Known as "The Warmest Place to Be", Durban is more than just sunny skies, flavourful cuisine, and stunning beaches. This vibrant city pulses with energy all year round, thanks to a diverse calendar of events and festivals for every interest and budget.
From live concerts and cultural celebrations to exhibitions and food festivals, we’ve rounded up some of the hottest happenings you won’t want to miss.
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Calling all Adele lovers! Rumour has it that Candlelight: Tribute to Adele belongs on your October itinerary, as they light up the Playhouse Company on 3 October.
Expect Adele’s iconic hits, including Hello, Chasing Pavements, Rolling in the Deep and more, with an orchestral twist. If you thought Adele’s songs couldn’t get any more emotional, think again.
One day filled with award-winning wines, exquisite cuisine, and vibrant live entertainment awaits at the Pick n Pay Wine & Food Festival, making its way to Durban for a single day on 3 October at Chris Saunders Park.
Featuring 35 wine stands, each ticket holder will receive 20 wine tasting tokens along with a tasting glass upon entry. For those who prefer not to indulge in alcohol, Designated Driver tickets are available and do not grant access to any alcohol tastings or purchases.
For the very first time, Amapiano Fest is coming to Durban on 3 October at the Durban Botanic Gardens. Expect a line-up featuring some of the hottest Amapiano and Gqom local artists.
Gates open at 11:30 am with the first performance hitting the stage at 12pm.
South Africa’s longest-running triathlon series returns to the Golden Mile on 8 November, giving athletes the opportunity to swim, bike, and run their way to victory.
From the adrenaline-packed Sprint and Mini Tri to the longer Challenge distance, there is a race for everyone. Kids can get involved too, with entry open from 8 years old. Race day registration will take place at Suncoast Sundeck from 5:45 am to 7 am.
With 10 years of comedy under his belt, Kevin Fraser is celebrating a decade of storytelling, South African culture and nostalgia.
On 5 December, The PlayTsogo Globe at Suncoast will transform into a time capsule of the past decade, taking audience members on a nostalgic journey through Kevin’s comedic success. Doors open at 7pm, with the show starting at 8pm.
Sean Paul is coming to Durban this December (cue: Sean de Paul!). The Jamaican star will be perfoming at the Durban ICC on 6 December, and with iconic hits including Temperature, Get Busy and We Be Burnin’, you know you’re in for an unfortgettable night 2000s nostalgia.
Time Out Insider: Festive season means keeping an eye on those budgets, so part-payment options are available through Blu Blood Tickets.
With an all-star local cast, directed by Bryan Hiles and featuring choreography by Evashnee Pillay, everyone’s favourite fairytale, Cinderella, comes to life on the stage of the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre.
Running from this December to 10 January 2027, this enchanting production stars Roshanda Lewis as Cinderella and William Young as the Prince, as they embark on a magical journey in search of true love.
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