We’re celebrating Easter in every way possible. Have fun!
April 1: Looking for somewhere fun to take the kids for a day out? We’ve got you. The Pretoria Zoo Kiddies Festival, also known as National Bundle of Joy Day, is around the corner. With exciting zoo tours, educational games, puppet shows, magic shows, swimming pools, jumping castles and face painting and so much more on the programme, your little ones are sure to have the time of their lives. From 9am at the Pretoria Zoo. Tickets from R150 from webtickets.co.za
April 1: Dancing for Rhinos invites you to their glamourous gala event. Guests can look forward to a three-course dinner, dance performances, guest speakers and their inspiring musical, A Story of Hope. There will also be a silent auction and raffle draw. Funds raised will aid rhino conservation. Here’s your chance to become a part of the change! From 5.30pm at the Deutsche Internationale Schule Pretoria. R600 per person from quicket.co.za
April 1: Start the month off with a little colour by participating in the Family Colour Fun Walk hosted by Lifeline Pretoria. This is the perfect opportunity to use your love of fitness to do good as the funds raised will go towards Lifeline Pretoria who offer free counselling to the community. Participants can choose between a 2.5km and 5km walk. Dogs on leashes are also welcome. From 8am at 1161 Woodlands Drive, Queenswood. Tickets are R100 per person from webtickets.co.za
April 14: The well-known American rock band Counting Crows is back in South Africa for the first time in 15 years as part of their The Butter Miracle Tour. Here’s your chance to sing at the top of your lungs to some of their chart-topping hits … think Mr Jones, Accidentally in Love and Round Here. From 8pm at the SunBet Arena, Time Square. From R745 per person from ticketmaster.co.za
April 16: Have you had it with other people taking better photos than you with their smartphones? Want to learn the basics and stop trying to figure it out via Google? The Smartphone Photography Workshop is just what you need! Course presenter, Albert Bredenhann has a fun-filled morning lined up with all the basics, tips and ideas you need to take some breathtaking pics with your smartphone. 9am to 12pm. R450 per person. Details: 072 582 4462
April 25: In the mood for some classic rock anthems and soulful ballads? Karen Zoid, who is known to never perform the same show twice, will once again be delivering an unforgettable performance. Supported by long-time friend and masterful guitarist Henry Steel, this duo is sure to warm your hearts and minds with their stripped-down incarnation of this vocalist, musician and lyricist’s most popular and new music. April 25 and 26 at the Atterbury Theatre. Tickets from R295 from seatme.co.za
April 27: The Fijnwyn Wine and Food Market invites you to their dazzling 10-year birthday celebration. Experience a bit of the Cape Winelands in Pretoria with wines to taste from around 30 wine farms! What better way to end off the month than with amazing wines, food from top street food vendors and live music. This is what core memories are made of! April 27 and 29 at Shokran Events Venue. 10am to 5pm. Tickets from R195 per person from itickets.co.za
April 29: If you’re a fan of both Steve Hofmeyr and Neil Diamond, you won’t want to miss this! As Steve considers himself Diamond’s biggest fan, he will be paying homage to his hero at his upcoming show Steve Does Beautiful Noise. With a spread of who’s who in the band and symphonic orchestra, they will be delivering a fine performance under the stars. This outdoor event will be held from 7pm at the Voortrekker Monument Amphitheatre in Pretoria. Doors open at 4pm. Tickets from R250 per person from itickets.co.za
April 29: Willem Botha is back in town and can’t wait to host his ever-popular Willem Botha Make-Up Masterclass. He’s promising an exciting morning of music, make-up, tips, good food and fun. Guests can also expect to test and pamper themselves with the full range of Willem Botha Beauty products. 10.30am to 1.30pm at Monte De Dios in Pretoria. Tickets from R500 per person from quicket.co.za
New release…
Our top pick this month has to be the locally produced ‘Skrik vir Niks’. Get your popcorn ready, and get to know the other side of Francois Henning, better known as Snotkop.
Fans of Afrikaans singer, Snotkop can look forward to this brand-new documentary film, Skrik vir Niks. This talented artist’s road to fame was paved with blood, sweat and tears. People see a meteoric rise, but it takes hard work and a thick skin that few can appreciate. Skrik vir Niks is a war cry for all the outsiders. Those who don’t fit in. It’s inspiring, unifying and calls for a positive mindset in the face of opposition. It’s a pumping EDM number that gives you permission to wave your freak flag. Snotkop reminds us that it’s better to be real, to think for yourself and to be yourself. And, if you don’t like the story written for you, write your own. The movie can be streamed from any device. Tickets from R180 per device from itickets.co.za
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