Festivals are taking over Joburg! Start planning your festival season in the city with our list of must-attend festivals taking place in 2026. Be sure to visit this page often; we're constantly updating it with new and exciting announcements and festival dates.
Petals With Purpose: Dahlia Festival
Date: 28 - 29 March 2026
Head out for a weekend that’s all sunshine at Petals with Purpose: Dahlia Festival in Magaliesburg. Rows of dahlias in every colour you can think of, the smell of good food drifting through the air, and a glass of wine waiting for you between strolls. There’ll be gardening talks, local treats, and plenty of photo-worthy moments among the flowers. It's a perfect little outdoor escape that does us Joburgers so much good.
The Rand Show
Date: 2 – 6 April 2026
This one's a Joburg classic for a reason! The Rand Show is back at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, and it’s bigger, louder and more fun than ever. Food stalls, live music, funfair rides, and shopping galore. There's plenty going on here to keep both you and the kids busy. Get your tickets for Joburg’s ultimate family day out!
Jozi Kota Festival 2026
Date: 25 April 2026
The Jozi Kota Festival is bringing all Kasi Kota flavours to an event you absolutely can't miss. This is a deliciously jam-packed festival, with kota taking the limelight. There's a pumping musical line-up, a section just for the kids, and the guarantee of an incredible time.
AfrikaBurn
Date: 27 April – 3 May 2026
This isn’t your average festival. AfrikaBurn is a wild, creative playground in the Tankwa Karoo where art, fire and self-expression reign supreme. What's it all about? Massive sculptures, eccentric outfits and a community of people who believe in making magic from dust. Leave your comfort zone at home and dive into the desert dream.
The Big Fat Greek Festival
Date: 9 May 2026
Time to dig out your stretchy clothes and comfy dancing shoes...you're going to be shouting “Opa!” all Saturday. The Big Fat Greek Festival is back, and honestly, no one throws a party quite like the Greeks. Expect plates piled high with souvlaki and spanakopita, wine flowing like conversation at a family lunch, and music that’ll have you reconsidering your nationality. There’ll be belly dancers, bouzouki beats, tremendous amounts of food, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Come find out why Greek parties are famous.
The Magical Marble Family Fest
Date: 9 May 2026
From the creators of the roaringly successful Luxurious Marble Circus comes a new world of wonder, laughter, and play. The Magical Marble Family Fest is unfolding at James & Ethel Gray Park in Melrose. There'll be music, food, and magic for families of every kind. Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with a festival that's likely to become one of the most iconic in Joburg.
