Our pick of the best events to look forward to this month!
Two OceansMarathon Expo
13–15 April / CTICC
This is typically the place where Two Oceans Marathon participants go to collect their race packs. But those who don’t participate can also revel in this event’s glory. You’ll find all your sporting needs under a single roof. Whether you’re on the hunt for supplements, your favourite sport brands, or apparel, you’ll find it all at the Two Oceans Marathon Expo.
twooceansmarathon.org.za
Rand Show
13–18 April / Johannesburg
Expo Centre, Nasrec Joburg is being treated with an event that the entire family will love. The Rand Show is back and is promised to be better than ever before. With an indoor market, a specially created shopping mall and an exciting travel experience, visitors can be sure to have a splendid time. Not to mention the theme park, kids’ zone, music concerts, and delicious food and drinks that will be available.
randshow.co.za
Ironman African Championship
3 April / Nelson Mandela Bay, Gqeberha
It’s that time of the year again, when the ironmen and -women among us get ready to put their limits to the test. A 3.8-km swim, 180.2-km cycle and 42.2-km run awaits them before they can make their way across the finish line. It’s a spectacular event for both participants and spectators alike.
ironman.com
HuntEx
22–24 April / Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand
HuntEx is an event that caters to farm owners, those with a hobby for sport-shooting, angling or hunting, and those with protection requirements. Here, you’ll find the latest and greatest hunting and shooting goods, including apparel, equipment, knives, accessories, and so much more. Highly informative experts will be there to give advice and answer your burning questions.
huntex.net
South African Cheese Festival and Exhibition
2–3 April / Warwick Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
9–10 April / Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate, Hermanus
23–24 April / Groote Post Vineyards, Darling
30 April – 1 May / Sandringham, Stellenbosch
After a two-year hiatus, the award-winning Cheese Festival is back and will be going to not one, but four locations. At this event you and your loved ones can enjoy a lovely cheese and wine picnic at any of the beautiful destinations. And what is a picnic without some background music? Visitors will be treated to live music from artists such as Watershed, Francois van Coke, Die Heuwels Fantasties and Flat Stanley.
cheesefestival.co.za
Words by Bianca Muller
Photography: Courtesy images
