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Cape Town - The end of summer does not nessecarily mean the end of summer loving fun! This weekend is all about getting your ass in the sun (literally, in some cases) and having a good time with friends and family.
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High School Band Slam
What: The V&A Waterfront’s annual High School Band Slam competition is back again as 12 schools from around the Cape Peninsula get ready to shine. This Friday, three school bands will go neck to neck to compete for the grand title. The finale will see the top three contenders perform on Friday, 13 March. This year’s winner will receive a musical consultation and installation to the value of R20 000 from Marshall Music who will set the tone for their school.
Where: V&A Amphitheater, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
When: 6 March
Cost: Free
Consol Craft Beer Revolution
What: The Consol Craft Revolution Beer Festival heads to Durban for the first time this year. The festival will feature a selection of South Africa’s top Craft Breweries, drawing “beer-ginners” and craft beer connoisseurs alike, as well as one artisan boutique winery for the non-beer drinkers. Also on offer, to pair with your Craft Beer or wine of choice, is a selection of lip-smacking gourmet street food from some of Durban’s most well-known eateries including Unity Brasserie & Bar, Renegade Kitchen, Maddison Bakery & Café Vigour.
Where: Suncoast Boulevard Marine Parade, Suncoast, Durban
When: 7 March
Cost: R100 per person
PP Arnold & the Glenn Robertson Jazz Band LIVE in Concert
What: PP Arnold is best known for her 1970 album Kafunta, and this four-night greatest hits tour will take music lovers on a retrospective rollercoaster ride that spans four decades. Having found music almost by chance in the mid 1960s, Arnold sang back-up for Ike and Tina Turner, before the Rolling Stones’ Mick Jagger signed a recording contract with her. Her big hit 'The Time Has Come' was to become the first of many. She’s worked with and performed alongside the likes of Delaney and Bonnie and Friend, Jimi Hendrix, The Who, The Kinks, Blind Faith and David Bowie. Expect a show featuring her biggest hits, many of which came off Kafunta.
Where: His people Center, N1 city, Cape TownWhen: 7 March
Cost: From R190 - R450 per person
What: Looking for a rocking way to spend your weekend? Then why not join Harties Aerial Cableway for a day filled with music and stunning views? Enjoy a day of music, wine and cognac tasting, brunch, sundowners and buffet dinner on top of the Magaliesberg Mountain. One night's accommodation, plus food and good drink is included in the price.
Where: R514 Between Scott St & R511, Hartebeespoort, Johannesburg
When: 7 March
Cost: R3000 per person, includes everything (see description)
Spier Burger & Blend Nights
What: Acclaimed wine estate, Spier, shares some of their blending secrets, and you have the opportunity to taste the recently launched Spier Signature blends. The farm to table restaurant on the Estate, Eight, will prepare their famous beef burger with gorgonzola, plum and pink peppercorn chutney served with chips.
Where: Spier Wine Estate, Baden Powell Drive, Stellenbosch
When: 7 March
Cost: R195 per person
Sandton Craft Beer Fair
What: Spend your lazy Saturday afternoon spending time with family and friends, and indulging in a number of different craft beers and artisan food at The Sandton Craft Beer Festival! Sip on ice cold craft beers and ciders from local brands including Jack Black, CBC Brewing Co, Dragon Ginger Beer and Devil’s Peak, among others. You can also tuck into your choice of artisan food available from various vendors and food trucks. The live acoustic line-up for your musical entertainment will bring you great tunes from Dave Ferguson, the Tidal Waves, Lone Raynger and Hell’s Cats!
Where: Sandton Sports Club, 11 Holt Street East, George Lea Park, Sandton, Johannesburg
When: 7 March
Cost: R150 per person
OmmiBerg Round the Rock
What: Wine lovers can revel in the opportunity to be amongst the first to taste the young, unfiltered wines from the 2015 harvest. These wines can only be tasted in Paarl and if the region’s past performances at the South African Young Wine Show are anything to go by visitors will be in for a rare treat. The ticket price include access to over 13 participating wineries, tasting of unfiltered wine, live music and selected events.
Where: Paarl Wine Route
When: 7 March
Cost: R100 per person
World Naked Bike Ride - Cape Town
What: Strip down, bare it all and take a stance against the indecent exposure of our planet in the fourth annual Cape Town Naked Bike Ride.
See: Bare it all for the World Naked Bike Ride - SA style
Where: Start at Sea Point Library
When: 7 March
Cost: Free
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