2025 is going to be a busy year on the expo scene. The event scene is booming with excitement as our favourite expos are return for their next edition. Wondering what expos you can expect to see during 2025? Then keep an eye on this list, as we continuously add upcoming expos happening in Joburg. There’s sure to be something for everyone!
Global Education’s Study Abroad Expo
Date: 27 January and 01 February 2025
Looking to study abroad but need guidance and assistance to set you in the right direction? Then don’t miss the Global Education Study Abroad Expo, taking place at various venues across the country. The highly anticipated expo creates unique opportunities for students and parents in Zimbabwe and South Africa to explore educational and career pathways with top universities from around the world. With over 20 premier institutions represented, this event offers an invaluable chance to engage one-on-one with university representatives at no cost.
The High School Expo
Date: 31 January to 01 February 2025
The High School Expo are excited to host a two-day event at Fourways Mall Promo Court, featuring around 100 exhibitors ranging from schools to top educational suppliers. Offering a wide range of activities planned – including interactive games and insightful talks for both parents and children – this year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever!
East Rand Lifestyle Expo 2025
Date: 08 and 09 February 2025
Taking place at the ANEW Hotel OR Tambo, the East Rand Lifestyle Expo 2025 offers visitors everything from food and drink, live entertainment and kiddies play zone to fashion and accessories, beauty, confectionary and much more. Entry costs R20 per person and kids under 12 enter FREE.
Eid Shopping Expo
Date: 20 to 23 February 2025
Join and feel the excitement at EIDFEST – South Africa’s largest shopping expo and networking experience of its kind. The Eid Shopping Expo offers four incredible days filled with fashion, food, jewelry, gifts, toys, and endless treasures at the Gallagher Convention Centre. It’s the perfect place to get everything you need for Ramadan and Eid, all under one roof!
Homemakers Fair
Date: 27 February to 02 March 2025
Don’t miss this year’s edition of the Homemakers Fair, taking place at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit & International Convention Centre. Here, homeowners will be spoilt for choice with hundreds of exhibitors in home, renovation and decor. This is the ultimate destination to kick-start your home improvement dreams and reno plans!
The Rand Show
Date: 17 – 21 April 2025
South Africa’s largest consumer lifestyle experience returns for their 2025 edition! Get ready for another incredible five-day spectacle, that brings the best of South Africa’s entertainment, shopping, thrills, and discovery together, all in one extraordinary event. The Rand Show 2025 is set to deliver excitement like never before, featuring unique experiences for everyone in the family. From great performances to interactive exhibits and incredible shopping, The Rand Show 2025 is the place to be.
The SOS² Reptile Expo
Date: 26 to 27 April 2025
Join Emperors Palace for the biggest reptile expo in Africa. Expect over 50 exhibitors showcasing their best reptiles, arachnids and more, for sale. Also, enclosures and accessories will be on sale to ensure you have a happy reptilian pet. There’ll also be books, apparel, reptile removal equipment, and more. Plus, this year, they have a VIP guest, all the way from the USA! Tickets will be available from 1 April 2025, costing R80 per adult, R40 per child under 12, and free entry for children under 4 years. Please note, NO VISITOR PETS ALLOWED.
Comic Con Africa 2025
Date: 25 to 28 September 2025
Comic Con Africa has become one of the biggest expos of the year. And in September, they will be returning for yet another four-day extravaganza, full of epic pop culture, gaming, and unforgettable experiences at the JHB Expo Centre. This is your opportunity to geek out, level up, and dive into a world of fandom.
Organic & Natural Products Expo
Date: 02 to 04 October 2025
The Organic & Natural Products Expo Africa is the continent’s only dedicated event for these industry sectors. This is an event for health, wellness, and sustainability conscious people. Here, you candiscover diverse offerings, including organic foods (vegan, vegetarian, halaal, kosher), beauty and personal care products, and health supplements.
rAge Expo
Date: November 2025
Play at rAge Expo 2025. Every year, thousands of rAge fans descend on this ever-popular and well-known expo for three fun-filled days of all things gaming, tech, gadgets, and geek lifestyle entertainment.
Spend the day or weekend getting lost in various video games’ virtual worlds or within the pages of a comic book. Roll the dice with a new fantasy board game or dress up as your favourite superhero or character. You’ll also be able to step into the future and explore the latest hi-tech gadgets and robots. rAge Expo has something that’ll get your nerd-senses tingling with delight.
The Sex Expo
Date: November 2025
We all know how popular the Sexpo used to be back in the day. Which is why we know that the The Sex Expo at the Gallagher Convention Centre will be just as popular and exciting!
Being the only expo of its kind at the moment, this is just the place if you’re looking to have some cheeky and sexy fun. Think amazing fire and pyro shows that’s sure to amaze; sexy performances that are sure to leave you feeling a bit hot under the collar; viewing unique artwork create by the world-famous Pricasso, the penile artist from Australia; plenty of sexy shopping opportunities and so much more!
Please note: this is NOT a child-friendly event, strictly adults only!
The Cannabis Expo
Date: November 2025
Africa’s largest cannabis event – The Cannabis Expo – will be heading to the Sandton Convention Centre. As the name implies, this expo is all about all things cannabis.
From education and innovative products to getting clued up on the laws around cannabis, as well as the wide range of health benefits of cannabis and so much more, this event will cover every lifestyle aspects surrounding this medicinal and versatile plant. The expo will feature over 150 exhibitors, representing the full spectrum of the cannabis industry. And don’t forget to browse and enjoy the latest in cannabis-infused and inspired culinary delights at The Cannabis Food Market.
Please note: no under 18s will be allowed into this event.
