FNB Dance Umbrella
Where: Johannesburg
When: January
Website: www.fnb.co.za …
A festival of contemporary choreography and dance, the FNB Dance Umbrella has presented work ranging from community-based dance troupes to international companies since 1988. It's launched many South African choreographers into international dance, including Vincent Mantsoe, Robyn Orlin and Boyzie Cekwana.
Joy of Jazz
Where: Johannesburg
When: August
Website: www.joyofjazz.co.za
Johannesburg's biggest annual jazz festival is an ideal family outing, featuring a range of musical styles but with a strong emphasis on jazz. Over 200 local and international artists perform at different venues across the city, particularly in Newtown.
Cellar Rats Wine Festival
Where: Magaliesberg
When: August
Website: www.cellarrats.co.za
Taste South Africa's best wines in a tranquil outdoor setting in the Magaliesberg. Held every year in August, the Cellar Rats Wine Festival is a day of wine tasting, with picnic baskets for sale and many activities for the kids. Enjoy huge shady trees, lush green grass and an
abundance of birdlife on the banks of the picturesque Magalies River. Designated drivers get in for free.
Arts Alive
Where: Johannesburg
When: September
Website: www.artsalive.co.za
Arts Alive, held every September since 1992, features a heady mix of dance, visual art, poetry and music at venues in the Joburg inner city. The main concert, held at the Johannesburg Stadium, headlines international superstars such as 50 Cent and Busta Rhymes. Over 600 artists perform during the four-day festival, with most shows at various venues in Newtown. The ever-popular Jazz on the Lake is held on the final day.
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