What’s going on in your city? Think packed stadiums, fashion statements, late-night jazz, wine-soaked experiences and lots of chocolate. This is your guide to the season’s most unmissable experiences in your city.
Gqeberha: Springboks vs Barbarians – 20 June 2026
Rugby weekends are back, and so is the gees! On Saturday, 20 June, the Springboks face off against the Barbarians in a clash that promises a spectacle. This is the kind of match that brings together family, friends, braai masters, and everyone in between. As the cold settles in, come out and enjoy the live action, witnessing how the free-flowing flair of the Baa-Baas go head-to-head with the iconic Bok intensity and physicality. You don’t want to miss this.
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Cape Town: Honest Chocolate Workshop – 27 June 2026
On 27 June, the Honest Chocolate workshop invites you into a slower, more sensory world of chocolate-making. Unlike more polished tasting events, this one leans into a more sensory-rich, unguarded experience. The experience includes a full chocolate tasting, a live demonstration of how Honest chocolate is made, making your own bonbons and how to make (and wrap) your own chocolate slab.
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Grahamstown: National Arts Festival – 25 June to 5 July
From 25 June to 5 July 2026, Makhanda will once again transform into South Africa’s creative capital as the National Arts Festival returns with an electrifying celebration of music, theatre, dance, poetry and visual arts. The festival brings together established names and rising talent from across the continent – creating a world that feels both intimate and unforgettable. Whether you’re there for late-night jazz sessions, thought-provoking productions or the energy of the Fringe, the National Arts Festival remains one of the country’s most powerful cultural experiences.
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Durban: The Hollywoodbets Durban July – 4 July
The Hollywoodbets Durban July fuses horse racing with high fashion and vibrant South African culture. Celebrities, designers, influencers, and racing fans unite for a day marked by bold fashion, dramatic-themed outfits and thrilling races. This event is a highlight for those who love spectacle and style.
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Words: Mbali Zangqa
