Make the most of Women’s Day weekend in Joburg with memorable experiences for every kind of celebration. Whether you’re planning a girls’ brunch, a relaxing spa day, a wine festival, live music or a special dinner, these events and outings are the perfect way to honour the women in your life.
What to do for Women’s Day weekend
Joburg is packed with so many things to do and places to see; there will definitely be an option to suit everyone’s needs.
Dress to impress and eat to nourish
- ROAR Bistro & Bar: This year, ROAR Bistro & Bar is celebrating Women’s Day in style. Indulge in a specially curated high tea experience on 9 August, from 13:00 to 15:00. Set at R495 per person, your group of gals can enjoy a mix of sweet and savoury items.
- Uitzicht Restaurant, Kloofzicht Lodge & Spa: Get on the road and out of town and enjoy a curated Women’s Day brunch with live music, all for R395 per person. Running from 12:00 on 9 August, booking in advance is recommended.
- Verdicchio Restaurant & Wine Cellar: This Women’s Day, HER Wine Collection is taking over Verdicchio’s. The ultimate way to celebrate women is with women! Enjoy a three-course menu paired with four HER wines, all for R360 per person. Book in advance.
- Yamitsuki’s: If you’re looking for a Japanese-inspired meal, Yamitsuki’s has a Women’s Month special running. Take your pick of their three specials: the Winter Half Lunch (sushi and dumplings for R45), Chicken Teppanyaki Bowl (plus dumplings for R119), and their Sushi and Dim Sum Lunch Special (more sushi and dumplings for R155).
- The Bull Run: Indulge in their Margarita Madness promotion (running throughout August) and catch up with your gals with classic, frozen or flavoured margaritas starting at R88. Why not treat yourself to a steak while you’re there?
Who can resist a spa day?
- Mangwanani African Spa: Mangwanani is running a Women’s Month special under the theme “Pamper. Restore. Empower!”. Packages range from half-day to full-day, starting from R699.
- Woodlands Spa: Get out of town and treat yourself or your favourite gals to a 90-minute treatment that includes a facial and full-body massage. Woodlands is running a Women’s Month special, “Love & Gratitude Journey”, that includes a welcome drink and sweet treat for R1100 per person. Book in advance.
- Mowana Spa: Take your pick from a handful of treatments specially curated for Women’s Month. Whether a half-day, full-day or overnighter, they will get you and your gals relaxing in no time. Book in advance.
- Life Day Spa: With branches across Joburg, carve out some time this August for a little pampering. Life Day Spa is offering a range of specials via their Winter Promotion. Packages can be curated to meet your relaxation needs, and start from R690. Promotions available from Monday to Friday.
Spend the day outside
- Van Gaalen Cheese Farm: Head out to Hartebeespoort for the day and experience their Wine on Route social hiking event on 8 and 9 August, from 10:00. Choose from a range of experiences and make sure to book in advance.
- Pick n Pay Wine and Food Festival: Spend the day at the Wanderer’s Club savouring the finest selection of SA’s top wines, non-alcoholic drinks, and of course delicious food. The festival is running from 8 to 9 August, with tickets starting at R200 per person, with a range of bundles on offer.
- SunUp: Experience their “A Morning to Celebrate Women” event taking place on 8 August from 08:30. The event will feature a welcoming yoga session, an uplifting guided dance experience, feel-good music, a non-alcoholic Ginology Gin Cocktail, and a space to connect with other like-minded women. Tickets start at R290 per person with various packages on offer. Book in advance.
Experience the finer things in life
- Spha Mdlalose & Siphokazi Jazz Performance: Celebrate all the women in your life this Sunday, 9 August, through the jazzy sounds of SA artists Spha and Siphokazi. Paired with great food and drink, all for R400 per person, consider this a day well spent. Book in advance.
- Recitals at Glenshiel: Presenting Italo-Croatian concert pianist Ida Pelliccioli and her programme Introspections, spend your Women’s Day afternoon listening and watching a world performer. Tickets start at R200 per person; booking is recommended.
- Main Street Sunday, Women’s Day Edition: Head over to Joburg’s CBD and experience the inner-city playground filled with music, food, movement, kids’ activities, markets, and pure Jozi vibes celebrating the mothers, daughters and sisters on Women’s Day, 9 August. While entrance is free, it’s recommended to register online.
