Events

NOW OPEN: Westown Square Shongweni

Exciting news for shoppers, food lovers, and entertainment seekers! Westown Square, the highly anticipated retail and lifestyle destination, officially opens today, bringing a fresh and innovative shopping experience to Shongweni, just outside Hillcrest. – A New Era of Shopping and Entertainment Spanning an impressive 50,000m², Westown Square is more than just a shopping center — it’s a vibrant, open-air retail…

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FINAL LINEUP ANNOUNCED FOR SPLASHY FEN 2025 – PLUS A BRAND-NEW STAGE!

One of South Africa’s longest running and most beloved music festivals, Splashy Fen, is back in 2025 with an electrifying final lineup announcement! Taking place from 17 to 21 April 2025, this year’s festival promises to be bigger and better than ever before, with a stellar mix of international headliners, local legends, and fresh talent. PHASE 2 LINEUP REVEALED Adding to…

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Splashy Fen 2025: A Fresh Lineup, New Experiences, and Unforgettable Memories Await

The stage is set for the 2025 edition of Splashy Fen, South Africa’s longest-running music festival, happening from 17 to 21 April 2025. Organizers have unveiled the Phase 1 lineup, featuring a mix of international stars, local icons, and emerging talent who are sure to captivate the Splashy Fen faithful. Stu Berry, festival organizer, shared his excitement about the curated…

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Review: WAXIT wax bar at Oceans Mall, Umhlanga

If you’ve ever hesitated about getting a wax because you’re worried about pain or discomfort, let me introduce you to WAXIT — where quick, easy, and virtually pain-free hair removal is a reality. I was treated to The Essentials body package, which includes a full leg wax, Hollywood, underarms, and a chin wax. It sounds like a lot, right? But…

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On The Lawn music festival with Matthew Mole, Hollow Coves (AUS) and Amistat (AUS) comes to Durban for Valentine’s Weekend!

Celebrate love, music, and connection this Valentine’s weekend with the highly anticipated On The Lawn Music Festival! Whether you’re planning a romantic day out with your special someone or simply looking to enjoy world-class music with loved ones, this festival promises an unforgettable experience at the beautiful Durban Botanic Gardens. Taking to the stage is South Africa’s beloved singer-songwriter Matthew…

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Let’s Rock – Concert in the Park on Valentine’s Weekend

Breakout Events is counting down the days as Let’s Rock, the UK’s most iconic 80s music festival, is making its highly anticipated debut in South Africa in just a few days! Known for its stellar lineups and incredible 80s nostalgia, Let’s Rock is bringing two unforgettable events to Johannesburg and Durban, featuring a mix of international legends and local icons…

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Trail of Lights 2024

If it’s Durban and it’s December… it has to be Trail of Lights time! CELEBRATION is this year’s theme for South Africa’s largest and most popular festive light extravaganza! Celebrating eight years of brilliant awe and wonder, this year’s luminous event offers a double-whammy to visitors – the Durban Botanic Gardens is proud to mark their 175th anniversary milestone, in…

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