What to do this weekend

January is coming to a close and what might not have been a fruitful month for others might have been a fun one for some. As we step into a new month, it’s only right that we usher it in the presence of great company and with some entertainment. Joburg’s entertainment calendar is officially underway so check out our top five events this week.

31 January: Paradise Blue

Celebrate Black History Month at the Market Theatre with a live performance of Paradise Blue on 31 January. Directed by James Ngcobo and starring Aubrey Poo, Lesedi Job and many more, the play highlights the effects of gentrification and the erasure of Black History on the African-American community in Detroit. Tickets are available on www.webtickets.co.za for R150.

01 February: Cotton Fest

Catch over 100 of SA’s freshet talent as the second edition of Cotton Fest returns to The Station on 1 February. You can catch Riky Rick headline the fest while also catching a glimpse of fest favourites AKA, A-Reece, Black Motion, Boity, Nasty C, Sho Madjozi and more. Tickets are available on www.webtickets.co.za from R100 – R300.

01 February: SA National Beer Day – Bottomless Beer

Celebrate SA National Beer Day with a specially brewed beer at Mad Giant. The brew, a new England-style pale ale will be on offer in addition to many more beers. To make the day a bit more South African, the Mad Giant will have a lamb spit braai accompanied with live entertainment by House Catz and Fhatuwani Mukheli. Tickets are available at the door for R250.

02 February: Giorgia Angiuli Live SA Tour

Kick off 2020 officially with one of the most progressive female techno artist in the globe, Giorgia Angiuli. Catch the Giorgia Angiuli Live SA Tour at Fox Junction on 2 February and get up, close and personal with the tech maverick supported by some of the country’s best acts. Secure your spot for R249 – R299 on www.webtickets.co.za

02 February: First Sunday @ Victoria Yards

Kick off your February with First Sunday @ Victoria Yards! Get a taste of the best artisanal food and products from some of the City’s best vendors. Be on the look for new vendors and food trucks.