What's happening in Pretoria this weekend? Here is the ultimate guide
What's happening in Pretoria this weekend? Here is the ultimate guide
Winter Warmer Shelter Day, Centurion – May 31
Are you an animal lover? Friends of Ferals is inviting you to this cosy cat shelter open day, for you to give back and receive some love in return.
The event presents an opportunity for you to enjoy cuddles with adorable rescues, sip warm refreshments while browsing books and pet-themed goodies and help stitch together hand-knitted blanket squares.
If you're handy with a needle and thread, or a crochet hook, you're an ideal candidate to help!
Come share the warmth, bring a friend, and help make winter a little cosier, for you and our rescues!
The event is from 10:00 to 14:00.
Address: Plot 49, R511, Hennops River, Centurion.
Kleinkaap Ginfest at Kleinkaap Boutique Hotel, Clubview Centurion – May 31
The Ginfest is back by popular demand! Are you ready for this?
Apart from creating a buzzing atmosphere of live music and delicious food, the event offers hand-picked best gin distillers in business, ideal for those wanting to pair new and exciting flavours!
Many gin stalls will showcase their latest gin flavours, refreshing tonics and botanical suggestions.
On Stage at the GinFest:
Interested individuals are advised to bring along their chairs and picnic blankets. Food and drink stalls will be available. Own drinks and food will not be permitted.
Ginfest starts from 10:00 to 19:00.
Address: 87 Jim van der Merwe Street, Clubview, Centurion
12th Cosmo Run, Pretoria National Botanical Garden Adventure Boot Camp, Brummeria – May 31
Are you a runner? Lace up your sneakers, stretch your legs and get a breath of fresh air in one of Pretoria's best spots.
This event caters for all, from beginner to intermediate runners.
The run begins at 06:00.
Address: 97 Cussonia Avenue, Brummeria
May Social Coffee Ride, Hatfield – May 31
The May social cycle ride is calling all cyclists and cycling enthusiasts!
Pave your way through Pretoria in this 40–50km peaceful ride that starts from BB Renault in Hatfield.
Participants are encouraged to enter the draw for a chance to win some awesome prizes!
Coffee and good vibes are guaranteed.
The ride starts at 06:30.
Address: BB Renault Hatfield
Star Wars LEGO Galaxy, Menlyn Park – May 31 and June 1
New World Menlyn is transforming into a galaxy of epic builds and lightsaber battles.
Grab the opportunity to join them for two full days of adventure.
Whether you're ready to craft your lightsaber or piece together your Star Wars LEGO legacy, this event is for you.
Expect hands-on sabre-building workshops, an exciting range of sabres and LEGO® Star Wars sets available to purchase, incredible sabre displays for collectors, epic photo ops, and your favourite cosplayers in character.
Whether you're Jedi or Sith, kid or collector – this is the event you've been waiting for.
The event begins at 09:00 to 15:00.
Address: Menlyn Park shopping centre, Checkers centre court
Italian Republic Day Festival 2025, Groenkloof – June 1
Experience 'la dolce vita' right here in Pretoria.
From experiencing a true taste of Italy with beautiful Italian super cars, Italian cars and bikes to authentic Italian cuisine and drinks and the very best of what Italian culture has to offer.
What to expect:
– Over 20 Italian food stalls, including Italian Restaurants from Joburg and Pretoria.
– Over 40 vendors including fashion, leather goods, shoes, toys and gifts.
– Italian wine, Italian beer, Prosecco and other Italian drinks such as Aperol Spritz Garden (Italy's most famous cocktail).
– Hundreds of Italian cars, bikes and supercars on display.
The event starts from 09:00 to 17:00.
Address: Italian club 78 George Storrar Drive, Groenkloof
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