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Don’t miss out—explore, experience, and enjoy everything your community has to offer! There’s always something happening around you! From family-friendly activities to live entertainment and cultural celebrations, discover the best local events right here. Mark your calendar and make the most of what your community has to offer!
Working Dogs Association 2026
Working dog events in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) for 2026 are taking place on the following dates in April & May:
12 April: KZNDAA Open show
19 April: KZN Boxer Club Open show
26 April: KZN Staffordshire Bullterrier Club Open show
9 May: Natal Rottweiler Club Championship show
10 May: Highway Agility Club Championship show
17 May: Hibiscus Kennel Club Open show
For the most current information, please visit their official websites.
Kearsney Easter Festival 2026
The family-friendly Kearsney Easter Festival is back, with some of the country’s top rugby schools once again providing a spectacle of running rugby at one of South Africa’s most prestigious and famous schoolboy rugby festivals.
Date : 2, 4 & 6 April 2026
Venue : Kearsney College, Botha’s Hill
Time : all day each day
Age: All ages (children under 6 are free)
Tickets are available through Quicket or at the gate
Set on their beautiful campus, the festival provides a wonderful day out for the whole family, with incredible schoolboy rugby, delicious food outlets, a refreshment tent and an expansive KidZone.
Ample parking is available on the campus.
Fixtures will be available on www.kearsney.com
Family Fest 2026
Familie Fest will be back in 2026 and tickets are selling fast! This vibrant live music concert celebrating the joy of family and friends is not to be missed! It will take place again at NU Driving Range, Hillcrest on 29 and 30 May and will feature a stellar lineup of South African bands.
This event promises unforgettable tunes, lekker vibes, and a day of togetherness under the open sky. To book: https://www.familiefest.co.za/
Date : Fri 29 & Sat 30 May 2026
Venue : NU Driving Range Fields Hillcrest
Time : 10am – 11pm
Age : All ages – Over 18’s at bar area only
– Friday Acoustic Session –
The Kickstands
Tiaan Rivers
Lion & Bear
& more announced soon.
– Sat Main Event –
Francious Van Coke
Kurt Darren
Appel
Van Pletzen
Veranda Panda
Ordi
Dj’s & more announced soon.
– WHAT’S ON –
Live Music Stage with SA’s Best Artists
Massive Bar Tent
Camping Available
Arts & Craft Stalls
Driving range
Paint ball
Go karting
Putt putt
Kids play area
Allowed: Umbrellas, gazebos, camp chairs, blankets, caravans, tents
Not Allowed: Alcohol, fireworks, sound systems, weapons & drugs
Kurt Darren in Hillcrest in 2026
The South African music legend, Kurt Darren will be performing live at Familie Fest on Sat 30 May 2026.
Get ready to dance, sing and celebrate with one of the most iconic voices in Afrikaans pop. With hit after hit like Kaptein, Loslappie & Spinnerkop, Kurt Darren brings the energy, the heart, and the party – and he’s ready to make this year’s Familie Fest one to remember!
Date : Sat 30 May 2026
Venue : NU Driving Range Fields Hillcrest
Age : All ages – Over 18’s at bar area only
Familie Fest features a stellar lineup of South African bands also including Francois Van Coke and many more.
– WHAT’S ON AT FAMILIE FEST-
Live Music Stage with SA’s Best Artists
Massive Bar Tent
Camping Available
Arts & Craft Stalls
Driving range
Paint ball
Go karting
Putt putt
Kids play area
Allowed: Umbrellas, gazebos, camp chairs, blankets, caravans, tents
Not Allowed: Alcohol, fireworks, sound systems, weapons & drugs
Comrades Marathon 2026
Mark your calendars and start your preparations, because ‘The Ultimate Human Race’ returns on Sunday, 14 June 2026!
The event this year will be the 99th edition and will be an ‘Up Run,’ challenging runners with the infamous hills from Durban to Pietermaritzburg.
Date : Sunday 14 June 2026
Venue : City Hall, Durban
Time : 5.30am
The world’s oldest and largest – roughly 90-kilometer (56-mile) ultra-marathon, run annually in South Africa, alternating direction each year between an “up” run and a “down” run is not to be missed. Runners from all over the world take on this challenge.
The Foresyte Winter Classic 2026
The annual aQuellé Foresyte Winter Classic event is back in June. This major 5-day national showjumping event features top-level showjumping, including FEI World Cup Qualifiers with elite riders from around the country.
With an electrifying atmosphere, world-class tracks, a bustling vendor village and incredible prizes, it promises to be some great entertainment. There will also be groom competitions, delectable food options, VIP seating and so much more.
Date : 17 – 26 June 2026
Venue : Shongweni Club, Kzn
Time : all day every day
South African Youth Champs 2026
The highlight of the youth equine year is taking place at Shongweni Club from 27 June to 5 July. Expect an exciting display of talent, endeavour, hard work, spills and triumphs. There will be individual and team events and riders from around the country will be competing in this exciting competition.
Date : 27 June – 5 July 2026
Venue : Shongweni Club, Kzn
Time : 8am to 6pm
Amashova National Classic 2026
On 19 July, the annual Amashova Classic will be back and this will be the 40th year it will take place! This iconic event offers a choice of four routes: 40km; 65km; 106km and 132km. It is the first year that the 40km Fun Ride will start at Westown, less than 10 minutes from Chillifields Guest House. A drop-and-go zone is typically available at the Shongweni Club (5mins away) between 04h30 & 05h30, from where you can cycle to the start line.
Entries close in June so book now to avoid missing out.
Date : 19 July 2026
Start : Assagay Westown (38km); George Cato Primary School, Camperdown (65km); City Hall, Pietermaritzburg. (106km) & Mandela Capture Site, Natal Midlands (132km).
Participants can collect their race numbers at the Mandela Capture Site on Friday 17 July from 09:00 to 14:00 or at Suncoast on Saturday 18 July from 09:00 to 16:00.
For more details, including route maps, training programmes etc, see the Amashova website.
Whether you are seasoned cyclist or a newcomer, the Amashova offers a memorable experience through some of KwaZulu-Natal’s most scenic landscapes with the shorter route a great fun event for family.