2026 Biggest Attractions

Get Ready for a Thrilling Rand Show in 2027 

Ultimate Shopping, Kids Zone, Indoor Market, Live Music & Delicious Food Stalls Await!

What Was On at The Rand Show 2026?

Shopping Hall

Meet top brands face-to-face and explore an array of offerings, from Fashion and Beauty to Home and Garden, Financial Products, and more. Stroll down Legacy Lane and experience the history of the Rand Show and its lasting impact on Johannesburg.

Music

Dance, sing, and groove all Easter weekend with top local DJs and artists. This all-day entertainment lineup is perfect for family fun!

Kids Zone

Hall 8 is the ultimate destination for young adventurers at The Rand Show 2026! Packed with non-stop fun.

More details to follow soon…

Adrenaline Zone

The Theme Park is back, bigger and better! Feel the rush with thrilling attractions like drifting, spinning, 4×4 rides, helicopter flips, and bungee trampolines for true adrenaline seekers.

SANDF Display

Don’t miss the SANDF’s largest display yet! Experience a powerful showcase of skills and equipment indoors in Hall 10 and outdoors at Gate 2 and Terrace 1.

Join us at #TheBestPlaceToBe In March 2027 for an unparalleled experience that celebrates the vibrant spirit of South Africa. See you at the Rand Show 2027!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the opening hours of the show?
The Rand Show is open daily from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. (Entrance gate closes at 6pm)

The event runs from 25 – 29 March 2027

The Rand Show will be held at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec.
  • Opening Day Thursday special: R50
  • Adults: R120
  • Children: R90 for children up to the age of 12 (children under three enter free, excluding Theme Park Rides).
  • Pensioners: R90
  • Family Package: R340 (includes 2 Adult tickets and 2 Children tickets) On-line purchases only.
  • *Prices subject to change for the 2027 Rand Show

Tickets can be purchased:

  1. Online: Through our website and TicketPro.
  2. Affiliated retailers – Spar (with Payzones) and at Pick ‘n Pay
  3. At the gate: Available on the day of the event.
Yes, tickets will be available for purchase at the gate each day, but we recommend buying online to avoid queues.
Parking costs R30, and security patrols will ensure a safe parking experience throughout the event.
R250 per person, per ride.
  • Bundle 20 – 20 tickets for R300, Only available online
  • Bundle 40 – 40 tickets for R500, Only available online
  • One ticket is R20 – tickets can be bought on site

R80

  • R300 for Lumina Back seats
  • R350 for Lumina Front seats
  • R600 for the Monster Drift Taxi Back Seats
  • R750 for the Monster Drift Taxi or Competition Drift Cars Front Seats


Drifting is free to watch

The full schedule is available on our website.

The Music Festival line-up can also be found on our website.

No, the Music Festival is free-to-attend entertainment for the entire family.

Yes, the Music Festival is designed for the whole family to enjoy.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed, except for service dogs.

No outside food or drinks are allowed to be brought into the venue.

No, you cannot bring camp chairs to the event.

Yes, Halal food options are available at the event.

Yes, there are baby-changing facilities available for your convenience.

Yes, the venue provides prayer rooms for attendees.

  • Big Bounce
  • Music Festival
  • SANDF live and static displays
  • Marching bands
  • Kids Zone (Hall 8) various activities
  • Face painting
  • Trampoline Zone
  • Gaming Zone
    • Anime After Hours – Anime and Pop-culture including live performances and Cosplay showcase
    • E-sports experience : school tournaments
    • Live hackathon
    • LEGO experience : unplugged coding
    • Gaming LAN arena
    • Virtual and augmented reality experience
  • The Bridal Beauty, Fashion and Matric Dance Fair
  • The Market Place