Joy of Jazz, Chefs & Chenin, A Day at Thesis Picnic and more events are happening across the province.
By Bulelwa Hoala

Heritage Day weekend is here, and there are plenty of ways to spend the long weekend across Gauteng.
From live jazz and food and wine experiences to fashion, pop culture and family entertainment, there’s something for different tastes and budgets.
Whether you’re planning a family day out, looking for live music or want to experience some of the best local food, fashion and creativity, here are some events to check out from Thursday through Sunday.
Free the Jazz Concert
24 September
Sandton City Rooftop

Celebrate Heritage Day with live music at the Free the Jazz Concert, presented as part of the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz experience.
The event will showcase next-generation jazz artists alongside jazz DJs, offering a glimpse into the future sound of South African jazz. Expect experimental sounds, food and a relaxed festival atmosphere.
Doors open at 9am, with the first performance scheduled for 10am. Entry is free, but reservations through Quicket are required.
Heritage Day: Biltong & Wine
24 September
Eighteen13 Boutique Wine Shop, Cedar Square

Biltong and wine come together for a Heritage Day pairing experience at Eighteen13 Boutique Wine Shop.
Guests can sample a selection of local wines paired with different types of biltong, while exploring how the flavours, textures and characteristics of each complement one another.
The event runs from 11am to 1pm, with tickets ranging from R150 to R250.
A Day at Thesis Picnic
24 September
Soweto Equestrian Centre

Heritage Day gets a distinctly Soweto flavour with A Day at Thesis Picnic.
Created by South African clothing and lifestyle brand Thesis Lifestyle, the event brings together music, fashion, food and retail in a celebration of contemporary South African culture.
The line-up includes Njelic Re-Imagined and Kid Fonque, alongside Zeedan, Fusion, Botumelo Pitso and Hammah The Dude. Guests can also browse fashion and retail stalls, with food and drinks available at the venue.
The event runs from 1pm until midnight, with tickets priced at R300.
Standard Bank Joy of Jazz
25–26 September
Sandton Convention Centre

The 27th edition of the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz takes place at the Sandton Convention Centre this Friday and Saturday, bringing together some of the biggest names in local and international jazz.
The line-up includes American saxophonist and composer Kamasi Washington, four-time Grammy Award winner Angélique Kidjo, Judith Sephuma, Lebanese-French trumpeter Ibrahim Maalouf, Nubya Garcia, Thandiswa Mazwai, Madala Kunene, Sibusile Xaba, Carmen Souza and Tank and the Bangas.
Doors open at 5pm on Friday, with performances starting at 6.30pm. On Saturday, doors open at 4pm, with performances beginning at 6.30pm.
Tickets are R1250 for a one-day pass, while weekend passes cost R2250.
Chefs & Chenin
26–27 September
Crawford International Sandton

Kaya 959 has teamed up with Chefs & Chenin for a two-day celebration of food, wine and local talent.
The festival puts South African chefs, Chenin Blanc and open-fire cooking in the spotlight, with local producers and artisans also showcasing their products.
Kaya 959 will bring the music and entertainment, while visitors can enjoy a harvest market, art exhibition and activities for children.
Daily cooking masterclasses will take place at 3pm, with Chef Lihle Mahambehlala appearing on Saturday and Chef Mokgadi Itsweng on Sunday.
General access tickets cost R750 and include a meal voucher for a pop-up restaurant, wine tastings, live entertainment, the art exhibition, Harvest Market and access to the daily masterclass. Tickets are available through Webtickets.
The Luxurious Marble Circus
26–27 September
GROUND The Venue, Muldersdrift

For a more elevated weekend experience, The Luxurious Marble Circus brings together food, fashion, music and entertainment at GROUND The Venue in Muldersdrift.
The 18+ event features live performances, culinary experiences and theatrical entertainment, with Shimza, DJ Kent, Dwson and the Luxurious Marblettes among the acts on the line-up.
The event runs from 12pm to 11pm, with general access tickets starting at R990 per person. Premium experiences and tables are available from R4000 to R4500.
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