Easter 2025 is just around the corner! And to get your Easter celebrations started, there’s an abundance of auspicious markets and egg-citing events scattered throughout the city. The Easter markets and events are already in full swing, so be sure to keep an eye out on this list as we add more markets over the next few weeks.
A Magical Easter at Melrose Arch
Date: 18 to 21 April 2025
Melrose Arch in association with 947 is brings Easter magic to life with an exciting line-up of activities for families to enjoy. From thrilling games to a whimsical Easter egg hunt, delicious treats, and live entertainment, there’s something for everyone to enjoy over the long weekend.
The Scoop Shop at Eastgate
Date: 15 to 21 April 2025
This Easter, Eastgate shopping centre in Johannesburg is inviting families to indulge in a delightful experience at The Scoop Shop, a celebratory activation in the centre’s Strelitzia Court. Open daily from 10am to 6pm, the uniquely themed space will offer a mix of sweet treats and interactive fun for all ages.
Chocolate Café at Sandton City
Date: 10 to 21 April 2025
This Easter, Sandton City is bringing an irresistible shopping experience to shoppers with the launch of its Chocolate Café – Chocolate Shop. The one-of-a-kind chocolate shop will run from 10 to 21 April in the Checkers court. Featuring a selection of beloved confectionery brands, including Beacon, Cadbury, Ferrero Rocher, Kinder, Lindt, Mister Sweets, Sally Williams and Sweetie Pie, the pop-up store promises a tempting array of sweet treats for chocolate lovers of all ages.
AMAZE-ing Easter Adventure at Southgate Mall
Date: 17 to 21 April 2025, daily from 10:00 to 15:00
Southgate Mall invites you to step into a world of colour and creativity with its immersive AMAZE-ing Easter celebration. With two vibrant activations – the Bunny Fun Maze at Southgate Mall and Floral Fix selfie station at The Value Mart – this year’s festivities promise picture-perfect memories and fun for all ages. The Wimpy Court will be transformed into a life-size maze where kids can collect hidden Easter eggs pinned to the walls. Also, the Floral Fix selfie station will offer a stunning floral backdrop – perfect for snapping and sharing your Easter moments.
The Rand Show 2025
Dates: 17 to 21 April 2025
The much-anticipated Rand Show returns for its 2025 edition! Get ready five days full of entertainment, shopping, thrills, and discovery – all in one exciting event! The Rand Show 2025 is set to excite like never before, featuring unique experiences for all ages. From great performances to interactive exhibits and incredible shopping, the 2025 Rand Show is the place to be.
Easter Friday Donkey Market
Date: Friday, 18 April 2025
Join Rest Ur Ass Donkey Sanctuary this Easter Friday for a fun-filled Easter Market! Browse the fabulous new stalls and grab a bite to eat. The kiddos can meet the Easter Bunny in the fur, and also partake in a treat filled Easter Egg Hunt from 12:00. Entry to the market costs R30 per adult, R20 per child and pensioner, and little ones under 3 get in for FREE. All proceeds go towards the 226 donkeys in their care.
Bryanston Easter Market
Date: Saturday, 19 April 2025
Looking for some family fun over the Easter long weekend? then be sure not to miss the Bryanston Easter Market at the Bryanston Market. Here, you’ll enjoy a day filled with loads of shopping, delicious and wholesome food, live music for your entertainment, as well as Easter crafts and a puppet show for the little ones.
Buckets & Bunny Easter Egg Hunt
Date: Saturday, 19 April 2025 and Sunday, 20 April 2025
Head to Syringa Park for an egg-citing Easter adventure filled with fun, laughter, and surprises for all ages! there will be a thrilling Easter Egg Hunt, a special glow-in-the-dark hunt for an extra magical experience, loads of fun activities and games perfect for the whole family, treats, and more!
Sunset Picnic Cinema at Wanderers Stadium
Date: Saturday, 19 April 2025
Enjoy an unforgettable evening under the stars at Sunset Picnic Cinema at DP World Wanderers Stadium. Spend the afternoon exploring a curated market filled with gourmet food, handcrafted treats and artisanal crafts. Watch two blockbuster family movies. The first movie starts at 4:00 PM, followed by the second at 7:00 PM. Take your blankets, picnic baskets, and loved ones for a cozy, stylish movie experience. Also, support their Blanket Drive by leaving your picnic blanket behind. Donations go to the Motshidisi Ngwai Foundation.
Moja Easter Festival
Date: Saturday, 19 April 2025 from 19:00
Join Carnival City for an unforgettable celebration of faith and music at the Moja Easter Festival 2025. This sacred time of the year calls for an extraordinary gathering, and they’re bringing together the biggest names in gospel music.
Prepare for an uplifting and soul-stirring experience with an all-star lineup featuring Benjamin Dube; Rebecca Malope; Winnie Mashaba; Ntokozo Mbambo; Xolly Mncwango; Ayanda Ntanzi Dumi and Mkokstad Sbu Noah. No children under 3 allowed. All attendees under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian.
Egoli Easter Weekend Family Festival
Date: Saturday, 19 April 2025
Bring your family and immerse yourself in the open air ambiance of Egoli Funpark and their Easter Weekend Family Festival. Enjoy the outdoors at Egoli Funpark with your family. Expect a day full of entertainment for the kids, unwind in the carnival atmosphere, and enjoy a picnic or braai – the choice is yours.
Easter Night Market
Date: Thursday, 17 April 2025 from 17:00 until 20:00
HeartSpace Events and the Edenvale German Club can’t wait to bring you the return of their Easter Night Market! Becoming an annual event not to be missed, join them in celebrating this egg-citing time of year! The whole family will have a great time at the market with live entertainment!
Chartwell Easter Market
Date: Sunday, 20 April 2025 from 10:00 until 16:00
The Chartwell Castle will again play host to an Easter themed market. The annual market has plenty of stalls with vendors selling handmade items and of course some delicious food. There will be over 60 stalls to shop from.
There will be kids entertainment and live music that you can enjoy while bonding with friends and family. Their restaurant, Vineyards Beer Garden & Pizzeria, is also taking lunch bookings.
Mirari Gin & Chocolate Pairing
Date: Friday, 18 and Saturday, 19 April 2025 from 12:00 until 17:00
Get ready for an extraordinary experience as Mirari Gin unveils their Gin & Chocolate Pairing! This unique experience is the perfect addition to your Easter celebrations.
The experience includes a refreshing welcome with a Mirari G&T; followed by a guided gin tasting with chocolate pairing; a distillery tour; as well as your own bottled memory to take home with you.
The Annual Black Horse Easter Market
Date: Monday, 21 April 2025
Don’t miss the Annual Black Horse Easter Market! Located at their Galloway Gardens, spend the day exploring the various craft stalls filled with unique finds. Grab a bite from the food trucks onsite. Enjoy craft beer and gin tastings. Explore the world of vino with the various wine tastings. There will also be live music for the grownups and loads of fun activities for the kiddos. It’s the perfect day out for the whole family. Click here to get your tickets.
Easter Egg Fun Run & Walk
Date: Monday, 21 April 2025
Join Friends of Free Wildlife and Riversands Farm Village on Family Day for a fun run/walk and Easter egg hunt. It’s a fun way to spend the last day of your long weekend! Plus, there are prizes up for grabs, including a Life Day Spa vouchers for the fastest time. Also, for the kids, whoever finds the most eggs will win prizes from Toys R Us and Bounce Inc. All proceeds go to Friends of Free Wildlife! Click here to get your tickets.
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