What are you doing this Human Rights Day? If you have nothing planned yet, here are a few 2025 events happening in and around Joburg. From festivals to races and even a historical walking tour, there's plenty to do on your day off!
The Pirates Club Music Quiz Night
Date: Thursday, 20 March 2025 from 18:30
The Pirates Club Music Quiz Night is back on Thursday, 20 March 2025! They would love to have you join them for an event of trivia fun, whether you're a club member or not. Stand a chance to WIN some incredible prizes, sponsored by Devil's Peak, and even enjoy an ice cold welcome beverage on arrival.
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Human Rights Day at Chicago's Piano Bar
Date: Thursday, 20 March 2025 from 18:30
Celebrate Human Rights Day in style at Chicago's Piano Bar. Enjoy an evening filled with plenty of fun, music, drink specials and loads of good vibes. Friday is a public holiday, so you can stay late and have fun! Expect karaoke, drink specials, two dancefloors, live music and more.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATIONBar Night Katy's Palace Bar
Date: Thursday 20 March 2025
Friday is a public holiday (Human Rights Day), which means Thursday night is on at Katy's Palace! Join them for The Palace Masquerade. Live entertainment will feature Jordan Arts; John Lyra; El Kupa; Indigo; Don Vito; Kelvin and Martin. Dance the night away on their two dancefloors, and celebrate Human Right's Day with a bang! What can you expect on the night? Think masks and amazing music, aerial acts defy gravity, and fireworks painting the night. Tickets cost between R150 to R250 per person. Click here to book your tickets online.
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Human Rights Festival at Constitution Hill
Date: Thursday, 20 March to Sunday, 23 March 2025
This Human Right's Weekend, Constitution Hill will host their Human Rights Festival, featuring everything from an 8km We The People Walk, Sounds of Freedom Music Festival, theatre and poetry to a film fest, debates, skills building and much more. Click here to view their full programme for the weekend. The festival is free for all!
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATIONHuman Rights Day with Dlala Nje
Date: Friday, 21 March 2025 from 15:00 to 19:00
This Human Rights Day, explore Joburg, step outside your comfort zone, and join a walking tour that will leave you feeling inspired. Dlala Nje invites you to a special Human Rights Day tour that will combine history, culture, and breathtaking city views into one unforgettable experience. By merging their celebrated “This is Hillbrow” walking tour with the Dlala Nje 5101 Sundowners, they’re offering a unique Hillbrow tour adventure that gives you a fresh perspective on the inner city.
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Human Rights Day at Bryanston Market
Date: Friday, 21 March 2025 from 09:00 to 15:00
Join Bryanston Market on 21 March 2025 as they celebrate Human Rights Day with a vibrant lineup of activities for the whole family! with a vibrant lineup of activities for the whole family! Expect plenty of shopping opportunities, loads of wholesome food, fun for the kids, as well as live music to set the scene for the day.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATIONHuman Rights Day Candle Crafting
Date: Friday, 21 March 2025 from 11:00 to 12:00 and 13:00 to 14:00
Feel like getting crafty this Human Rights Day? Join The Kioli Concept for a fun-filled candle crafting session at the Crafters Shed at Prison Break Market. Cost is R650 per person, and there are two time slots available. But be sure to book ASAP, as space is limited per session.
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Human Rights Day Berry Picking at Field Berry Farm
Date: Friday, 21 March 2025 from 09:00 to 15:00
Join Field Berry Farm for a day of picking your own berries, enjoying delicious food, and listening to great local music. There’s plenty of fun for all ages. There will be a variety of stalls onsite selling delicious food and refreshments. There are also halaal and vegan food options available. Local band, Thulas & Friends, will perform live.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATIONHuman Rights Day Trail Run
Date: Friday, 21 March 2025 from 06:30 until 10:00.
Dust off those running shoes and go for a run or walk with the Human Rights Day Trail Run! The event offers various distances: 2km, 5km, 10km, and 15km. The venue – Prime View Adventure & Leisure – is located at Olifantsfontein Road, Olifantsfontein, Midrand. Pets are welcome at this venue.
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Human Rights Day Carnival at Prison Break Market
Date: Friday, 21 March 2025 from 09:00 until 20:00.
Looking for something fun to do this Human Rights Day? Then be sure to visit the Prison Break Market for their Human Rights Day Carnival, located at The Harvest Pantry. There's plenty of fun for all ages! Think face painting, balloons, clowns, a live drumming performance and a spectacular fire show!
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATIONSecret Sunrise
Date: Friday, 21 March 2025 08:30 until 10:30
Join Secret Sunrise JHB for a Human Rights Day escapade at Bryanston Market! It’s a happy and spirit lifting way to kick off the long weekend. They are partnering with the Bryanston Market to bring you a morning filled with local is lekka on Human Right’s Day. Find yourself a delicious breakfast, shop for treats and enjoy a coffee with friends pre or post dance.
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WWF Earth Hour Celebrations
Date: Saturday, 22 March 2025 17:00 until 22:00
WWF South Africa, in partnership with SANBI, is thrilled to invite you to an Earth Hour Outdoor Cinema Event, featuring an unforgettable outdoor cinema experience under the twinkling stars. Join them for a special screening of “Happy Feet”, a heart-warming animated classic featuring tap-dancing penguins with a powerful environmental message. Bring your family and friends, pack a picnic basket, and immerse yourselves in this unique event at Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATIONLooking for more exciting events to attend in the city of Joburg? Then be sure to take a look at our list of expos happening in 2025! Click here to see the full 2024 Upcoming Expos list.
