What to do in Ballito this weekend
Quiz nights, expos, stand-up comedy and live music gigs on the North Coast this weekend.
16 January – Lyric Quiz Night. Enjoy 5 rounds with fun categories. Teams of 4 to 8 people. Doors open at 6pm, free entry. Contact 066 338 8336 or visit lyriclounge.co.za.
17 January – Viva L’Italia at Simbithi Country Club. Friday Night Live with René Tshiakanyi from 5.30pm. Contact 032 946 5403.
18 January – Mosaic bird bath class at Mosaic Shack at the Duck Pond on the R102 between Ballito and Tongaat from 10am. Entry is R400, including a bird bath, info pack, tools, and glue for the class. Contact 079 019 5710 or visit mosaic-shack.co.za.
18 – 19 January – Ballito Farmers Market every Saturday and Sunday, 8am-3pm, on Lower Oaklands Farm between Umhlali and Shakaskraal.
19 January – oThongathi Outreach Foundation mass meal distribution for 2025. Join the team at Vishwaroop Temple Tongaat at 6am. Donations and volunteers welcome. Contact 082 373 6443.
20 January – Probus meeting for North Coast Retirees at Simbithi Club 12pm. Speaker is Lindy Elmes of WildLife Rescue SA who is establishing a base and rescue facility in Ballito. Contact Ken Lever 082 657 0094.
20 January – Tribute to the greatest divas of all time with Lady L at Lyric Lounge Theatre, Odyssey Ballito at 2pm. Free entry. Contact 066 338 8336 or visit lyriclounge.co.za.
25 January – Live stand-up comedy at Lyric Lounge Theatre, featuring Spencer Govender, Mzwa Seme, Charles Mthethwa, Nabeel Peer, Tibs Dhlomo, Mmangaliso Mhlongo, Andrew Hughes and Mo Vawda. Tickets: R120 pp. Visit lyriclounge.co.za for more details.
25 January – Blythedale Trail Run 2025 at Blythedale Event Bowl. Scenic 17km, 11km or 5km trails. Walkers welcome on shorter routes. Info at dolphincoaststriders.co.za.
Photo: KZN Trail Running.
27 January – Demonstration by Shar Richmond titled “Parallel Design” at The Dolphin Coast Floral Art Club, All Saints Catholic Church, Ballito, at 9.30am. Contact Carol on 076 754 2690.
1 February – Wedding Expo at The Manor House from 8am. Meet top-tier wedding vendors, explore ideas for decor, catering, and photography, and be inspired by the latest wedding trends. R100 pp. Tickets at quicket.co.za.
7 February – Burnedale Night Market, the first Friday of every month, from 4.30-8.30pm. Contact Andrea Kruger at 079 684 2461.
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