Easter is around the corner and there’s sure to be lots of egg hunts, chocolate and some serious sugar rushes.
What better way to burn off some energy and rediscover the city than by taking a long weekend to enjoy its best bits? Head to Sandton Central.
At Sandton’s Nelson Mandela Square a towering statue of Madiba looks over the number of exclusive restaurants, shops and hotels found here.
April comes complete with two long weekends – the Easter Weekend from 15 to 18 April and the Worker’s Day weekend from 30 April to 2 May – and a mid-week Freedom Day public holiday on Wednesday, 27 April. So, there’s plenty of time for you to explore Sandton Central’s treasures.
Sandton Central is the heartbeat of Johannesburg where you’ll find hip coffee shops, inviting stores and top-notch restaurants on every corner.
Even if you feel you know Sandton Central’s walkable streets already, there’s always a new opening, unique experience, special stay or live performance to delight in. We’ve put together some highlights for you.
1. Chocolate Café
Calling chocolate lovers of all ages to shop the sweetest treats, enjoy fun activities for the kids and put yourself in line to win exclusive chocolate hampers. Entrance is R30 per person.
Date: 7 to 17 April 2022, from 11am – 4pm daily.
Venue: Sandton City, Centre Court.
For more information, follow this link.
2. High Tea in the City
Fancy a spot of tea? Make it a date to tuck into all your favourites for only R355 per person with a welcome drink, some soothing live entertainment, and delicious Ronnefeldt tea and Nespresso coffee.
Date: Every Saturday, 2pm to 5pm.
Venue: DaVinci Lounge.
Booking: Click here or call 011 292 7169.
For more information, follow this link.
Picture: Unsplash / Dylan Calluy
3. Bryan Schimmel – More than a handful
Award winning music director, arranger and musical orchestrator, Bryan Schimmel, will take you on a journey of musical memoirs interspersed with his unparalleled mastery at the piano.
Date: On now, until Saturday, 16 April 2022.
Venue: Theatre on the Square, Sandton Central.
Tickets: Computicket for R180.
For more information, follow this link.
Also, if you’re keen to explore the nightlife in the area, check out this guide to the best night clubs in Sandton.
4. Easter at Africa’s highest urban bar
Spend quality time with family and friends over the long weekend. Prices are R300 per person which includes a glass of Moët & Chandon and Nestle L’atelier Dark Caramel Chocolate. Seating is limited.
Date: 15 to 18 April 2022.
Venue: Alto234, The Leonardo.
For more information, follow this link or call +27 97 536 0000.
Exterior view of The Leonardo located in the heart of Sandton Central. Credit: The Leonardo.
5. Long weekend family feast cooking course
Make your upcoming long-weekend extra magical and treat your loved ones to a rooftop dining experience they’ll never forget. Chefs will guide you and your loved ones through a fun cook-along with a range of delicious dishes to choose from. Tickets are R550 per person.
Date: Saturday, 16 April 2022 from 10 am to 1 pm.
Venue: Discovery Healthy Food Studio.
Click here to book.
For more information, call 0115296527 or email [email protected]
6. Easter lunch and egg hunt at the Hilton
Enjoy a special Easter lunch with live entertainment at R550 for adults, free for kids between 0 and 6 and 50% off for kids 7 to 13. There will also be an Easter egg hunt for the kiddies.
Date: Sunday, 17 April 2022.
Venue: Hilton Sandton.
To book, call 011 322 142 or email [email protected]
For more information, follow this link.
7. Easter lunch buffet, egg hunt and face painting at The Lawns
Hop over to The Lawns, The Maslow, for an Easter Sunday treat. A delicious buffet lunch, live entertainment, an Easter egg hunt with the Easter Bunny and face painting for the kids will be available. Prices are R495 per person and R250 for kids under 12.
Date: Sunday, 17 April 2022 at 1 pm.
Venue: The Lawns, Maslow Hotel, Sandton.
Booking: Call 076 7123 162 / (010) 226 4606 or email [email protected]
For more information, follow this link.
Picture: Unsplash / Annie Spratt
8. Easter carvery
Why not raise the bar on this year’s Easter festivities by joining The Conservatory for a traditional Easter Carvery for R500 per person?
Date: Sunday and Monday, 17 and 18 April, from 1pm to 5pm.
Venue: The Conservatory Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton.
Booking: Email [email protected]
For more information, follow this link.
9. Storm in a B-Cup!
Enjoy an intimate evening with multi-award-winning musical theatre star, Kate Normington, accompanied on the piano by musical director, Rowan Bakker.
Date: 20 to 30 April.
Venue: Theatre on the Square, Sandton Central.
Tickets: Computicket for R180.
For more information, follow this link.
10. Lunch hour music concert
‘If music be the food of love, play on.’ Duo, Con Anima, with Isabel Bradley (flute) and Dr Olga Thihelashvili (piano), will be performing beautiful sonatas by Bach and Kuhlau that you won’t want to miss out on.
Date: Friday, 22 April 2022 at 1 pm.
Venue: Theatre on the Square, Sandton Central.
Tickets: Unreserved, available from the box office from 12.30 pm for R100 or R60 for members.
For more information, follow this link or email [email protected]
11. Whisky Tasting
Make sure you mark your calendar to go on a journey with some exclusives: Samuel Gelston’s Irish Whisky, Pogues Irish Whisky and West Cork 10YO for just R460 per person including light canapes.
Date: Thursday, 28 April at 6 pm.
Venue: Maxim Lounge, DaVinci Hotel and Suites.
Booking essential: Janine at [email protected] or call 011 292 7131.
For more information, follow this link.
Picture: Unsplash / Dylan de Jonge
12. RockingNHeels
Ladies, put on your dancing shoes! Put your best foot forward for a fun one-hour dance class with Kgomotso, followed by a hearty breakfast at Maximillien Restaurant. Tickets are R225 per person.
Date: 30 April from 9 am to 10 am.
Venue: Sophia, Level 4, DaVinci Hotel and Suites.
Booking essential: Janine at [email protected] or 011 292 7131.
For more information, follow this link.
Whether you choose to enjoy a family-friendly outing, a long-weekend stay, celebrate in style, do things a little differently, or enjoy a simple picnic in one of several parks in Sandton Central, it is going to be a fantastic April.
Picture: Unsplash
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