Events in Johannesburg in September 2026
Johannesburg has 5 sourced events in September 2026. Compare dates, venues, and ticket sources below, then build the rest of your trip around the events you choose.
The Johannesburg calendar for September 2026 leads with these:
- Standard Bank Joy of JazzSep 25 - Sep 26Source: festival calendar
- FRIDAY — Standard Bank Card DiscountSep 25Sandton Convention Centre · Source: Ticketmaster
- FRIDAYSep 25Sandton Convention Centre · Source: Ticketmaster
By TripSapien Research · Updated May 20, 2026
Sourced events
- Sep 26
- Sep 26
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Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Sep 5 - Sep 7
Wits Heritage Festival 2026
A festival celebrating the heritage and history of Johannesburg, hosted by the University of the Witwatersrand with exhibitions, talks, and performances.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Sep 10 - Sep 15
Jozi Film Festival 2026
An annual film festival showcasing local and international films with a focus on African cinema, held in various venues across Johannesburg.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Sep 18 - Sep 20
Joburg Art Fair 2026
A premier contemporary art fair featuring galleries and artists from South Africa and beyond, held at the Sandton Convention Centre.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Heritage Day · publicSep 24
- Long weekend with bridge daySep 24–Sep 27
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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