Arts & culture
Contra.Joburg 2026
The city is calling, and Contra.Joburg 2026 is your invitation to explore it differently. For one weekend only, Johannesburg’s Inner City transforms into a playground of creativity, bringing together 190 artists, designers, makers and creative businesses across 15 unique venues. This year’s theme, Different is Good, celebrates the people, ideas and spaces that make Jozi unlike anywhere else.
Event Details
SATURDAY, 29 AUGUST 2026, 10:00AM
to SUNDAY, 30 AUGUST 2026, 5:00PM
Age Restrictions:
All ages allowed
Cost:
From R150
Different is Good, Jozi
The city is calling, and Contra.Joburg 2026 is your invitation to explore it differently. For one weekend only, Johannesburg’s Inner City transforms into a playground of creativity, bringing together 190 artists, designers, makers and creative businesses across 15 unique venues. This year’s theme, Different is Good, celebrates the people, ideas and spaces that make Jozi unlike anywhere else.
Whether you're discovering hidden studios, meeting local creatives, collecting something special, or simply looking for a fresh way to experience the city, Contra.Joburg is your chance to see Johannesburg up close and at your own pace. Hop on the free festival shuttle, follow your curiosity, and spend the weekend exploring the streets, stories and talent shaping the future of our city.
Assemble the squad
Bring your friends, your family, your colleagues, or come solo and make new connections along the way. Expect art, design, fashion, craft, installations, talks, exhibitions, food, music and plenty of surprises around every corner. From first-time visitors to long-time Joburg lovers, there’s something for everyone.
It’s time to experience Jozi differently. Put on your walking shoes, charge your phone, and get ready to explore. Kuzoba mnandi!