Close the door on the old and open up to new opportunities. Reborn: Appreciate your heritage. Restyle: Be an icon. Respect: Own a legend. In an Alfa Romeo, you are driven. Find out where the A-list is socialising this September.

GOOD FOOD AND WINE
13-8 Nov
Global culinary trends, international chefs, professional cocktail makers and up to 50,000 food and wine enthusiasts will attend this years show. Highlights in 2010 include Get Fresh with BBC Lifestyle, an interactive theatre with BBC celebrity chefs Gordon Ramsay, Giorgio Locatelli and others giving their views on why "green is great". www.gourmetsa.com

MPUMALANGA FASHION WEEK
1-6 September
Focusing on mastering the design trends, style, crafts and grandeur that set us apart from other provinces, Mpumalanga is set to showcase the best of the best in fashion, design and creativity. MFWeek is scheduled to take place in White River and local artists will be given a platform to showcase their work. www.mfweek.co.za

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
March–April 2011
Cirque du Soleil will perform for the first time ever in South Africa with its vibrant signature production Saltimbanco. A thrilling and kaleidoscopic celebration of awe inspiring artistry and agility. With a cast of 50 high‐caliber artists hailing from 20 different countries. www.computicket.com

ROCKING THE DAISIES & GARDENS
8 to 10 October
Cloof Wine Estate in Darling, Western Cape, and Emmarentia Dam showcase SA's freshest home-grown musical talent, the hottest DJs, comedians and international acts over one weekend of good green fun for climate change! www.rockingthedaisies.com

DIGITALLIFE EXPO
5-7 November
Find out about the latest in digital technology, as well as interactive walk-through zones where you can see, touch and interact with cutting-edge technology at DigitalLife Expo 2010. Enjoy special booths designed to facilitate fun, fantasy and digital learning for the whole family www.digitallife.co.za

RAGE
1-3 October
Get to South Africas leading computer, gaming and technology expo - an annual event that brings together the most popular and cutting-edge games, technology, gadgets and products under one roof. Get some hands-on time with and a close-up look at the things you love and desire most. www.rageexpo.co.za

OLD MUTUAL ENCOUNTERS CONCERT SERIES
January to December
The Old Mutual Encounters Concert series is about experiencing something of the world of others. The open-air concerts cater for all music tastes, from jazz, folk, Afro-pop, to Hip Hop, rock, blues and choral encounters, and are a delightful way to absorb the beautiful surroundings and unwind. www.oldmutual.co.za

JOBURG DAY!
4 September
94.7 and Santam present Joburg Day! Celebrate the best of South Africa’s musical talent, in a star-studded line-up, on Saturday 4 September. Last year, over 15,000 listeners joined the station’s presenters and Santam for a fun filled afternoon and evening, at Riversands Farm, Fourways, Johannesburg. www.sa-venues.com

SA ALFA ROMEO CENTENNIAL
25-26 Sept
The three Gauteng based Alfa Romeo Clubs invite you to join in celebrating the centennial anniversary of our favourite marque in typical club style. Events with a SA flavour spiced with celebrities whom all played a roll in the history and affairs of Alfa Romeo in South Africa in some way, will entertain us and enrich our knowledge of the history of Alfa in SA. www.wrac.co.za

I AM WOMAN
2 October
A breathtaking one-day experience, filled with celebrities, fashion, beauty and so much more. Don't miss popular funny man Trevor Noah who'll keep you in stitches plus HHP, Malaika, Sechaba and Drum Café are confirmed to entertain. www.thought24.co.za

30 SECONDS TO MARS
19 Nov
Thirty Seconds to Mars return to South Africa for two exciting arena dates in November 2010. Don`t miss the phenomenal rock trio Jared Leto Shannon Leto and Tomo Milicevic who have sold over 3.5 million albums worldwide and have been viewed over 100 million times on youtube. www.computicket.com

DAUGHTRY
29 October
Daughtry released their self-titled debut album in 2006. A hit in both artistic and commercial terms, the GRAMMY?-nominated album spawned a trio of #1 songs (It`s Not Over, Home, and Feels Like Tonight), sold over 5 millions albums worldwide and was the fastest-selling debut rock album in Soundscan history. www.computicket.com

PHOTO & FILM EXPO
15-17 October
The Photo & Film expo will highlight the excellence in Still Photography and Film Production in SA and will showcase the latest hardware, software, technology, lighting, techniques, facilities and courses available in these fields. Photo fundis this is definitely not one to miss out on! www.photofilmexpo.com

LOOK & FEEL GOOD EXPO
8-10 October
The Look & Feel Good Expo is South Africa's only all encompassing premium health, wellness and lifestyle event and the only event to pull together all the resources for healthy living under one roof. Take care of your mind, body and soul and get to the expo! www.lookandfeelgoodexpo.co.za

ELECTRIC MANSION
30 October
The Electric Mansion is a unique dance event taking place in South Africa @ Gallagher Midrand, on the 30th October 2010. Featuring a truly international line up of DJ’s and entertainers, the evening will be an awesome spectacle of music, visuals, lights, pyrotechnics and entertainment! www.mrspencer.com

GOSPEL SKOUSPEL
2-10 October
Huisgenoot Skouspel's 11th year - South Africa`s premier Afrikaans concert. A celebration of Afrikaans music featuring Bobby van Jaarsveld, Jannie Moolman, Rina Hugo, Jan de Wet, Willie Joubert, Johan Vercueil, Alban Petersen, Ivan Siegelaar, Freda Francis, Nadine Blom, Rouchelle Liedeman en Romanz www.computicket.com

MADAME ZINGARA
01 Oct-01 Feb
Brilliant. Thrilling. Exhilarating. Expect a spell-binding season of thrilling new shows featuring performers from all corners of the globe, including the vivacious Original Tons of Fun, the spell-binding roller skaters and the sensational Little Queen of Tarts. www.madamezingara.com

AARDKLOP
28 Sept-3 Oct
The Aardklop National Arts Festival offers an outstanding programme with more than 70 productions, including an opera and dance and brand-new drama productions by award-winning writers. Enjoy the best in entertainment and family fun! www.aardklop.co.za

DURBAN INTERNATIONAL BLUES FESTIVAL
28 Sept-03 Oct
Put on your best smoking jacket, hat and invite fellow jazz afficionados. This year blues fans can look forward to an array of fresh names on the festival stage with a series of free concerts taking place at Zacks Deck, Wilson’s Wharf , culminating in two major ticketed events. www.durbanbluesfestival.co.za

WOODSTOCK
27-30 November
Woodstock is the largest annual music festival in the country and will be celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. It has come a long way since the inaugural one at Heidelberg with its fusion of youth, music and culture. www.woodstock.co.za
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NEWTOWN DIWALI FESTIVAL
23 October
participate in the wide array of fun activities ranging from children’s art workshops, dance workshops, an esoteric fair, a textile and crafts fair, fashion shows, retail and food stores and a dazzling entertainment line-up which culminated in an exquisite fireworks display. www.diwalifestival.co.za

SOWETO FESTIVAL EXPO
23-26 September
The Festival promises to offer an uncompromising experience of culture, business and entertainment to all. Comprised of a variety of events, workshops and exhibitions, the 2010 expo offers performances including music, stand-up comedy, poetry readings and storytelling. www.sowetofestival.co.za