Parkhurst Village Fair Makes a Festive Family-Friendly Return this September

After nearly a decade, the Parkhurst Village Fair is making its return to Verity Park and this time, it’s powered by the people. Hosted by PRABOA (Parkhurst Residents and Business Owners Association), the 2025 Fair is being held on Saturday, 27 September, marking a revival of a cherished neighbourhood event, last held in 2016.

Parkhurst Village Fair craft stall and kebabs on the braai | What's on in Joburg

What to expect from the Parkhurst Village Fair’s return

After nearly a decade, the Parkhurst Village Fair is making its return to Verity Park. This year’s Fair is volunteer-driven, with local residents, businesses, and entertainers putting up their hands to create a day of connection, creativity, and celebration.

From morning yoga to live music, street food and kids’ activities, the Fair promises something for everyone, whether you’re a long-time local or a curious visitor: This is Parkhurst at its best and open to all.

The day’s highlights include:

Kick-off community yoga class
Live music and entertainment
Vendors of all sorts
Street food, craft beer, and bubbles
Kids’ play zones
Chill-out spaces
RUSK-OFF finals, judged by rising local celeb Yaya of Yaya’s Rusks
Raffle with exciting prizes
Art auction
Paw-parazzi Dog Show

And much more.

Parkhurst Village Fair crowd | What's on in Joburg

All about community

The Parkhurst Village Fair is more than a day out; it’s a platform for neighbourhood upliftment. PRABOA, a volunteer-run organisation, works year-round to maintain Verity Park, advocate for public benefit projects, and foster a safe, vibrant Parkhurst. Proceeds from the Fair will support these efforts, with a portion donated to a local charity selected by the Fair Committee.

Lead-Up Activations

In the weeks ahead, Parkhurst will come alive with community activations designed to spark participation and pride, including:

Parkhurst RUSK-OFF – a friendly bake-off getting the ovens going and recipes flowing
Photography Competition – capturing the spirit of Parkhurst
Kids’ Art Competition – celebrating young creativity

Keep your eyes peeled on their social media to keep track of all the lead-up activations and the participating sponsors, businesses and entertainers.

You can also get involved by donating or becoming a member of PRABOA. Follow along for updates and ways to contribute.

Parkhurst Village Fair food and wine stall | What's on in Joburg

Visit the Parkhurst Village Fair

Guests for the Fair can park at Parkhurst Primary School at R25 per vehicle.

Cost: R90pp for standard entry; R40pp for children aged 12 and under; R70pp for pensioners 65+; PRABOA members get one free ticket each (Email [email protected] to find out how). Book via Howler