Five things to do this New Year's long weekend

It's going to be a busy New Year's Eve and New Year's Day long weekend. Here's a look at five things you can do.

Cell C Sharks v Vodacom Bulls

Rugby fans are in for a treat this New Year's Eve. The Cell C Sharks are taking on the Vodacom Bulls at the Hollywoodbets Kings Park Stadium in Durban. Enjoy a safe and secure celebration with your family while watching your favourite rugby team in action. It's a win for everyone! There'll also be an outer field family braai and picnic area. Get more details here.

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#FactDurbanRocks New Year's Eve

This is one for the dancing kings and queens! Taking place at Moses Mabhida's People's Park, this New Year's Eve celebration promises to be jam-packed with good music, good food, and good company. The line-up for this year's #FactDurbanRocks New Year's celebration includes Makhadzi, Big Nuz, DJ Tira, and K.O.

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Zakes Bantwini’s Homecoming Picnic

One of KwaZulu-Natal's biggest exports is returning to his home province for an epic New Year's Day celebration. The Grammy nominee's 'Homecoming Picnic' is taking place at Ballito BIG Week. Some of the artists who will be joining him on stage include Blxckie, Boity, Musa Keys, Shekhinah, Msaki, and more.

"There’s no place like Home. This will be my official HOMECOMING CELEBRATION!!! Marking the end of a very special year for me, alongside some of my favourite artists friends @tresorofficial @msaki_za @boity @blxckie_ @musakeys @shekhinahd," Zakes wrote on Instagram.

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Duzi Eve NYE 2022

It's going down in Pietermaritzburg this NYE. The Duzi Eve NYE 2022 is back with a bang. 

"The annual PMB’s NYE flagship event making a return this festive. Bringing you one of the biggest & hottest artists in the country, supported by the best local artists to cross you over to the New Year."

Tickets are R150. 

New Year's Eve BollyRave Festival

Ring in the New Year Bhramastra style at the Cuba Lounge BLK situated at Moses Mabhida Stadium. The NYE celebration will include "all new Dome Festival Stage Design, Bhramastra inspired decor, two dance floors, DJs, live acts, VIP lounges, food stalls". The Bollywood-themed EDM festival promises to be lots of fun. Organisers are encouraging patrons to wear Bollywood attire, but it's not compulsory. 

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