Special Ways to Celebrate Heritage Month in Johannesburg

This Heritage Month, celebrate what it means to you to be South African with some special, heritage-themed family-friendly events taking place in Johannesburg. Choose how to commemorate this special occasion from a selection of events that feature an insightful culture and heritage tour, a beautiful orchestral concert, heritage fine dining experiences, and more.

Indulge in a chef curated ‘Back to thy Heritage’ fine dining experience

This Heritage Month, join Chef Kagiso for his specially curated ‘Back to Thy Heritage’ fine dining experience, inviting foodies and wine enthusiasts for a mouthwatering three-course lunch with wine pairing. This luxury dining experience has each course paired perfectly with select wines from Siwela Wines and introduced in detail by the chef himself.

Between courses, guests get to network and connect with one another in the intimate dining setting.

Cost: R550pp, book via Quicket

When: Sunday, 1 September from 12pm to 4.30pm
Where: The Cooking Studio, 31 Church St, Randburg, Johannesburg

King's Kloof Family Colour Fun Run/Walk heritage month

Participate in the King’s Kloof Heritage Month Family Colour Fun Run/Walk

The Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge hosts a fun run/walk this Heritage Month. Bring the family along for a 5km long run taking place at one of the finest views in Gauteng, beautifully situated at the top of the King’s Kloof, Krugersdorp.

The panorama of the Sterkfontein valley overlooks the Cradle of Humankind and the Magaliesberg and beyond, giving participants an opportunity to take in tons of South African culture and heritage on their active day out. The event also features a lifestyle exhibition.

Cost: R100pp, book via Quicket

When: Saturday, 7 September from 7am to 5pm
Where: Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge, 1 Wolf St, Paardeplaats 177 IQ, Krugersdorp

#RebelWalk_ Culture and History Tour heritage month — June 16 Memorial

Journey through South African culture and history on the #RebelWalk Tour

#RebelWalk is a 3-5km tour through Soweto, reflecting on the young leaders of the June 16 Uprising and exploring significant landmarks of the National Uprising. Partake in this heritage walking tour and enjoy features including a stop at Tsietsi Mashinini’s home, where you get the chance to pay homage to one of the key leaders of the uprising, and a stop at the June 16 Memorial Museum, which offers insight into the day’s events.

After various other cultural stops, the night is topped off with a local beer and rustic bar menu dinner at Native Rebels.

Cost: R950pp, book via Quicket

When: Thursday, 12 September from 5pm to 10pm
Where: Meet at Starbucks @ The Zone in Rosebank, Tyrwhitt Ave & Cradock Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg

People drumming at the Hoyohoyo Chartwell Lodge Heritag Month Culture Fest

Commemorate Heritage Month in style at the Hoyohoyo Chartwell Lodge Culture Fest

Hoyohoyo Chartwell Lodge invites you to their family-friendly Heritage Month Culture Fest celebrating South African culture. The event features African cuisine, a cultural marketplace, children’s entertainment, and an African Cultural Dance experience. Immerse yourself in a day filled with rich cultural experiences, delicious food, and endless entertainment.

Guests can also relax by the pool or indulge in a pampering session at the lodge’s Wisani Day SPA.

Cost: R500pp (adults) | R200pp (children) | Book via Quicket

When: Saturday, 21 September from 10am to 9pm
Where: Hoyohoyo Chartwell Lodge, 130 Romney Ave, Fourways, Chartwell

Book a spot for a unique fire dining experience at the Dikeme Fire Long Table Lunch

Dikeme Farms invites guests to enjoy a unique long table group dining experience, taking place at the Pecan pavilion and terrace at the farm, situated in the Cradle of Humankind and surrounded by the Magaliesburg mountains and breathtaking views. The experience gives diners the unique opportunity to explore their senses in a heritage setting of natural wonder.

The lunch features a heritage-inspired multi-course ‘farm to table’ meal with carefully selected South African wines paired with each course.

Cost: R1 800pp, book via Quicket

When: Sunday, 22 September from 11.30am to 6pm
Where: Dikeme Farms, 2MMQ+FX Krugersdorp

Take in a Heritage Day Concert presented by the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra

The Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra (JPO) presents ‘iNkosi uShaka: Umbono, Isizwe, Isiphetho‘ (‘King Shaka: A Vision, A Nation, A Destiny’), a special Heritage Day concert. The work is a composition by Canadian composer, Warren Bessey and centres the mighty warrior-king, Shaka kaSenzangakhona whilst also embracing a coterie of other historic figures.

The concert is conducted by Daniel Boico and features soloists, Andile Dlamini (bass-baritone), Siphokazi Nonzwakazi Maphumulo (soprano), and Rheinaldt Tshepo Moagi (tenor).

Cost: R100pp to R300pp, book via Quicket

When: Tuesday, 24 September from 3pm to 4.30pm
Where: Linder Auditorium, Wits Parktown Education Campus, 27 St Andrews Rd, Parktown, Johannesburg