# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Durban

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Durban with festive markets, holiday parties, Christmas dinners, family activities, Santa experiences, Christmas lights, live shows, brunches, concerts, and seasonal events. Discover the best things to do and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Christmas
- **Display Name**: Christmas events
- **Type**: other

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Celebrate Christmas [YEAR] in Durban with festive markets, Christmas Eve parties, holiday dinners, Santa meet-and-greets, Christmas lights, concerts, carol performances, family-friendly activities, brunches, winter festivals, and seasonal attractions. Whether you're planning a cozy family outing or a festive night out, discover the best Christmas events and things to do in Durban.

## Christmas Events in Durban

- **Event Name**: Corporate Year-end Lunch Buffet
  - **Description**: 🎄 Celebrate Your Corporate Year-End at 315 Restaurant! 🎄

Gather your colleagues and celebrate the year’s achievements with a festive buffet at Coastlands Musgrave. 

Menu highlights include our famous Ridge lamb breyani or lamb curry, roast turkey with c
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  - **Date**: Mon Nov 02 2026 at 12:30 pm – Mon Nov 02 2026 at 03:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durban/corporate-year-end-lunch-buffet/200030638826008
  - **Venue**: Coastlands Musgrave Hotel
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- **Event Name**: Corporate Year-end Events | Private Venue | Coastlands Musgrave Hotel
  - **Description**: 🎄 Celebrate Your Corporate Year-End in Style! 🎉

Reward your team and celebrate the year’s achievements with a memorable private event at Coastlands Musgrave. Enjoy exclusive use of a private venue, welcome drinks on arrival, a delicious buffet and variou
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  - **Date**: Tue Nov 10 2026 at 12:30 pm – Tue Nov 10 2026 at 03:00 pm (+02:00)
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  - **Venue**: Coastlands Musgrave Hotel
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- **Event Name**: Christmas Day Lunch | Coastlands Musgrave Hotel
  - **Description**: 🎄 Celebrate Christmas Day at Coastlands Musgrave! 🎅

Gather your family and friends for a joyful Christmas Day lunch filled with delicious food, live entertainment, lucky-draw prizes, and festive cheer. Your experience begins with a welcome drink on arriv
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  - **Date**: Fri Dec 25 2026 at 12:30 pm – Fri Dec 25 2026 at 03:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durban/christmas-day-lunch-coastlands-musgrave-hotel/200030639109932
  - **Venue**: Coastlands Musgrave Hotel
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- **Event Name**: Corporate Year-end Dinner Buffet
  - **Description**: 🎄 Celebrate Your Corporate Year-End at 315 Restaurant! 🎄

Gather your colleagues and celebrate the year’s achievements with a festive buffet at Coastlands Musgrave. Menu highlights include our famous Ridge lamb breyani or lamb curry, roast turkey with chi
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  - **Date**: Mon Nov 02 2026 at 06:30 pm – Mon Nov 02 2026 at 10:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durban/corporate-year-end-dinner-buffet/200030638825908
  - **Venue**: Coastlands Musgrave Hotel
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- **Event Name**: UKZN Update for Paediatrics and Paediatric Surgery Symposium 2026
  - **Description**: The University of KwaZulu-Natal's Discipline of is hosting its flagship event, the UPDATE FOR PAEDIATRICS &
PAEDIATRIC SURGERY SYMPOSIUM.

2026 theme: “The Modern Child: Precision, compassion, and innovation in paediatrics”
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  - **Date**: Thu Nov 12 2026 at 07:30 am – Fri Nov 13 2026 at 04:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durban/ukzn-update-for-paediatrics-and-paediatric-surgery-symposium-2026/200030474600431
  - **Venue**: University of KwaZulu Natal, 4000 Durban, South Africa
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- **Event Name**: St Theresa's Boys Homes Christmas Party
  - **Description**: Our St.Theresa's Children's Home Christmas Party for 2026 will be held on Saturday 5 December 2026.  As soon as I get the list of kids I will reach out for sponsorship of outfits, gifts and shoes.
@followers
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 12:00 am (+02:00)
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  - **Venue**: Sydenham, 4091 Durban, South Africa
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## Trending Events in Durban

- **Event Name**: Sjava, Simmy in Durban
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Sjava Live in Durban on Thursday, September 24, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Sjava like never before? With chart-topping hits like Typhoon (feat. Sastii, LaCabra, Lowfeye, Blue Pappi), Egoli (feat. Sjava)
  - **Venue**: Durban Botanic Gardens
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- **Event Name**: ENGAGE Trade Africa (ETA)
  - **Description**: ENGAGE Trade Africa connects African exporters with global buyers through curated B2B meetings, networking and trade experiences.About this EventWHERE AFRICAN TRADE MEETS GLOBAL BUYERS
  - **Venue**: Durban ICC
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- **Event Name**: OLD MUTUTAL MUSIC AT THE LAKE ft SJAVA, SIMMY & Q TWINS
  - **Description**: Celebrate Heritage Day with us ft a fully home-grown KZN lineup with Sjava, Simmy and Q Twins!
  - **Venue**: 9a John Zikhali Road, 4001 Durban, South Africa
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: The Best of Bollywood on Strings
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Durban. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Bollywood at The Playhouse Company under the gentle glow of candl
  - **Venue**: The Playhouse Company
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- **Event Name**: 2026 PICK n PAY DURBAN SUNRISE RUN
  - **Description**: The 2026 Pick n Pay Durban Sunrise Run is back, and it’s basically a party disguised as a run!  

Expect epic vibes, sea-air energy, and enough smiles to power the sunrise itself. Whether you’re racing, jogging, or “enthusiastically walking,” Durban’s mos
  - **Venue**: Ampithetre Durban Beach Front
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Tribute to Adele | Durban
  - **Description**: 👉 Tickets https://tinyurl.com/candlt-tribute-to-adele-dur

⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Durban. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele
  - **Venue**: The Playhouse Company, 231 Anton Lembede Street, Durban Central, Durban
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- **Event Name**: BARNYARD FUNDRAISER - Can't stop the feeling
  - **Description**: Get Ready to “Can’t Stop the Feeling” – A Night Out That Changes Lives
Looking for a fantastic night out while making a real difference?

Join iCare for an unforgettable evening at Barnyard Theatre Suncoast as we present Can’t Stop the Feeling – 60 Years
  - **Venue**: Suncoast Barnyard Theatre
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- **Event Name**: A Night of Praise and Worship
  - **Description**: #IsethembisoGospel LIVE RECORDING will be taking place on the 24th October 2026 at the Durban ICC at #ANightofPraiseAndWorship! We can't wait to host these amazing Gospel ministers and soak in God's presence. 

Isikhathi sibekiwe and doors open at 15:00!
  - **Venue**: Durban ICC
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- **Event Name**: Shisanyama festival
  - **Description**: The eThekwini Shisanyama Festival was created to celebrate everything that makes our culture special, great food, great music, and the people who bring it all to life. 

As we return for our 2nd Annual Festival, we’re proud to welcome you back for an even
  - **Venue**: Island View, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Christmas events in Durban?
  - **A:** Corporate Year-end Lunch Buffet (Mon Nov 02 2026 at 12:30 pm at Coastlands Musgrave Hotel), Corporate Year-end Events | Private Venue | Coastlands Musgrave Hotel (Tue Nov 10 2026 at 12:30 pm at Coastlands Musgrave Hotel), Christmas Day Lunch | Coastlands Musgrave Hotel (Fri Dec 25 2026 at 12:30 pm at Coastlands Musgrave Hotel), Corporate Year-end Dinner Buffet (Mon Nov 02 2026 at 06:30 pm at Coastlands Musgrave Hotel), UKZN Update for Paediatrics and Paediatric Surgery Symposium 2026 (Thu Nov 12 2026 at 07:30 am at University of KwaZulu Natal, 4000 Durban, South Africa).
- **Q**: How can I find Christmas events in Durban?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas events in Durban on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas events in Durban?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas events in Durban?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas events in Durban include Coastlands Musgrave Hotel, University of KwaZulu Natal, 4000 Durban, South Africa, Sydenham, 4091 Durban, South Africa.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas events in Durban?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas events in Durban include Coastlands Musgrave Hotel, UKZN's College of Health Sciences, Project Ian-I am near.
- **Q**: Are there any online Christmas events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Christmas events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas events in Durban?
  - **A:** Follow the Christmas category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas events are listed in Durban.

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