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Working Dogs Association 2026
Working dog events in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) for 2026 are taking place on the following dates in February & March:
1 February: Highway Agility Club Open show
7 February: KZN Boxer Clug Championship show
8 February: KZNDAA Championship show
14 February: KZN Dog Agility Sub-committee SAAC Round 2
14 February: SAAC Trials 2026 – KZN
15 February: KZN Dog Agility Sub-Committee SAAC Round 2
1 March: KZN Dog Agility Sub-committee Open show
15 March: Hibiscus Kennel Club Open show
For the most current information, please visit their official websites.
Bump & Grind at Talloula
Durban comedy favourites Aaron McIlroy and Lisa Bobbert-McIlroy return with BUMP & GRIND, a high-energy musical sketch comedy that delivers a riotous mix of song, dance, quick-fire character comedy and heart. Created under the direction and choreography of Daisy Spencer, the show has delighted audiences with its trademark MacBob mayhem and polish.
BUMP & GRIND is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud theatrical experience. The show tumbles through a helter-skelter parade of characters — from fan favourites Bruce and Charmaine, as Elvis impersonators, pensioners Beatrice and Max, and super-sage Dr Veejay, to bold new creations including AI androids, Latin dance sensations and an Irish preacher with stand-up ambitions.
The musical landscape is just as diverse, featuring everything from Talking Heads, Lady Gaga and Elvis Presley to The Beatles, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey and a climactic medley of ’80s chart hits. Kenny praises the performers’ versatility, noting: “Aaron and Lisa’s talent and skill lie in their seemingly effortless transformations from one character to another — and making every dance hit and ballad that character’s own.”
Picnic baskets welcome, no drinks to be bought into venue as full bar available. Food available through pre-order contact Rowena on 0823046495.
Date : 30 January – 1 February 2026
Venue : Talloula, Old Main Road, Bothas Hill, Kzn
Hillcrest Marathon 2026
Be part of the Hillcrest Villagers HVAC Marathon 2026 – One of KwaZulu-Natal’s standout road races!
This challenging marathon is a qualifier for Two Oceans and Comrades Marathon and is one of Kzn’s most popular early season races – known for its scenic route, great organisation and electric atmosphere.
Date : 8 February 2026
Venue : Hillcrest Villagers Athletics Club, 5 Crooked Lane, Hillcrest
Start time:
42.2km Marathon – 05h00 (6 hour cut-off)
21.1km Half Marathon – 05h00 (3h30 cut-off)
This is a race unlike any other, portage, heat, exhilarating rapids…. a true test of grit. So whether you are participating or spectating, you are sure to have an exciting time.
Free entry for athletes 70 years and older.
Minimum age 16yrs (21.1km); 20yrs (42.2km)
The 75th Dusi Canoe Marathon
The Dusi Canoe Marathon 2026 is scheduled for Thursday, February 19 to Saturday, February 21, 2026, running from Camps Drift in Pietermaritzburg to Blue Lagoon in Durban, marking a significant event in the canoeing calendar for South Africa. Entries for the historic 75th Dusi are already open, with early bird deadlines in late 2025, so paddlers can prepare for the iconic three-day race.
Visit www.dusi.co.za to enter
Date : 19 – 21 February 2026
Venue : Camps Drift, Pietermaritzburg
This is a race unlike any other, portage, heat, exhilarating rapids…. a true test of grit. So whether you are participating or spectating, you are sure to have an exciting time.
Murder on the Trails - Giba Gorge
1 March is time for some outdoor grit. Test your perseverance with this scenic trail involving waterfalls, river crossings and some hills in lush forests. It is not called ‘Murder on the Trails’ for nothing, try out this killer event and you might be back again!
Just 10 minutes from Chillifields in Assagay, explore Upper Highway suburbia. This event follows a route that starts and ends at the Giba Gorge restaurant, Giba Graze.
Date : Sunday, 1 March 2026
Venue : Giba Gorge, near Assagay
Check out www.truegrittrails.co.za for more details
Tala Trail Run - Tala Game Reserve
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Tala Trail Run, set in the breathtaking Tala Game Reserve! Covering over 3,000 hectares, this trail takes you through a stunning mix of landscapes, from rolling sugar cane fields to lush bushveld.
Along the way, keep your eyes peeled for over 380 bird species and an incredible variety of wildlife, including kudu, hippo, giraffe, and eland. The winding tracks will lead you past tranquil dams and open grasslands, where you might spot 20 species of antelope, such as oribi, bushbuck, and reedbuck, as well as rhino and blou wildebeest.
Conveniently located near Chillifields in Assagay, this is your chance to escape into the wild, soak in the beauty of nature, and experience a true trail-running adventure!
Date : Sunday, 23 March 2026
Venue : Tala Collection Game Reserve, Camperdown
There will be 3 distances, 5km, 10km and 20km including an extended course of 30km.
Spoegwolf at NU Driving Range
Join the fun on 7 March at the NU Driving Range, where family and friends can enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with live music, great company, and good vibes.
Date : 7 March 2026
Venue : NU Driving Range Fields Hillcrest
Time : 1pm – 7pm
Supporting Act : The Kickstands
Age : All ages – Over 18’s at bar area only
Tickets : Available on our website through Payjustnow & Yoco rockdieland.co.za – Also available at Webtickets.co.za or Utickets.app
Kids Under 4 free / Kids under 18 require parental supervision
– 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
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
– LINE UP –
Francois Van Coke
Kurt Darren
Van Pletzen
Much more to follow
– 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