Mzansi's much anticipated consumer Expo is almost here.
The Rand Show is the country's most memorable events on the annual entertainment calendar.
The the expo returns this April with an exhilarating offering sure to please the whole family.
Running from 6 to 10 April, the exhibition will take place at The Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec.
There are many reasons to attend this consumer expo. From the entertainment to exploring new gadgets, products and services, enjoying a family-friendly environment, networking with exhibitors and other visitors and getting show specials. The Rand Show offers all of this and more.
Here is what to expect:
Huge Crowd Pleasers and Outdoor Fun
The Rand Show is famous for its outdoor displays, and this year is no different. Visitors can experience helicopter flips, drifting and advanced driving with professionals.
A new addition to this year’s event is a Dog Showcase – backed by The South African Dog Agility Association (SADAA).
Dog Agility is one of the fastest growing canine sports globally and is a fantastic spectator sport. This promises to big a massive crowd pleaser for visitors. Visitors can expect to see dogs and their handlers participating in four disciplines – flying; agility; jumping and IPO (training, obedience, and protection).
All Day Entertainment
While some may not consider food and drink as entertainment, at this event, it is. From the beer gardens to gin tastings and speciality snacks and food, there is an excellent excuse to break your diet.
The kids will love the dedicated Kids Zone, Kids Con, magic shows, SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer, the brand new Easter Wonderland with the Beacon Bunny, the inflatables village, animal farm, kids marching band, balloon giveaways, go-karting, Hamley’s trains and so much more.
Young adults can look forward to free music concerts around the show at no extra cost. Some top SA musicians will be performing, including the likes of Dr Victor, Mango Groove, Uncle Waffles and Kelly Khumalo and MXO.
Families will enjoy the Classic Car Show, wrestling, the Dog Show, Cake Boss, Motorbike display and toy run and the various marching bands performing throughout the show.
Local is Lekker
An incredible addition this year is an initiative to practically uplift and support SMMEs. Hall 7 will be dedicated to small businesses, and visitors can vote for their favourite stands via the Rand Show App. The winner will get R 50 000 cash to grow their business.
Explore the hundreds of exciting wares on display in the SMME village.
Just a few great reasons to get to The Rand Show this Easter.
The events start at 09h00 util 19h00.
Tickets are R95.00 for adults and R60 for children and pensioners.
Family passes = 2 adults & 2 kids (kids aged 3 - 12. Kids under 3 are free) = R 295.00. Family package is available online only.
