Several family fun days and kid-focused festivals are scheduled for late March and April 2026 in and around Roodepoort.
If you are looking for general family fun any day of the week, these Roodepoort spots are highly rated:
Features a touch-and-feed farm, camel and horse rides, and a dedicated kids' play area with jumping castles.
Perfect for a family picnic with a view of the Witpoortjie Waterfall. Occasionally hosts outdoor movie nights and concerts.
Offers a giant elemental reed maze and a general knowledge quiz that takes about 90 minutes to complete.
A hidden gem where kids can ride miniature trains on specific open days.
Ideal for low-budget family days with hiking trails and braai facilities.
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Upcoming Family Fun Events (March – April 2026)
Permanent Family Fun Venues in Roodepoort
•Big Bounce Fun Day
•Date & Time: 7 March 2026, all day.
•Location: Avondale Sports Field.
•Type: Community festival.
•Description: A "Big Bounce Extravaganza" featuring jumping castles, slides, and local vendors.
•Family Fun Day at Florida Lake Sea Scout
•Date & Time: Saturday, 4 April 2026.
•Location: Florida Lake Sea Scout, Roodepoort.
•Type: Community/Church event.
•Description: Includes rowing boat competitions, jumping castles, and live performances. Strictly no alcohol.
•Cost: Adults R50, Kids (2–12) R20.
•FuzedGroove Annual Family Funday
•Date & Time: 6 April 2026, starting at 10:00 AM.
•Location: Listed on Webtickets.
•Type: Games & Music festival.
•Description: Features family games like athletics, egg races, and cookie face, plus talent showcases from local artists.
•Joburg Family Picnic & Kids Festival
•Date & Time: 29 March 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
•Location: Johannesburg Zoo (approx. 20-30 mins from Roodepoort).
•Johannesburg Zoo
•Type: Large-scale festival.
•Description: A massive event with carnival rides, live music, zoo tours, and a "bright colors" theme.
•Cost: Kids R170 – R200; Adults R150 – R180; Family packages available from R470.
•Honeydew Country Club Fun Day
•Date & Time: Saturday, 21 March 2026.
•Location: 1 Boundary Rd, North Riding AH, Roodepoort.
•Description: The first Scouts South Africa fun day of the year; details available on their official flyer.
•Features a touch-and-feed farm, camel and horse rides, and a dedicated kids' play area with jumping castles.
•Perfect for a family picnic with a view of the Witpoortjie Waterfall. Occasionally hosts outdoor movie nights and concerts.
•Offers a giant elemental reed maze and a general knowledge quiz that takes about 90 minutes to complete.
•A hidden gem where kids can ride miniature trains on specific open days.
•Ideal for low-budget family days with hiking trails and braai facilities.
Updated at 23 Mar 2026