Browsing: Events & Social Scene

Highbury recently celebrated its 116th birthday and unearthed their first-ever time capsule, which was buried by Mrs Pam Turner’s Grade 5 class in 1994.

In the third leg of its annual nationwide tour, the new look Whisky & Gin Live Celebration is heading to Durban’s beautiful Suncoast Globe on the 13th, 14th and 15th of June.

Calling all talented performers under the age of 18!

Luke Mayo is the youngest player on the southern African professional golf tour, a quietly-spoken young man with a steely determination to succeed.

Fitness events around KZN

A two-day gin festival offering late night shopping, live music, food, beer and of course gin.

The Grand Exotic is opening its doors slowly, in complete contrast to the immense, intense amount of work which owner Sarah (Dykins) Owen, and partner, Curt Wolff have put into the project.

Retirement might be associated with being put out to pasture, but, as world memory champion Daren Denholm so nicely puts it, retirement is the start of the best years of a person’s life

Splashy Fen’s festival management have made strategic efforts to ensure there is something for everyone to eat, drink and enjoy over the Easter long weekend.

Sugar Rush Park is hosting another star-studded Marriott Ballito Beats concert.

Mark Charlesworth is training to walk the East Coast Radio 5 KM “Big Walk”, seemingly impossible physical challenge for someone with an incomplete spinal cord injury.

Lifestyle Centre has confirmed that the SCASA (Speciality Coffee Association of Southern Africa) National Coffee Competitions 2019 will be held at the centre this month, from 21 – 24 February, culminating in the finals on Sunday, 24 February.

Join Kloof Conservancy for a fun-filled evening, Leap Day for Frogs. 

Hikes around the Upper Highway Area, a perfect activity for the holidays

Obstacles are a way of life for children with special needs but you can help them by joining SARDA Durban at an exciting family event planned at Durban Shongweni Club.

This year saw Nolan Hoffman sprint his way to his fifth consecutive victory and his seventh overall title at the Tsogo Sun Amashova Durban Classic in a time of 2 hours, 22 minutes and 10 seconds.

Roar with laughter when the Laugh machine scuttles into Sibaya Casino & Entertainment Kingdom this month.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and what better way to enjoy it than with family and friends at this year’s Santa Run powered by The Hub.

 Families are invited to come down to uShaka Marine World where they will trick or treat through uShaka Marine World’s Village Walk, then explore the scary Wreck Aquarium in the Phantom Ship.

For a special, once-off, mid-week concert, the Guy Buttery Trio takes to the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre stage on Wednesday, 10 October.

The much-anticipated Natal Orchid Society biannual Orchid Show will take place on the weekend of 13 and 14 October 2018 at Parkhill Bowling Club in Durban North.

Toys R Us & Babies R Us challenges corporates and the community to support PACT

With a meeting of two very distinct creative minds united by their mutual curiosity in each other’s diverse musical worlds,…

Nibs van der Spuy is happy to be returning to the Conscious Café, on Friday 14 September, for an exclusive and intimate solo performance.

Ballito Junction Regional Mall shoppers are invited to experience the magic of the internationally acclaimed Drakensberg Boys’ Choir at a special performance on Saturday, 15 September, from 11h30 – 12h00.

Katrine Anker-Nilssen chats to Ali Akal, a talented painter who loves a good challenge

Just three-and-a-half hours from Durban is the perfect weekend getaway to recharge your battery and enjoy the crisp Drakensberg air.

Get outdoors with the kids for a treasure hunt, geocaching style

Stunning orchids and rare plants will be the stars of the show at the Fairway Orchid and Rare Plant Fair to be held at 118 Fairway, Durban North on Saturday, 21st July 2018.

Great fun, good food and a good time was had by all at a recent Vespa Breakfast run.

This iconic event launched on June 7 and is the first of many evening markets to take place at The Colony Centre in Hillcrest.

Talented Siblings off To Junior Commonwealth Fencing Championship

One of South Africa’s most iconic bands, Mango Groove, returns to Marriot Ballito Beats this July.

Get into that Durban July Fever with an afternoon of celebration with Clicquot, canapes and live entertainment at the Beverly Hills Hotel. 

Join bird expert Steve Davis for an informative talk and walk to discover the birdlife in Giba Conservancy.

Land Rover Durban High Goal Polocrosse Event Promises World Class Action

This unique and exclusive residential development has got a personal touch and a strong focus on sustainable living.

On a rainy evening at the end of March, Mpumlanga township gathered at Seaman’s Corner to enjoy the tunes of the jazz band Iza Ngoma.

Paula and Michael Strydom started the Heartstrings Community Project in 2013 with the vision of bringing communities together.

Next month sees South Africa’s best selling indi-rock band, The Parlotones, take to the stage at The Rockwood Theatre, Sibaya.

The Drummond Conservancy is hosting an Indigenous Plant Fair on Saturday 19 May 2018.

This month WESSA is hosting a talk on by Logan Govender ‘Colonising the Solar System’, followed by a braai.

Together, Kanada Narahari and Guy Buttery bring a newfound gathering of these worlds creating something uniquely their own whilst simultaneously drawing from their respective traditions.

This course aims to ensure that your garden complies to some extent with the Alien Plant Control Regulations, is a safe working environment; and one of which you and your employees enjoy.

Northwood Crusaders Sports Club will host its second outdoor movie night on the main fields, with a free screening of ‘Grease’.

CROW is hosting a Black Tie Event at the Coastlands Hotel in Umhlanga on Friday, 18th May at 7pm.

It’s time to shake, rattle and roll at Rockwood Sibaya.

The fifth annual Gooderson Leisure MTB & Trail Running Challenge will be taking place at Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort.

The fourth Michaelhouse Festival of Music will be taking place at the magnificent school grounds from Friday 11 to Sunday 13 May.

Local band Grand Traverse can’t wait to share their new album with the Upper Highway community – and the rest of the world, writes Katrine Anker-Nilssen.

This event is part of the national awareness campaign to point the spotlight at frogs.

Africa’s largest Easter Egg Hunt just got bigger and better, providing a whole lot of Easter fun for less at uShaka Marine World

A floral extravaganza will be staged by the KZN Panel of Floral Art Judges through a gracious home and garden.

The Culture at Kearsney Art Exhibition highlights the artistic talent of our youth.

The team behind the 5th Annual Mum’s Mail PMB Ladies Breakfast, in association with Sanlam in support of The Sunflower Fund, is expecting yet another sold out event.

Guests can expect a classy but colourful affair at the eagerly anticipated 12th Annual Sunflower Fund Ladies Breakfast, in association with Meraki Women Couture.

Avid orchid fans are in for a treat in March when these stunning plants are put in the spotlight at the Natal Orchid Society’s annual Autumn Orchid Show.

Indigo Skate Park is a center of skateboarding culture in the heart of a rural Zulu village, where the benefits extend way beyond the adrenaline rush.

Royal Palm Hotel is proud to welcome on board their new General Manager, Simon Bailey.

The NWJ Bridal & Beauty Experience is a fresh, new take on modern wedding trends and the introduction of an authentic interactive beauty experience.

Law firms rise to save the day for Durban & Coast SPCA.

The Two Acres Tearoom is a unique setting that forms part of the Hornby Clivia Nursery in Hillcrest.

Hillcrest Conservancy invites you to join their Birding and general walk with knowledgeable leaders.

Run, cycle or swim with the TinMan Triathlon at Suncoast

Seeff uMhlanga has embarked on a “Thank You” campaign to acknowledge the many people who have made a significant difference to our community. One such lady is Gina Vlahakis

If Christmas wouldn’t be the same for you without a beautiful glazed gammon, give Georgie’s a try this year – 100% South African, 100% wood smoked!

Funnyman Aaron McIlroy reprises his collaboration with actor-director Patrick Kenny with the return by popular demand of their fun-filled 2016 family show, Captain Redbeard and Jeff’s Great Christmas Adventure.

The festive season is a time to be outdoors with friends and family, and meal times should fit into that easy lifestyle too! Choose healthy, braai-ready chicken

After years of relative quiet on the local restaurant scene, the Upper Highway has seen a burst of activity, with exciting new additions, including popular franchises and unique local eateries

Greedy Buddha was named as the best restaurant in Durban for Restaurant Week 2017.

Durbanites invited to take part in Starbucks sandcastle challenge on November 18!

Heyfields at 59 Old Main Road, Kloof is a fascinating example of Art Deco architecture maintained by a family who have loved it for almost three decades

Trending Comics is a spin-off of the Johannesburg International Comedy Festival.

The Kloof Rest Home Association has been reborn as The Hills Retirement Community, building on 113 years of trust and professionalism.

Amber Rubarth & Nibs Van der Spuy KwaZulu-Natal Spring Tour Dates

 uShaka Marine World is going all out to spook and thrill you this Halloween with a daring dolphin show and plenty of trick or treating.

The Christmas Fair Fund presents the Christmas Country Fair

Being healthy doesn’t only apply to your body – it applies to one’s mind and home too.

Gather your friends and celebrate the Season at the 2017 Talloula Christmas Showcase

Expect chilled vibes, and some of SA’s favourite beers at the inaugural October Beer Festival set to rock you on Friday, October 27th at Granada Square in Umhlanga.