Bash with Tash is one of the top comic acts at the iZulu Theatre this month.
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Shongweni Farmers & Craft Market: Spend time with family (pets included) and friends outdoors. Traders sell everything from fresh produce and deli food to arts and crafts. Walk the short nature trail or have a zipline adventure. Open rain or shine, and wheelchair accessible from 7am to 1pm.
Musgrave Market: Head to Berea Park for food, music, arts and crafts. From 9am to 2pm.
Buzz Market: Community market at 38 Pitlochry Road, Westville, 9am to 2pm.
Ballito Farmers Market: More than 150 traders offer fresh farm produce, cut flowers and a nursery, retail, fashion, kids’ entertainment, art, hobbies, crafted goods and lifestyle products. R103 at Umhlali. 7am to 2pm.
Harlequins Flea Market: Every Saturday from 8am to 1pm. New vendors welcome. WhatsApp 083 595 7033 or email harlequinsmarket@gmail.com
Rotary Uvongo Flea Market: Crafts, toys, bead work, wire work, clothing and food every Saturday from 8.30am to 1pm and Sunday 9am to 2pm, opposite Douglas Mitchell Sports Grounds. Call 082 829 0059.
Golden Hours Market: (tomorrow) Family-friendly market at Golden Hours School, 10am to 2pm. Live music and food stalls. Call 083 262 3693.
uMhlanga Farmers Market: Autumn Drive, Prestondale, every Wednesday from 8am to noon. Call Ethel at 060 303 3957.
Izulu Theatre, Sibaya: An evening of big laughs with Joey Rasdien, one of South Africa’s most recognisable and relatable comedians, in Durban on April 4. With his trademark charm and effortless storytelling, Joey Rasdien delivers hilarious observations on family, relationships, marriage, parenting, and everyday South African life. A night not to be missed. Tickets at blubloodtickets.com.
Izulu Theatre, Sibaya: It’s ladies over 21 for one night of laughter, motivation and great vibes in Bash with Tash. The theme is denim and diamonds. Saturday, March 14 at 8pm. Tickets R130 from WhatsApp 067 121 7288.
Seabrookes Theatre, DHS: The second edition of Poetic Symphony is on March 21 at 3pm. It’s a fusion of spoken word and live orchestral music with the KZN Philharmonic Orchestra. Poets include Mbali Malimela, Deborah Johnson, Adam Mots, Torsten Clear and Malika Ndlovu. Expect moving storytelling, rich musical arrangements, and a celebration of South African artistry. Tickets R80 - R100 from webtickets.
Izulu Theatre, Sibaya: Bollywood & Chutney Night as the legendary sounds return when Saraswathi Impressions reunites after 25 years. Renowned for their electrifying performances, musical versatility, and unmatched professionalism, Saraswathi Impressions was a leading force in the live music scene during the 90s. Including lead singers Divesh Panday, Pravesh Sunker, Sharmaine Deol, Nerissa, and Vikesh Moonilal, plus the Impressions Dance Studio and more. Saturday, March 21 at 7pm. Tickets R150 via Ticketpro.
Izulu Theatre, Sibaya: Merv The Swerv Comedy Night is back with his one-man-show antics, taking in Hollywood to Bollywood to the South African way of life. This veteran in the South African comedy scene, specialises in observational humour, celebrity impressions, and high-energy performances. Saturday, March 28 at 8pm. Tickets R150 via Ticketpro.
Milkwood Theatre, Durban North: The Young Performers’ Project presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr from April 2 to 12. Inspired by Hans Christian Anderson’s beloved fairy tale, and based on the classic animated Disney movie, it is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages - perfect for the youthful 50 strong cast. Directed by Daisy Spencer, with choreography by Evashnee Pillay and music direction by Des Govender. Tickets through Webtickets. Their first show is a special Relaxed Performance on 2 April at 2.30.
Midmar Dam: (today) A celebration of music, art, and nature with a fun filled day of music, choir performances, food, and refreshments with a spectacular evening performance by the KZN Philharmonic Orchestra and Siphokazi and Don Laka performing beneath the stars. Live music from the Black Lapels and Afritude bands with activities for the whole family. Tickets for daytime event from R150 per person and the evening philharmonic performance R350 from webtickets.
Hilton College: (today) Drakensberg Boys Choir in Concert on March 7 at 6pm. Renowned for its exceptional musical standard, versatility, and vibrant sound, the Drakensberg Boys Choir will perform a programme that celebrates the beauty, energy, and expressive power of young voices. Tickets R150 - R190 from webtickets.
Rhumbelow Theatre, Durban: (today and tomorrow) Barry Thomson and Dawn Selby present a compilation of the very best of The Real’s shows with ‘STRINGS and KEYS’. Included in the repertoire are songs from Neil Diamond, Bad Company, Tom Petty, Jackson Browne, Rodriguez, Dire Straits, Fleetwood Mac, Doobie Brothers, Travelling Wilburys and The Beatles. March 7 at 7.30pm, March 8 at 2pm. Tickets R200 Roland at 082 499 8636 or webtickets.
Centre for Jazz and Popular Music, UKZN: The Songbook Sessions: a Monday night jam session. The first half is a curated set featuring tunes selected by an invited band leader. The second half is an open jam session. March 9 at 5.30pm. Tickets R70-R130 from webtickets
Playhouse Opera: The second concert in the KZN Philharmonic’s Summer Season is on March, 12 at 7pm. Tickets from Quicket. Conrad van Alphen conducts Fauré’s enchanting Masques et bergamasques, while Bulgarian pianist Ludmil Angelov plays Chopin’s early works, Variations on La ci darem la mano and the Grande polonaise brillante. Beethoven’s Symphony No 2 ends the season.
Playhouse Opera: Catch Mnqobi Yazo’s Ubhoko Tour on March 14 at 6pm. Be swept away by rhythm and raw musical energy as Afro-pop sensation Mnqobi Yazo launches his highly anticipated "Ubhoko Tour." Tickets R 250 from webtickets.
Playhouse Opera: South African music titan Thandiswa Mazwai on her 50th Birthday Tour on March 20 at 7.30pm. Fresh from the success of her album Sankofa, which won four SAMA Awards, Thandiswa now invites audiences into a live experience that bridges decades of innovation and influence. Tickets R380 - R600 from webtickets.
KZNSA: (today) Two new exhibitions opened last night. In the Main and Mezzanine Galleries is Common Ground conceived by award‑winning artist Jess Bothma following her 2024 Members’ Award Show win. It transforms a solo invite into a collective exploration of sculpture. In the Park Gallery is Not For Sale curated by an emerging curatorial practice named The Dealr, it is a provocation that plays with the tension between value, ownership, and experience. Today Durban artists Selloane Moeti, Wonder Buhle, and Mthobisi Maphumulo will share insights into navigating the highly competitive art industry at 11am in the KZNSA Gallery Court Yard.
Alliance Française: The French cultural society continues to bring cinema to life in inspiring venues around Durban. These include First Thursdays showing a documentary film at Humble Coffee; Second Wednesdays featuring a new African Cineclub showing contemporary cinema from the continent at the KZNSA; and Last Tuesdays is the traditional French Cineclub at St Clements, celebrating contemporary French cinema. Entry is free and food and drink available for purchase.
Rhumbelow Theatre: With cinemas either closing or becoming really expensive, and Netflix becoming very stay-at-home-predictable, enjoy the notion of an old-fashioned movie night out with friends… with a drink in your hand and affordable snacks (other than popcorn)… The club is subscription based – and subs for early 2026 are now due. Contact Roland on 082 499 8636 or roland@stansell.co.za
Amblers Hiking Club: (tomorrow) At 2pm on March 8 hike Alveston Game Reserve to Centre Falls and beyond. Hike among the game and through the forests. Call David 072 615 0559.
Recycles Group: Meet at 9am on Tuesdays at the parking area behind Pirates life saving club. For a 20 km ride on the promenade. Open to beginners, sociable, safe and an option for a breakfast at Pirates coffee shop. Call Ian to join on 083 675 2125.
Retreads walking group: Join for a 3 or 5 km social walk on Tuesdays at 9am on the promenade followed with an option of breakfast at Pirates. Call Michele on 083 779 7443
Mountain Biking Rides: Saturdays at 6am, meet at Dura Cycles, Uvongo. Call 039 315 7359.
Denis Hurley Centre: (tomorrow) The centre invites non-Muslims and its Muslim neighbours to come together to hear the evening call to prayer and to break the fast. This 'shared iftaar' will take place at the DHC from 5.15pm on Sunday March 8. It is hosted by Dr AV Mahomed from the Grey Street Mosque and special guest is Very Rev John Witcombe, Dean of Coventry Cathedral and a well-known interfaith activist in the UK. All are welcome. Safe paid parking behind Emmanuel Cathedral.
KZNSA Gallery: The 29th Time of the Writer Festival runs from March 23-28, live and online. With over 80 authors, the programme explores the theme Ink‑stitutions of Power through conversations, workshops, book launches and a children’s festival. Highlights include Fred Khumalo with Njabulo Ndebele and Antjie Krog. Online events are free; tickets for in person activities will be available from the gallery.
Send your event details to satevents@inl.co.za by the Tuesday before publication.