The tropical paradise city of Durban will be brought to life this 2019. With unstoppable parties and massive markets, this year is one for the books.
As things get hotter in the KZN the only question is, where will you choose to cool off?
Please note: This list will continuously be updated during 2020.
2020 has arrived and we are excited about what the KZN area has in store for the warmer months ahead. Take a peak at what's happening in Durban this 2020!
March 2020
March brings some of the fittest in SA to the shores of Durban as well as the party die hards, check out what Durban has in store for you this March!
Kyle Deutsch at Kingston_Friday 6 March
MTV Africa Award Winning Artist, Kyle Deutsch will be in the house on Friday, 6 March!!!!!
The Durban native is known for his hit single "Back to the Beach" with Shekhinah and Sketchy Bongo, and has since collaborated with acclaimed South African artists Cassper Nyovest, DJ Capital, AewonWolf and music producers Sketchy Bongo & Ganja Beatz.
- Cost: Free entry before 10pm
- When: 6 March, 8pm - 4am
- Venue: Kingston Beach Club, Jacko Jackson Dr, Jonsson Kings Park Stadium, Durban
- More Info: Kyle Deutsch at Kingston_Friday 6 March
Bloom
The innovative and conceptualised party brand descends its flowering goodness at the mighty Origin on Saturday 7 March.
A celebration known to many as a WILD EXPERIENCE - this boutique event caters for the masses with audio treats dripping from every sound system.
Line Up:
- 🌺 B3AT GRID (JHB)
- 🌺 SYZO
- 🌺 B_RAD
- 🌺 YALE
- 🌺 SENNORA
- 🌺 CARLY O
- 🌺 MELODICA
- 🌺 CRAIG RUDE
- 🌺 JOHAN BRAND
- 🌺 PRINCE AL
- 🌺 SOKOOL
- 🌺 BASS ODYSSEY
- 🌺 BEEBZ
- 🌺 EIGHTY6
- 🌺 ICON
- 🌺 MUSIQUE
The audi-o innovators in search of the perfect B-Line combine rhythm and melody like pollen and seeds. The cross fertilizsation of ideas gives birth to the sanctuary we call home. Unleash your inner developmental growth with a blooming great bouquet of fabulous. Let the madness commence.
- Cost:
- R60 - App Users (before 10pm)
- R80 - R100 - General Access
- R150 - VIP
- When: 7 March, 8:30pm - 6am
- Venue: Origin Nightclub, 9 Clark Rd, Durban
- More Info: Bloom
Mahala Marketing and Networking Tea
Ready to jump start the 2nd quarter of 2020 with the first in the series of MAHALA Marketing and Networking Tea’s - 10th March 2020 at The Station Venue, Durban - doors open 8.15am.
The Robin Hood Foundation love to connect with their community and the mission behind these tea's is to raise awareness, as well as funds and donations, for the Mahala Market campaign that they host rurally for the less fortunate Gogo’s and Mkulus aswell as network with likeminded businessmen and women and inspire you all with great guest speakers!
These Mahala Teas are a great FREE interactive and networking opportunity for local businesses and guests that attend. Guests are asked to bring preloved good conditions, clothing, linen, shoes etc OR marshmallow easter eggs for the Mugs & Mallows Drive!
- Cost: Donation
- When: 10 March, 8:15am - 11:30am
- Venue: The Station Urban Event Space, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Ave, Durban
- More Info: Mahala Marketing and Networking Tea
Kloof Street Food Feast!
Kloof Country Club presents another plastic-free food feast!
Enjoy over 25 different food stalls ranging from Chicken Parmesan to Shisa Nyama, Cuban, to Street Food, Indian, Mexican and Vegan, all to be washed down with a variety of Gins and a true Mozam-style R&R bar! Two additional bars serving refreshments will also be available and tasters of the new Savannah Jean.
If that's not enough we have live music, giant inflatables for the little ones and much much more! Come and enjoy an evening with friends at Kloof Country Club! Bring along a picnic blanket or camping chair as there is limited seating.
This event is open to the public and has NO ENTRANCE FEE! The event will be taking place on the cricket field oval and the main parking will be next to the oval on the golf fairway. Please follow the directional signage from Victory road. Not all vendors have card machines so bring cash.
This event is once again a plastic-free initiative brought to you by Kloof Country Club in their plight to help deplete single-use plastic. Join us in the revolution!
- Cost: FREE
- When: 6 March, 5pm - 10pm
- Venue: Kloof Country Club, 26 Victory Rd, Durban
- More Info: Kloof Street Food Feast!
Yum 2020 ft Vimo & Apple Gule | Fri 20 March
Durbans biggest and loudest party returns to Origin Nightclub this March 2020 with massive headlining acts and an incredible party experience!
Expect: Insane visual production, Headliners , a massive DJ line up , 5 dance floors , live entertainment , drink specials and a clubbing experience like no other 🙌
Line Up:
- VIMO (JHB)
- APPLE GULE (LIVE)
- DEAN ANTONY (PTA)
- CRAIG RUDE x YALE
- SYZO
- PRINCE AL
- JOHAN BRAND
- BASS ODYSSEY
- BEEBZ
- CARLY O
- LEE WHY
- LIQUID G
- JXD
- KRITIK
- KNOTT
- B_RAD
- MIKE SCOTT B2B JUNGLE TRUNK
- MELODICA
- SENNORA
- SOKOOL
- NJINGA ICON
- MUSIQUE
🍕 FREE PIZZA! Did someone say free FOOD?? Wtf! Yes it's true they are giving out a 100 free dominos pizza slices upon arrival
- Cost:
- R60 - Early Bird Presold
- R100 - Presold VIP
- R80 - R100 - At the Door
- R150 - VIP At the Door
- When: 20 - 21 March, 8pm - 6am
- Venue: Origin Nightclub, 9 Clark Rd, Durban
- More Info: Facebook Event
Sishaya Ingoma, Traditional Dance. Free Entry!
Groups who enter the competition will be judged on their performances in the following seven dance style categories: oMama Besigekle, uShameni, Ingoma Yezinsizwa, Ingoma Yezintombi, Ingoma Sekhuze, Indlamu and uMzansi.
Join them at Curries Fountain Stadium from 9am.
- Cost: FREE
- When: 21 March, 9am - 12pm
- Venue: Curries Fountain Stadium, 24 Winterton Walk, Greyville, Durban
- More Info: Facebook Event
Durban Bunny Chow Festival 2020
Coming Soon this 2020!!
Full info to follow soon... Proudly Durban ♥
- Cost: TBC
- When: 21 March, 1pm - 10pm
- Venue: Florida Rd, Durban
- More Info: Durban Bunny Chow Festival 2020
3-30 Rewind 2020 with Dizzy & Surge (JHB)
In-between events, a feeling grows within us. It starts gnawing at our very fabric. It gets bottled up, until it reaches bursting point.
Occasionally some leaks out overnight, and it’s at its worst on the weekends. But nothing seems to be able to “release the pressure”.
Luckily the discharge draws near. Your Genesis returns to The Origin for the first of the 2020 season proudly sponsored by Hunters Dry.
Double Trouble (Dizzy & Surge), The legendary duo from the Mother Raves to ICE events, Gallery (CT), Nexus and ESP -. NOW celebrating their 20th Anniversary, together "Dizzy & Surge" showcase their special talents in 2020 as they destroy the Engine Room at this year’s Rewind.
- Cost:
- R80 - Online General
- R130 - Online VIP
- R100 - At the Door
- R150 - VIP At the Door
- When: 21 March, 8:30pm - 6am
- Venue: Origin Nightclub, 9 Clark Rd, Durban
- More Info: 3-30 Rewind 2020 with Dizzy & Surge (JHB)
Toybox: 8-Bit Arcade (Durban)
Toybox is still bursting at the seams... don't let gravity suck you in; they're slaying dragons and taking you with... are you ready player one?
Get ready to dance in digital because they're taking over arcade alley.
Line Up:
- Kyle Watson(JHB)
- TIMO ODV(JHB)
- Chunda Munki(JHB)
- Syzo
- Jayyjabs
- Knott
- Just Finn
- B-Rad
- Melodica
- Sennora
- Kritik
- Hullk
Slip out of reality and join us on a quest into virtual elation. This is bass-impact, this is Toybox: 8bit Arcade.
- Cost:
- R150 - Early Bird
- R180 - Phase 1
- R200 - Phase 2
- R250 - At the Door
- When: 21 March, 12pm - 12am
- Venue: Sunkist Lawn, Durban
- More Info: Toybox: 8-Bit Arcade (Durban)
April 2020
Durban should be called party central, offering visitors a plethora of activities and events this April 2020!
Park Fest 2020
WTF and YWP Sports Club will once again be hosting a Park Fest ! 😁
Craft Market, Food Stalls, Live Music, Beer Garden and something for the kiddies.. It's surely a day you don't want to miss! The whole family is welcome 😎
- Cost:
- R30 - Entrance
- R15 - Pensioners
- FREE - Children u18 years
- When: 4 - 6 April, 11am - 5pm
- Venue: Yellowwood Park Sports Club, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- More Info: Park Fest 2020
Paw Patrol Live
The new action-packed, music-filled production, PAW Patrol Live!
“The Great Pirate Adventure,” will feature the beloved characters from the animated series, and will be playing at The Globe at Suncoast on 17, 18 and 19 April 2020.
Offering 3 sessions daily, treat your little ones to the wonderful adventure the Paw Patrol gets up to!
- Cost:
- R250 - Restricted View Ticket
- R350 - Standard Ticket
- R450 - Premium Ticket
- R590 - VIP Ticket (Includes meet & greet)
- When: 17 - 19 April, 9:30am - 6pm
- Venue: The Globe-Suncoast Casino, Suncoast, Durban
- More Info: Facebook Event
Inanda Jazz Festival
Inanda Jazz Festival is an annual music festival which takes place at Inanda Dam, Durban staging the best entertainment for the Jazz and Blues lovers.
Bring the whole family and stretch out on the lawn by the dam, pack your picnic blanket and camping chairs and enjoy the delicious food on offer or grab an ice cold beer from the bar. Safe parking and plenty of family friendly activities for everyone.
- Cost: TBC
- When: 25 - 26 April, 12pm - 4am
- Venue: Msinsi Holdings Inanda Dam & Resort Reserve, Inanda Dam, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- More Info: Inanda Jazz Festival
Yum Yum Durban Festival 2020
Are you ready for a Sunday Fun Day Concert that’s family friendly and incorporates everything Yummy in Durban including Music, Food Stalls, Market, Kiddies area and speciality bars.
Yum Yum Durban is happening on the 26th April (Monday is a public holiday) at Kings Park Outer Fields. Bring the family for the day and have plenty to look at, scrumptious tastes from the speciality bars and food stalls and a big kiddies play area. For those into arts and crafts .
- Cost:
- From R75 - R175
- When: 26 April, 10am - 10pm
- Venue: King's Park Outer Fields, Jacko Jackson Dr, Durban
- More Info: Yum Yum Durban Festival 2020
Remember that we will be updating this guide weekly, so don't forget to check in with us to see what Durban has in store for 2018 and 2019!
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