Applications Open for Hosting Festive Season Events

 

By Fred Felton | Oct. 25, 2023

The eThekwini Municipality is now accepting applications from event organisers, companies and individuals who would like to host events in the City during the festive season.

Applications are now open to host events in the City during the festive season. | Photo: Fred Felton

The deadline for sending in applications is Friday, 10 November 2023 at 4pm to apply for permission to host events.

The festive season runs from 3 December 2023 to 31 January 2024 and applications have to be for events hosted during that time period. There will be no stage performances allowed  along coastal areas on these dates: 16, 25, 26 and 31 December 2023, as well as 1 to 3 January 2024.  

‘’Inviting organisers to apply for permission to host events will enable the City to monitor and ensure the process is compliant with eThekwini Municipality’s event management system to prevent unnecessary incidents,’’ said Chairperson of the Community Service Committee Councillor Zama Sokhabase.

Event organisers can obtain application forms and return them to the Events Management Office, The Platform, Lion Match Complex, Entrance No 1, 892 uMgeni Road, Durban, 4001 or emailed to Archel.Somaroo@durban.gov.za

Applicants will be notified whether the application has been successful or not.

The eThekwini Municipality also reserves the right to cancel an event should it deem the event to be non-compliant.

‘’With health and safety plans in place, we want to ensure that residents and visitors enjoy their festive season in a safe and well-coordinated manner,’’ added Councillor Sokhabase.

Event planners that need more information can call 031 311 4720.

 

Enter the Durban Tourism Business Awards

 

By Fred Felton | Dec. 13, 2022

The Durban Tourism Business Awards are now open for entry and those in the tourism and hospitality industry are encouraged to enter.

The Durban Tourism Business Awards are now open for entry. | Photo: Fred Felton 

The awards are presented by Durban Tourism and they have proved a huge success in promoting excellence and innovation within the tourism industry. The awards also market the various tourism gems throughout the City.

The 2^nd edition of these awards will be held on 15 June 2023. Awards on offer include cash and development options for winners and runners-up.

You can enter the 2^nd annual Durban Tourism Business Awards online at https://www.durbantourismawards.com/

There are various categories for the awards and they include:

Upcoming Filmmakers Award

This award is aimed at rewarding those upcoming and outstanding people and organisations that have produced, written a script, or directed films in the past five years that have showcased Durban in their film or documentary, or advert.

Service Excellence Award

This includes awards in various sectors including:

The Accommodation Award for bed and breakfasts, country houses and guest houses, hotels, lodges and self-catering units.

MESE Award (this is for Meetings, Exhibitions and Special Events venues).

Visitor Experiences Award which will include scenic beauty, adventure and activities, wildlife, lifestyle, beach experience, luxury and restaurants.

Tourist Guides Award which will include adventure, nature and culture guides.

Tour Operators Award

Rickshaw Pullers Award

Crafters Award

Event Organisers and Promoters Award that brings international events to Durban and package their events with other tourism products.

Sustainable Development Award

This award is aimed at green tourism-based products that have adhered to the impact of climate change and have placed emphasis on the environmental impact and green sustainable solutions in their businesses.

Entrepreneurship Award

This award will recognise black-owned small, medium and micro enterprises that have achieved success since beginning their tourism establishments.

Special Achievement Award (Mayor’s Choice)

This award will recognise tourism products that have proven to be long-lasting.

The Durban Tourism Business Awards close for entries on 14 January 2023.

For more information, visit www.durbantourismawards.com or follow Durban Tourism on social media @DBNTourism you can also email: info@durbantourismawards.com or call 031 322 4164.

 

Networking Events at The Loeries

The Loeries is in Durban soon and there will be plenty of networking opportunities for you. Many people from the advertising and communications industry will be in town to attend.

Loeries Creative Week happens from 19 to 25 August 2019.

These are just some of your options:

DStv Seminar of Creativity at the ICC

Master Classes  - learn from the world’s best brands at the ICC

Brand South Africa VIP Brunch – meet the who’s who in the industry at California Dreaming

DStv Beach Café – Network while sipping sundowners at the Elangeni Beachfront

Loeries Expo – discover the latest industry trends at the ICC

There are so many more options for you during Loeries Creative Week.

To book your tickets visit www.loeries.com

This edition by Fred Felton | Twitter @fredfelton

Win Tickets To Decorex Durban 2019

It’s that time of year again.

Image courtesy: Decorex SA

Diarise the dates for Decorex Durban now!

Africa’s largest décor, design and lifestyle exhibition portfolio will extend the continent’s influence on global style with the first instalment, Decorex Durban, taking place at the Durban Exhibition Centre from 21 to 24 March 2019.

“Decorex SA is taking ownership of its role as a leader in décor this 2019 through our inspired theme, ‘Designing for Africa – feels like home’,” explained Sian Cullingworth, Portfolio Director at Reed Exhibitions. “All three shows will reflect the unique African essence of the individual province, with these varied styles all grounded by one undeniable fact - this is home. Visitors to Decorex Durban will be the first to experience this soul-replenishing theme through the numerous features and trends all curated by the region’s best designers.”

True to the Decorex brand, the 2019 exhibition programme boasts a number of inspired new installations which will speak to the upcoming trends. Some of the key features include:

Decorex Trend House 

InStudio Trend Theatre

Children’s Playroom & Décor Project

The Lighting Project

The Kitchen Trend Project

The Bathroom Project

The Design Project

Wine & Champagne Bar

The Secret Gin Garden

Global Trends

Rum & Beer Bar

StreEATERY

The Mint Café

The Wine Tasting Cellar

1-Day Pop-up Market

Visitors can also look forward to the latest design, build and lifestyle products from innovative trade leaders, working alongside Durban’s most dynamic artists. In addition, stylised restaurants and bars will be located throughout the exhibition space, offering quality food and drink menus.

Don’t miss out on the ultimate décor exhibition, Decorex Durban. Book your tickets now at www.decorex.co.za

Decorex Durban

Decorex Durban

21 – 24 March 2019

10am – 6pm daily

Durban Exhibition Centre

Trade-focused day: 22 March 2019

Ticket Prices:   Adults – R95

                        Student/Pensioners – R85

                        Kids U12 – R20

                        Trade – R85

                        Exhibitor – R85

For more information, email decorexinfo@reedexpoafrica.co.za

Visit: www.decorex.co.za         

Facebook: Decorex SA

Twitter: @decorexSA  

Instagram: @decorex_sa

LinkedIn: Decorex SA                  

Blog: http://www.reedexpoafrica.co.za/decorexblog/

The good folks from Decorex have given us 5 double tickets just for you. To get your hands on them all you have to do is answer this easy question:

Where will Decorex Durban be held this year?

Send your answer, name, email and contact details to umhlangalife@gmail.com

Good luck!

Giveaway closes on 15 March 2019.

Ts and Cs apply.

This edition by Fred Felton | Twitter @fredfelton

Your Weekend Event Guide Durban

Plenty to do and see around Durban this weekend

Decorex - Image: Home 

Decorex Durban: 18 – 21 March 2017

Time: 18 – 20 March: 10am – 8pm | 21 March: 10am – 6pm

Ticket prices: Adults: R85, Pensioners: R 75, Children under 12: R20

Tickets: Computicket or at the door

Venue: Durban Exhibition Centre

www.decorex.co.za

Fabulous Francofête!

Sutton Park, Durban: Human Rights Day, 21 March 2017

Day time: Family Affair from 10h30am – 4pm   | wonderful food and drink on offer

Evening: Music Concert from 4h30pm – 8pm    | great line up of musicians

Free Entry!

For more info, visit the Alliance Française at 22 Sutton Crescent, Morningside,

tel 031 312 9582.

Looking Ahead

Party with the Wolf Pack

Date: Saturday, March 25th

Time: starting from 10am

Place: uShaka Marine World Wet n Wild

A hot line up of South African local talent, featuring Aewon Wolf, Sketchy Bongo, Kyle Deutsch, Kaien Cruz, Locnville, Khumz and much more

Cost: R168 per person ‐ Tickets available from Computicket or at the uShaka Marine World ticketing office

Enquiries: (031) 328 8000 or go to www.ushakamarineworld.co.za

This edition by Fred Felton | Twitter @fredfelton

Your Weekend Event Guide Durban

23 To 25 September Royal Baking Powder Virtual Kitchen at Gateway Shopping Centre

24 September Hirsch's Umhlanga Fun Day

25 September Shisa Nyama Festival - People's Park

24 September - Open Air Salsa - Suncoast Casino - 3pm

Your Weekend Event Guide Durban

Plenty to do and see this weekend in and around Durban.

The Durban Ricksha Bus
Take a sho't left and experience your city from a different angle.  Highlights include The Umkhumbane Heritage Museum in Cato Manor, The KwaMuhle Museum in town and many more exciting stops along the way.  Highly recommended. Call 031-322-4209 for more info.

This Sunday experience The Discovery East Coast Radio Big Walk along the beachfront.

Coming Soon

The KZNSA Anniversary Party

It's been 20 years since the KZNSA has been in Glenwood and they are having a big party to celebrate.  The good news is you are invited.  Join them on Tuesday 24 May at 6pm for the opening of some fantastic exhibits to celebrate the anniversary.  Look out for The Andrew Verster Exhibit, one of many opening for the celebrations.

Join them at 166 Bulwer Road, Glenwood, Durban.
For more info call Sumayya on 031-277-1705 


This edition by Fred Felton
Twitter @fredfelton  

Win Tickets To The Coffee & Chocolate Expo

THE BIGGER & BETTER EXPERIENCE

Coffee & Chocolate in 2016!

Coffee and Chocolate Expo returns once again, to KZN, after the launch in 2015, the show reappears to host both a new visual extravaganza and an opportunity to sample some of the SA’s finest coffee and chocolate delights.

The 2016 Coffee & Chocolate show will bring a new experience with different themed areas designed to create both a visual and sensory experience. Visitors can learn tips, techniques and latest trends from the masters on how to create their own chocolate and coffee delights; put their taste buds to action or simply unwind in an atmosphere that is synonymous with relaxation.

Enjoy learning more about coffee, its origins and how to pour the perfect cup at the Coffee Theatre, then complement that by learning about Chocolate at the Chocolate Workshop, brought to you by Beyers. Our Pairing Theatre, pairing whiskey, wine, liqueurs with chocolate, is not to be missed and is worth its weight in gold learning to pair the perfect wine with decadent chocolate.

Once you have tantalised your senses with the rich smells of coffee and tastes of chocolate, relish in the ambiance of the Cocoa Mokka Lounge.  Offering chocolate craft beer as well as live entertainment featuring The Motherland and some of KZN’s top bands, take time out before moving on to your next tasting trip

Win Tickets To The Coffee & Chocolate Expo

Answer this easy question:
Where will the Coffee & Chocolate Expo be held?
Email your answers and contact details to falconscove@gmail.com with Coffee & Chocolate in the subject line. 
Ts and Cs Apply.

This competition is now closed.

TICKETS

Tickets can be purchased via iTickets

R70 online and R90 at the door
Venue: Suncoast 

Facebook: /CoffeeChocolateExpo / KZNCoffeeChocolateExpo

        Twitter: @Coffeechocexpo

          #CoffeeChoc2016, #CoffeeChocEXPerience, #CoffeeChocEXP

         You Tube Link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTmXEPgFX0w

         Website : www.coffeechoc.co.za

Win Tickets To Decorex Durban

DIARISE DECOREX DURBAN NOW

KwaZulu-Natal’s leading décor, design and lifestyle exhibition once again promises to be the

destination of choice for those committed on turning house into home.

Decorex Durban 2016 – a comprehensive showcase of the latest décor and design trends,

products and services – kicks off on 18 March 2016 and runs for four days, until 21 March, at the

Durban Exhibition Centre.

In keeping with its new theme, ‘Take it Home, Make it Home’, the Durban exhibition promises

visitors infinite takeaway ideas and inspiration for their interior and exterior spaces. Covering every

aspect of your home and offering the ultimate shopping experience, this year’s theme taps into

the very latest global design and décor trends, among these, a fresh focus on the quality, detail,

layering and timelessness of the “Considered Home”.

A pop-up market, hosted by I Heart Market, promises to delight the senses of all shoppers, running from 10am – 4pm on Saturday only.

Foodies, too, will get their fill of the fun with delicious culinary experiences and endless dining

options, from casual cafés and full-service restaurants to the perennially popular gourmet market.

For a great family day out, don’t miss Decorex Durban 2016.

Trade focused days will be on 18 and 19 March 2016.

Decorex Durban is open from 10am to 8pm on 18 to 20 March and 10am to 6pm on 21 March.

Ticket prices are R75 for adults, R65 for trade, pensioners and students and R20 for children.

For more information, e-mail decorexsa@ThebeReed.co.za

Visit: www.decorex.co.za

Facebook: Decorex SA

Twitter: @decorexSA

Decorex Durban forms part of the Decorex SA portfolio and is owned by the Thebe Reed

Exhibitions.

The wonderful folk at Decorex SA have given us 5 x double tickets just for you.

If you would like to get your hands on one of these just answer this easy question:

What is the theme this year?

Simply send us your contact details with the answer to falconscove@gmail.com

Tickets only valid for Friday 18^th March.

Ts and Cs apply.