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Events in Durban: Exciting events happening this weekend

Looking for something exciting to do this weekend? Here are some really cool events happening in Durban from 18 to 20 August 2023.

Pick n Pay Wine & Food Festival Durban

Wine & Food Festival comes to Durban. Photo: canva

What: Pick n Pay’s iconic Wine & Food Festival comes to Durban this weekend. You can enjoy some of South Africa’s best wines and sample wines from 30 top wine estates.

For the non-drinkers, the Fresh Food Market will serve a range of dishes prepared with fresh ingredients such as fish and chips, fresh salads, sushi and indulgent cheese and charcuterie boards. Tickets are R250 per person for general access. Book here.

When: Saturday, 19 August 2023, from 12:00 am to 17:30

Where: Chris Saunders Park, Durban, South Africa, Durban North.

ALSO READ: Drink and Dine: Seven delicious destinations to dine at in Durban

Beach cleanup and Mangrove walk

Help clean up the beach. Photo: canva

What: Durban Hiking and Adventures will be hosting a beach cleanup at Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve this weekend. Bring gloves, gum boots or any closed shoes (barefoot not recommended) cold drinks, snacks, a cap and sunblock. Bin bags will be provided to all. Entry is free. Reserve your tickets here.

When: Saturday, 19 August 2023, 09:00 to 12:00

Where: Beach Mangroves Nature Reserve, Riverside Rd, Prospect Hall, Durban.

ALSO READ: Five reasons why you should experience KZN’s annual Sardine Run

Experience SA Piano Icon Christopher Duigan

Catch Christopher Duigan on stage this weekend. Photo: canva

What: Christopher Duigan, regarded as one of South Africa’s leading concert pianists, will perform a Solo Piano Recital on stage this weekend in Durban.

“Duigan has performed extensively with all leading South African orchestras in a repertoire of more than 25 works for piano and orchestra. In recital he has developed a popular following through his innovative presentation and programming of a broad and eclectic taste in music.”

Tickets cost R300 per person and can be booked here.

When: Friday, 18 August 2023, from 18:00 to 21:00

Where: The Ballroom, 1 Ncondo Pl, Umhlanga Ridge, uMhlanga.

ALSO READ: New route: Eswatini Air touches down in Durban

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Sundeeka Mungroo

Sundeeka Mungroo is a content writer, foodie and all-round adventure-seeker. She's a graduate of the University of South Africa with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature, and has worked as a copywriter and editor in the digital marketing industry. Sundeeka currently writes for I Love South Africa and The South African. She lives in the beautiful Mother City and loves exploring all that South Africa has to offer.

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