Something exciting is taking shape behind the scenes at EventsBook, and we cannot wait to finally share it with everyone.


The idea behind EventsBook started with something simple: there are incredible events happening every day, but too many people only hear about them when it is already too late.


A school market. A church fundraiser. A live music evening. A family day. A business event. A community festival. A workshop. A sports day. A local fundraiser. A major show.


So much is happening — but the information is often scattered everywhere.


EventsBook is being built to change that.


Our team is creating one connected platform where people will be able to discover what is happening, find events that interest them, explore what is taking place in different areas, and connect directly with the people behind those events.


And for organisers, promoters, schools, churches, businesses, venues and community groups, EventsBook will offer a better way to get their events seen.


Not just listed.


Seen.


Shared.


Discovered.


Supported.


We are incredibly excited about what is currently being put into place, because this platform is being built with both sides in mind — the people creating events, and the people looking for somewhere to go, something to experience, or something meaningful to support.


The goal is to make discovery easier, promotion stronger, and attendance better.


We want a small community fundraiser to have a place next to a major corporate event.


We want local markets to be found.


We want schools to reach more families.


We want performers to reach new audiences.


We want organisers to have a stronger way to spread the word.


And we want people to have one place they can visit and simply ask:


“What’s happening?”


There is still a lot happening behind the scenes, but every piece being added is bringing us closer to launch.


This is more than another directory.


It is a platform being built around connection, discovery, participation and the moments that bring people together.


We are incredibly excited for what comes next.


EventsBook is coming soon.


And when it does, we hope it becomes the place people visit when they want to know what is happening around them.


EventsBook — discover what’s happening. Be part of it.


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How Did The Olympic Games Begin?


The Olympic Games actually began in ancient Greece nearly 3,000 years ago, and they weren’t just about sport at first — they were part of a religious festival dedicated to Zeus.

The earliest recorded Olympics took place in 776 BC at Olympia, and the entire event consisted of just one race: a short sprint called the stade. A cook named Koroibos of Elis won it, making him the first known Olympic champion.

Over time, the Games grew massively. What started as a simple footrace expanded to include wrestling, boxing, chariot racing, discus, javelin, and long-distance running. By the 5th century BC, athletes from nearly 100 Greek cities were competing.

The Games were so important that Greeks used the four-year interval between them — an Olympiad — as a way to track time.

But eventually, with the rise of Rome, the Olympics began to fade. In 393 AD, Emperor Theodosius I — a Christian ruler — banned the Games altogether as part of his effort to end pagan traditions. After that, the Olympics disappeared for over 1,500 years.


The Modern Revival

Fast forward to the 19th century, when fascination with ancient Greek culture returned during the Renaissance and Enlightenment. There were a few small “Olympic-like” festivals in Europe, but nothing official — until a young French baron, Pierre de Coubertin, came up with a bold idea.

In 1892, he proposed bringing the Olympics back as a global sporting event meant to promote peace and unity. Two years later, at a sports conference in Paris, his vision was approved, and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) was created.

The first modern Olympic Games took place in Athens in 1896, a full circle moment for history. There were 280 athletes from 13 nations, competing in 43 events, mostly in track-and-field, swimming, cycling, wrestling, gymnastics, and more. All the athletes were men — and amusingly, a few were tourists who simply signed up on the spot.

This edition of the Olympics also featured the first modern marathon, inspired by the legendary run from Marathon to Athens by a Greek messenger in 490 BC. Fittingly, a Greek athlete, Spyridon Louis, won it.


Growth Into the Global Event We Know Today

Pierre de Coubertin became IOC president and guided the young Games through tough early years. The breakthrough came with the 1924 Olympics in Paris, which had more than 3,000 athletes — including over 100 women — from 44 nations. That year also saw the launch of the Winter Olympics.

Coubertin retired the following year, but his vision lived on. The Olympics eventually became the world’s biggest international sports competition.

When the Games returned to Athens in 2004, more than 11,000 athletes from 202 countries took part. The shot put even took place at ancient Olympia, linking past and present in a powerful way.

Welcome to Gauteng Events

This page is your one-stop guide to everything happening across Gauteng, from music festivals and art markets to foodie pop-ups, family fun days, and nightlife events. Whether you’re looking for weekend plans or hidden local gems, we’ll keep you updated on all the must-attend happenings in and around the province.

But we also want you to be part of it!
Know of an event happening in your area — big or small?
Let us know!

Please send us the details, tag us in your posts, or drop a comment below so we can help spread the word and keep Gauteng buzzing with great experiences.

Let’s explore, share, and celebrate everything our vibrant province has to offer — together!

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🎶 It’s Festival Time: Rocking The Daisies is On! 🎶

From 2–5 October, Kloof Wine Estate lights up with big acts, good food, and festival energy. The weekend’s here — and so is your chance to be part of something epic.

Let us be your ride — so you can focus on the vibes, not the drive. 🚐

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