Still not sure how to celebrate Women’s Day this year? Do not fret because venues in and near Joburg have pulled out all the stops to make women feel all the more special this month. From delightful dining to operatic serenades, and wellness events to sporting challenges and more, the Women’s Day celebrations are going on all month.

Get active with the Totalsports Women’s Race

Join a “Sea of Pink” when close to 20,000 runners and walkers come together in solidarity to celebrate National Women’s Day at the iconic Totalsports Women’s Race. Participating athletes have their choice of either tackling a 10km or a 5km run. Not only do participants get to compete in exhilarating races, but they are also treated to some live performances throughout the morning.

Unregistered athletes are urged to purchase a temporary running license in order to be eligible for participation.

Cost: R145pp (10km) | R110pp (5km) | R60pp temp. license | Book via Webtickets

When: Saturday, 17 August | Start times: 8am (10km) & 8.10 (5km)
Where: Start: Mark’s Park, Judith Ave, Emmarentia, Johannesburg

Gather for an afternoon tea experience at the Radisson Hotel O.R. Tambo Johannesburg

With plush furnishings and gorgeous natural light washing in, the lobby dining area at Radisson Hotel O.R. Tambo Johannesburg is certainly a grand spot to take high tea.

And you can expect the food to be equally exquisite. Bought to us by chef Johan van Rooyen and his team, you can expect dainty finger sandwiches along with a host of other savoury bites for a first course.

The high tea experience cannot be complete without the obligatory scone with whipped cream and preserves and a beautiful patisserie for good measure. Then finally, a spread of perfectly executed sweets including fruit confections and patisserie. Tea is included in the serving, while wine and drink are for your own account.

Cost: R300pp, includes a pot of tea and sweet and savoury confections served buffet-style. Book online via email [email protected] or call 011 100 4436

When: Sunday, 11 and 18 August from 12:30pm to 2pm
Where: The Mural Bar at Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre O.R. Tambo, 3rd Ave, Bredell AH, Kempton Park

Be treated to an intimate ‘Mosadi’ Dinner with Maleh

Singer, Maleh presents ‘Mosadi’ (woman), an intimate dinner to celebrate African Queens. Attendees can expect beautiful African cuisine and the best of live African music from the Afro Pop and jazz veteran herself. The dress theme is Royalty, and guests are encouraged to wear rose and gold colours.

Note that the ticket price does not include dinner.

Cost: R300pp (entry and entertainment only), book via Quicket

When: Thursday, 8 August from 7pm to midnight
Where: Kings Kraal, M71 & Posthouse Street, Bryanston, Sandton

Walk for a cause with the Edenvale Women’s Day Fun Run/Walk

City Takers, together with Pure Fountain Family Church, present the inaugural Edenvale Women’s Day Fun Run/Walk. Harness the spirit of empowerment that Women’s Day is all about and take a fun run/walk in the name of charity, with proceeds going to children empowerment and protection organisations, Child Welfare South Africa and Talitha Together.

The race is 5km in length and only women and girls aged seven and up are allowed to participate. All participants receive a goody bag and a t-shirt with their entry.

Cost: R125pp, book via Quicket

When: Friday, 9 August from 6.30am to 11am
Where: Panthers Rugby Stadium, 17th Ave, Edenvale

Take on an Ice Bath & Breathwork Challenge or do some Yoga at Bryanston Market

Bryanston Market is providing women with a transformative wellness experience this Women’s Day. The experience kicks off with a yoga marathon hosted by Olerato Yoga. Each session of the marathon lasts 30 minutes, offering various types of yoga: Beginners Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Kemetic Yoga, and Vinyasa Yoga. Guests are required to bring a yoga mat, comfortable clothing, a water bottle and a small towel along with them.

Following the yoga is the ice bath and breathwork experience presented by Thrive Labs. This transformative experience guides guests through techniques to enhance their resilience, reduce stress, and overcome challenges. All ages are welcome to participate in this simultaneously exhilarating and relaxing experience.

Cost: Yoga Marathon – R50pp (per session), R250pp (full yoga marathon). Book via Quicket | Ice Bath & Breathwork – From R200pp. Book via Quicket

When: Friday, 9 August | 7.30am to 12pm (yoga) | 1pm to 2.30pm (ice bath and breathwork)
Where: Bryanston Market, 40 Culross Rd, Bryanston, Sandton

Participate in a special Women’s Day Nougat Making class

Join Simply Delectable Cooking School for a fabulous Honey Nut Nougat making class on Women’s Day. Guests learn to make the delightful nutty treat, receiving all the tricks they would need to make nougat the perfect consistency as well as how to store homemade nougat. Other skills taught include learning how to form, cut and wrap nougat, as well as how to fill it with fresh dates and work with chocolate.

The class can take up to 16 people, so those interested should book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Cost: From R250pp, book via Quicket

When: Friday, 9 August from 10am to 11.30am
Where: Simply Delectable Cooking School, 1 Fiskaal Cres, Randpark Ridge, Randburg

Partake in an active morning of women’s empowerment with Saints Women’s Day Boxing & Fitness

Be empowered at the Saints Women’s Day Boxing & Fitness event focussed on health, fitness, self-defence and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) awareness. Guests can expect BoxFit, DanceFit, self-defence demos, and a guest talk from boxer, GBV survivor and activist Ashleigh Ogle, as well as refreshments, prizes and goodie bags.

Additionally, when guests purchase a ticket, their name automatically goes into a lucky draw taking place on the day, giving them the chance to win some great prizes.

Cost: R200pp | R350 (buddy deal for two) | Book via Quicket

When: Saturday, 10 August from 9am to 11.30am
Where: Saints Striking Academy and Fitness, Republic Rd, Ferndale, Randburg

Rub shoulders with brilliant women at the Women Tech Titans Networking Lunch

Women in Tech South Africa invites brilliant women from the tech industry to celebrate Women’s Month in style with a Champions for Change networking lunch. Attendees can expect a light lunch, incredible keynote speakers, panels and workshops, an ignite session, a fireside chat and networking drinks.

Cost: R450pp, book via Quicket

When: Thursday, 22 August from 12pm to 4.30pm
Where: Inanda Club, Sandton, Forrest Rd & 6th Ave, Inanda, Sandton

Spend an evening celebrating Opera Divas

Join the Johannesburg Opera as they celebrate influential Opera Divas with an extraordinary concert to close off Women’s Month. The event is an ode to legends such as Maria Callas, Joan Sutherland, Leontyne Price, Jessye Norman, Janet Baker, Sibongile Khumalo, and more. The concert is presented by talented women including Brenda Thulo, Winie Mahlangu (sopranos), and Lebogang Polori (mezzo-soprano).

Cost: R250pp, book via Quicket

When: Sunday, 25 August from 3pm to 5pm
Where: Northward House, 21 Rockridge Rd, Parktown, Johannesburg

Pay a visit to The Blades Hotel for a special Women’s Day High Tea

The Blades Hotel – nestled on the banks of the Roodepoort Dam – invites fierce and fabulous females to celebrate themselves with food and entertainment over Women’s Day weekend. Delight in some incredible food and entertainment in a celebration all about the ladies. The theme is pink, so guests are urged to come dressed in their favourite shade of pink and enjoy an empowering day filled with inspiration, high tea, and camaraderie. There are also prizes to be won, and motivational talks set up for the event.

Cost: R365pp | R2 920 (table of 8) | Book via Quicket

When: Saturday, 10 August from 9.30am to 12.30pm
Where: The Blades Hotel, Kameeldrift Rd, Roodeplaat

Celebrate incredible women in SA music at Galpalooza II

Check out the second annual edition of the Galpalooza two-day festival, taking place over Women’s Day weekend. The event showcases a lineup of female-fronted live performances and also features yoga, meditation, tarot card readings, a swap shop, stalls, activities, drumming circles and more. Featured acts this year include Black Heidi, Hoot & Anny, The Honeymooners, Laurie Levine, DJ Gypsy Mama, and more.

General admission tickets include free camping in the LED-lit forest.

Cost: R200pp | R100pp (single day entry on 10 Aug) | Free – R50pp (u/18s) | R80pp toR100pp (other activities) | Book via Quicket

When: Friday, 9 August & Saturday, 10 August | 9 Aug from 12pm to 10 Aug at 11.45pm
Where: Klitsgras Drumming, 62 Tierpoort Rd, Tierpoort

See what other experiences are taking place this August