Kerry-Anne Allerston Kerry-Anne Allerston
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Moms are superheroes in disguise really. They somehow know where everything is, fix problems nobody else can solve and still manage to answer messages with one hand while carrying the groceries and a Tupperware full of snacks in the other.
Mother’s Day is also one of the busiest days of the year for restaurants worldwide because apparently we all panic at the exact same time and realise we should probably spoil the women who raised us. It’s kinda like shopping for pressies on Christmas Eve. Same same. Luckily Joburg and Pretoria have plenty happening this weekend if you’re looking for a fun adventure to add to the flowers, choccies and slippers. From drive in movies and markets to live music and dancing under the morning sun, there’s something for every kind of mom and every kind of family.
Date: 9 -10 May
Venue: Inanda Country Base, Kyalami
Time: Gates open at 6pm
Tickets: R350 per vehicle. Online booking at quicket.co.za
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a weekend of movie magic under the stars while supporting The Dogs Trust blanket drive. Saturday’s line up includes Stuart Little and Calendar Girls while Sunday features a special Mother’s Day screening of The Sound of Music. Guests can enjoy food vendors, popcorn, snacks and treats with audio played through your FM radio. Bring three friends to book and receive a complimentary vehicle ticket.
Date: Sunday 10 May
Venue: Johannesburg Zoo
Time: 10am
Tickets: Webtickets.co.za
This family-friendly celebration combines live music, nature and quality time together in one beautiful setting. Expect performances by Ami Faku, Matthew Mole, The Soil and Bongi Archi and more as well as guided zoo tours, interactive experiences, food and loads of activities for the whole family.
Date: Sunday 10 May
Venue: Old Edwardian Society, Houghton
Time: 8.30am
Tickets: Quicket.co.za
This Mother’s Day morning celebration swaps breakfast in bed for dancing by the padel courts. Guests can expect a guided silent dance experience with headsets, coffee, breathwork, music and plenty of laughs as the sun rises. The global Secret Sunrise community blends music, mindfulness and movement in a way that welcomes all ages and fitness levels.
Date: Saturday 9 May
Venue: Pretoria National Botanical Garden
Time: 9am to 4pm
Tickets: R80 adults and R30 children
Spend the day outdoors browsing beautiful stalls packed with gifts, jewellery, perfumes, crafts, clothing, sauces and treats while enjoying delicious food and relaxed family vibes. It’s the perfect outing if you’re looking for thoughtful Mother’s Day shopping and a laid back day in the gardens.
Date: Saturday 9 May
Venue: The Irish Club, Linden
Time: Doors open at 10am
Tickets: R120 pre-sale on Quicket or R150 at the door. Kids enter free
Vintage lovers can expect 14 hours of live music, vinyl DJs, curated retro stalls, classic cars, food and an 80s tribute after party. The line up includes Black Cat Bones, L.A. Cobra, 60 Shades of Grey Band, Kerry Anne Allerston, Andrew The DJ and Michael Lesar. Guests arriving in classic cars or on vintage bikes receive free entry for themselves and one guest.
Date: 7 to 10 May
Venue: Capital Craft Beer Academy, Pretoria
Bookings: WhatsApp 081 877 6924
Capital Craft Beer Academy is bringing Mexican inspired flavours and festive vibes to Pretoria with tequila, margaritas, tacos, quesadillas, nachos, chimichangas and more on the menu. Guests can also expect mariachi inspired fun and themed cocktails throughout the weekend. Booking is essential. Make it a Mexican Mother’s Day celebration this year!
Date: Sunday 10 May
Venue: The Troyeville, Troyeville
Time: Doors open 12.30pm. Show starts 1.30pm
Tickets: R200 online or at the door subject to availability www.thetroyeville.co.za
Fans of classic rock can enjoy an afternoon celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac performed by Little Sisters Debbi Lonmon as well as Rebecca Charie and Neil Saint.
Date: Sunday 10 May
Venue: Native Rebels Bar & Eatery, Soweto
Time: 11am onwards
Tickets: Free entry
Vinyl lovers can spend Mother’s Day digging through rare finds and timeless classics while enjoying live vinyl DJ sets curated by Collector’s Radio. There will also be food, drinks and a listening station where visitors can preview records before buying them.
Date: Sunday 10 May
Venue: Theatre of Marcellus, Kempton Park
Time: 6pm
Tickets: BluBloodtickets.com
International star Zack Knight heads to South Africa for a night packed with massive sing-alongs, rhythm and high energy performances at Emperors Palace.
Date: Sunday 10 May
Venue: Shed & Silo Country Café, Benoni
Time: 3pm
Tickets: Quicket.co.za
Lizet Smith on clarinet, Jannie le Roux on piano and Peter Auret on drums present a lively afternoon of light jazz and classical music in the beautiful countryside setting of the Shed & Silo Country Café.