What's on in Durban this weekend
THURSDAY 4 DECEMBER
Ard Matthews @ The Bush Tavern
If you haven’t heard about it already, the legendary Ard Matthews wows local’s crowds at The Bush Tavern the first Thursday of every month.
This is your week and he’ll be there tonight.
There are drinks specials and the damage is R100 with proceeds going to Umdloti Security.
It starts at 8pm. Remember to catch a cab as a DUI could royally ruin your weekend.
Boom Baby @ Open Plan Studio
A bunch of South African artists have come together to put on an exhibition for charity. The exhibition opens at 6. All proceeds go towards House of Love and Hope.
FRIDAY 5 DECEMBER
Gateway Drugs @ Cool Running’s
Get ready for Veranda Panda, The K-Bomb, DJ Bhaskar, DJ Fuego Heat, Gucci Napkins and DJ Jesse Eisenberg at one of Durban’s hidden gems Cool Running’s this Friday night. The damage is R60 and if you’re a true Durbanite, we’ll see you there.
Friday Night Live @ Upmarket Umhlanga
Last week’s market was a huge success and if you didn’t get a chance to visit to see all our Durban creative and crafters then head to the Umhlanga Centre Parkade for some more shopping under the stars. There’ll be music entertainment by Gus Brown and James Freedom. The market kicks off at 6pm and closes at 10pm. It’s time to shop people.
Aladdin @ The Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre
The annual KickstArt pantomime is a much-anticipated event on Durban’s calendar, and this year the company is set to dazzle old and young alike with the magical adventures of Aladdin and his enchanted lamp. The show opens this weekend at the Elizabeth Sneddon theatre and runs until 11 January. Written and directed by Steven Stead, Designed by Greg King with lighting by Tina le Roux. It’s a must-do event with the kids. Book early to avoid disappointment as these shows usually sell out fast. There is an afternoon and evening show daily. Click here to book through computicket.
SATURDAY 6 DECEMBER
I Heart Market @ Moses Mabhida
Because it’s officially Christmas time (and we like to shop local) I heart Market will be running a market each Saturday this month. Each market starts at 9 and runs till 3pm. Join their Facebook Event Page for all the details. Remember to get there early to avoid the parking rush!
CRAZY WHITE BOY @ TACO ZULU
New School Productions will be teaming up with Taco Zulu this month to bring us a host of massive parties. The first one is this Saturday! Crazy White Boy will be at the Florida Road hotspot to perform their deep house soulful tunes live. Festivities kick off at 3pm. For more deets go to their Facebook Events Page.
SUNDAY 7 DECEMBER
Dolphins by Starlight @ uShaka
This is another must-do event with the kids. Dolphins by Starlight at uShaka Marine World is a splashing, sparkling event. It’s R150 for adults and R120 for kids. Again, booking is essential. Book at Computicket here.
(Thumbnail photo: Via Facebook.com/iheartmarket /Kathy Esterhuysen)