Heritage Day 2026: Things to do in Gauteng over the long weekend
There are festivals, markets and live music, chess, museums, history, art and enough to keep the kids occupied.
Heritage Day 2026 is approaching, and Gauteng is set to offer a variety of activities for the long weekend. On Thursday, 24 September, Pretoria’s Vintage and Decor Show will take place at Irene Village Mall, featuring over 120 stallholders selling vintage items, food and beverages, and providing a space for kids to burn off energy.
Meanwhile, GoWest! will return to the West Rand on Saturday, 26 September, with a line-up of popular artists, including Kwesta, Mdu, and Big Zulu, at Coronation Park in Mogale City. Additionally, chess tournaments will be held throughout the weekend, with the Johannesburg Metro Chess CPH Heritage Day Open and the Midrand Rapid Open taking place on 24 and 26 September, respectively.
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