What to do this weekend

We’ve finally reached the end of what seemed like a lengthy month! July might have been good to some of us but August is definitely going to be the best month yet. This month, we highlight and celebrate phenomenal women and what better way to do this than by exuding positive vibes in the air while allowing women spaces to breath and exist? In the meantime, let’s have fun at these events and kick off Women’s Month in style.

Check out our top five things to do this weekend:

2 August: Life Four Rent

Set in one apartment, Life Four Rent, tells the stories of four women dealing with the struggles of life. P.O.P Art will come alive on 1 August as the series of monologues will captivate the audience taking them on a roller-coaster ride of emotions. The production stars Christine van Hees, Noluvuyo Mtshotshisa, Campbell Jessica Meas and Monique Rockliffe. Tickets are available for R140 at the door.

3 August: Red Bull Dance Your Style finals

The Newtown Music Factory will play host to the finals of the Red Bull Dance Your Style competition. South Africa is set to bear witness, as more than 16 talented street dancers, from across the country, battle for an opportunity to represent Mzansi in Paris. Tickets are available via Howler for R50.

3 August: Cocktail Masterclass

Nothing beats a nicely whipped cocktail! Check out the Cocktail Masterclass on 3 August at The Little Fox Cocktail bar and brush up on your mixology skills. Every month The Little Fox presents an opportunity to master one cocktail with renowned bartender Gareth Wainwright and his team at each session costs R250 and includes three of the cocktails focused upon on the night.

4 August: Walking tour of Newtown

Discover everything that’s hip and happening in Newtown at Walking tour of Newtown on 4 August. With a glimpse of history, public art, urban renewal, refreshment stops, trivia and fun for the whole family. The tour starts and ends at Newtown Junction and will only cost you R150. Book your spot on sarahbarret2@outlook.com

4 August: Finer Sundays

 The Social Club Maboneng & Corona present Finer Sundays hosted by Punk Mbedzi. Head over to the Social Club for a monthly instalment of Maboneng’s day-night experience featuring music from the finest artists South Africa has to offer.