Easter has passed us by together with it’s much savoured public holidays. Check out these events to kick start May on a high.
1. Sacred Heart Church Family Market – Saturday, 03 May
Said to be over 80 stalls, this family market is open to the public, and has something for the whole family, and a great opportunity to find that perfect gift for Mother’s Day.
There will be jumping castles, ice cream, slush puppies, face painting and ceramic painting for the kids. An entertainment tent with music, wine & beer, and all your favorite food trucks!
Entrance fee: Adults R10 per person, kids under 12yrs are FREE. The entrance fee includes an entry to win amazing lucky draw prizes.
2. The Blues Brothers show – Friday (09 May) & Saturday (10 May)
The South African and London production kicked off exactly 30 years ago and this revival , set to tour South Africa, will be performed by an exclusive Gqbertha cast opening 9th May for six performances only prior to touring thereafter.
This smash hit Rock and Roll, Rhythm and Blues Musical The Blues Brothers celebrates the music made famous by the pork pie and wayfarers duo, Jake and Elwood Blues in the cult eighties movie called The Blues Brothers’.
These iconic kings of cool were created by the late John Belushi and Dan Ackroyd for NBC’s Saturday Night Live show and the subsequent film was made on the strength of the cult success of these characters. The first Blues Brothers stage show was a 1980 cult movie and starred Belushi and Aykroyd as “Joliet” Jake and Elwood Blues. Musical numbers featured in this two-hour production include songs by singers Elvis Presley, Tammy Wynette, Carol King, James Brown, Aretha Franklin, and Ray Charles, amongst others.
3. IBhayi Fiesta Launch – Sunday, 11 May
Enjoy a vibrant day of live music, delicious food, braai vibes, local business stalls, and content creation zones—perfect for the whole family and a perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day. The launch will take place at 41 Victoria Park Drive; R100 gets you in the gate (cooler box fee: R50).