut of production company ‘How Now Brown Cow’, the play provides a “darkly comic” take on mother-daughter relationships. The play follows the story of Maureen Folan, as she attempts to juggle finding love, while caring for her sick mother, Meg. The award-winning play was created by Martin McDonagh, directed by Charmaine Weir-Smith, and stars Jennifer Steyn, Julie-Anne McDowell, Bryan Hiles and Sven Ruygrok. Tickets cost between R150 and R260 and are available via [Computicket](https://tickets.computicket.com/event/the_beauty_queen_of_leenane/172644). **Western Cape** **Cape Town:**Baxter Theatre Centre, Main Rd, Rondebosch **Date:**11 – 15 October 2022 [**What's Your Budget**](http://www.baxter.co.za/whats-your-budget) If you’re looking for a production that brings together elements of comedy, storytelling, creativity, friendship and music, then this might be the show for you. An exploration of life’s highs and lows are presented by performers and collaborators Tankiso Mamablo and Daniel Mpilo Richards. Tickets cost R139 per person and are available via [Webtickets](https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1518156811). ![Image](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/PC2.png?w=480) ### **FESTIVALS** **Gauteng** **Johannesburg:**Paterson Park, Paterson Rd, Norwood **Dates:**4 - 8 October 2022 [**WOMAD Mini-Festival**](https://womadsa.co.za/) The upcoming festival will be made up of music performances, masterclasses and discussions addressing gender-based violence, and First Nations indigenous artists. Performers include Freshlyground’s Zolani Mahola, New Zealander Tiki Taane, Italian musicians Modena City Ramblers, American singer Kristina Jacobsen, and more. Tickets cost R220 per person and are available on [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/187914-womad-the-south-african-safari/?ref=organiser-profile#/). [YouTube video: "YouTube video player"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jjdqn6XCMM0) **Johannesburg:**Montecasino, Montecasino Blvd, Fourways **Date:**15 October 2022 [**Joburg Gin Festival 2022**](https://www.facebook.com/events/476634940655081/?_rdc=1&_rdr) Presented by the SA Gin Society, together with Schweppes, the festival provides visitors with the chance to sample the best gin brands in the country. The festival will also feature music performances, an impressive food selection and complimentary cocktails and gin glasses for all ticketholders. The programme kicks off at 11am. General admission tickets cost R200 per person and are available for purchase via [Howler](https://www.howler.co.za/events/schweppes-joburg-gin-festival-2022-170d). ![Image](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/GIN-FEST.png?w=480) **Western Cape** **Cape Town:**Melkbosstrand Beach, Beach Rd **Date:**9 October 2022 [**Cape Town International Kite Festival**](https://capementalhealth.co.za/FlyYourDreams/) Marking the 28th edition of the event, the festival aims to raise money for mental healthcare services. The event organiser, Cape Mental Health, is regarded as “the oldest mental health organisation in South Africa”. Participants are encouraged to fly kites, participate in the EDUKITE kite-making competition, and wear green in support of mental health awareness. Entry is free, with donations welcome. **Cape Town:**The Labia Theatre, 68 Orange St, Gardens **Date:**13 – 23 October 2022 [**European Film Festival**](https://www.eurofilmfest.co.za/) If you consider yourself to be an avid film buff, then consider tuning in, online or in person, to this year’s festival. The event will spotlight 16 award-winning films, which include *As Far As I Can Walk, Do Not Hesitate, I’m Your Man, Klondike, The Emigrants,*and more. This year’s festival is centred around the theme of “innocence as a human quality”. Tickets cost R70 perp person and area available via [Webtickets](https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1518891838). ![Image](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/film.png?w=480) ### **MUSIC** **KwaZulu-Natal** **Durban:**The Playhouse Company, 231 Smith St, Durban Central **Date:**13 October 2022 **KZN Philharmonic Orchestra Spring Symphony Season: Concert 2** The upcoming classical music concert will mark Australian-British pianist and soloist Jayson Gillham’s first performance in South Africa. He will be joined by celebrated Polish conductor Michal Dworzynski, while the programme will feature Edvard Grieg’s Piano Concerto in A minor and “Symphony No 1” by Johannes Brahms. The show will run from 7pm to 9pm. Tickets cost R103 per person and are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/191550-kzn-philharmonic-orchestra-spring-symphony-season-concert-2/#/). **Free State** **Clarens:**Noah’s Cheese, Farm Node, T552 **Dates:**9 October 2022 **Rocco de Villiers Live at Noah's Cheese** From musical numbers to popular film theme music, pianist Rocco de Villiers and violinist Lizelle le Roux will be covering it all. The show will run from 3pm to 5:30pm. Tickets at the door cost R200 per person, while tickets via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/186894-rocco-de-villiers-live-at-noahs-cheese/?ref=events-list#/) cost R180 per person. Entry for children under the age of 12, is free. ### **WORKSHOPS** **Eastern Cape** **Gqeberha:**SavagesFine Food, 70 Park Dr, Central **Date:**9 October 2022 **Garden Day Workshop and Brunch** Celebrate spring by participating in this upcoming “garden-inspired” workshop hosted by [Dusty Pink Events](https://www.facebook.com/people/Dusty-Pink-Events/100063462491073/). Attendees will spend the morning creating floral arrangements, followed by brunch and champagne, as well as a talk on sustainable gardening practices. The workshop will commence at 11am and end at 1pm. Tickets cost R520 per person and are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/187491-garden-day-workshop-and-brunch/?ref=events-list#/). ### **OUTDOORS** **Western Cape** **Greyton:**Greyton Lodge, 52 Main Rd **Date:**7 - 9 October 2022 [**The Greyton ReWild Weekend**](https://www.facebook.com/events/1821842154824369/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A%5b%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%7D%5d%7D) Outdoor lovers and adventure-seekers should take note of this upcoming weekend in the wild. The weekend will involve conservation talks, a moonlight dinner, a 12km full moon trail run, alien clearing, 6km trail run, wild feast & market, and more. The full programme and tickets (R150 per person) are available via [Quicket](https://www.quicket.co.za/events/182021-the-greyton-rewild-weekend/#/). ![Image](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Greyton-7-.jpg?w=480) **Cape Town:**Norval Foundation, 4 Steenberg Rd, Tokai **Date:**9 October 2022 **Garden Day at Norval Foundation** In celebration of spring, members of the public are invited to join a garden celebration, sculpture garden tour, wine tastings and viewings of the Norval Foundation’s current exhibitions on show. The day will be centred around all things art and nature inspired. The day will begin at 10am and end at 5pm. Day passes, excluding tastings, cost R180 per person, while all-inclusive day passes cost R300 per person. Tickets can be purchased either in person at the venue, or online via [Webtickets](https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1518946587). **DM/ML**