Musical and cultural spectacles: don't miss these top events in Joburg
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Joburgers are in for a musical and cultural extravaganza this weekend at the highly anticipated #ZKHIPHANI16YRS festival. The gathering, which was founded in 2009, is known to reflect Mzansi's urban youth culture and incorporates the latest trends in unique fashion mercy, music and art.
Expect Zkhiphani over two days to feature top collaborators, DJs and changemakers, while Uncle Partytime's Playroom will showcase electrifying DJ sets and performances. Plus, the "Sobering Podcast" panel conversation, which features special guests.
Other artists include A-Reece, Usimamane, Khuli Chana, Maglera Doe Boy's ONDE Live, TDK Macasette and Success SA.
Where: 1Fox in Ferreiras Dorp.
When: Saturday, April 5, and Sunday, April 6. Doors open at 11am on both days.
Juan Boucher will perform at "Oos Wes, Tuis Bes' at Carnival City Casino.
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