I’m turning back the hands of time all the way to 673-735 AD for this one. According to the writings of Venerable Bede, an Anglo-Saxon deity named Ēostre was accompanied by a hare or rabbit because she represented the rejuvenation and fertility of springtime. Venerable is what you’d call someone who’s gained respect and admiration through age, wisdom and character by the way so that must mean they knew what they were talking about.

In German mythology it’s also said that a bird was injured and a goddess came along and took pity on the poor bird turning it into a rabbit so it could run away escaping impending danger. What a legend.

Easter became a Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus then the pagan symbolism of rabbits and eggs was incorporated symbolising the rebirth and new life that Ẽostre represented earlier on in the story. Ēostre known as Ostara in Germanic traditions brought about the Easter bunny or Osterhase as they call it and that was how that cute little hip hopper that delivers those yummy eggs was born.
Almost like Santa, it is believed that the bunny, in German folklore, would lay coloured eggs (still being a bird in soul coz we all know bunnies don’t lay eggs) for well behaved children. Immigrants popped over to the United States and took this tradition with them way back when in the 18th century and to this day we love ourselves a good Easter egg hunt spreading joy, excitement and a couple of extra kilos over this special holiday! I’m telling you all of this ahead of time so you can plan ahead for those public holidays and special family days together this Easter.

Easter Market at Bryanston Market

Saturday 19 April 9am-3pm

Address: 40 Culross Road, Sandton

Puppet show, Easter crafts, live music, gourmet food

The Boma Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday 19 April 12pm-4pm

Address: 127b Wroxham Road, Paulshof

Easter Egg Hunt

Face Painting & Crafts

Music & Entertainment

Delicious Treats

(Bring your baskets, wear your bunny ears, and get ready for an unforgettable Easter celebration!)

Info: 071 592 1190

Dawn of the Titans II

Saturday 19 April 5pm

Address: Sowaar Bar, Pretoria

MoshMallow, Diverted Disorder, Your Cynical Sanity and Sunken State

Tickets: R80-R120

**The Muffinz & Nomadic Orchestra (CT)**

Sunday 20 April 1pm

The Troyeville Hotel, Albertina Sisulu Road, Troyeville, Jhb

Info: www.thetroyeville.co.za

Tickets: R200 online or at the door

Dub Collective & Black Labone presents: Taxi to PretoriaJoin us for a one-of-a-kind journey from Jozi to PTA for a night of music, movement, and community. We’re heading to the legendary Black Labone in Pretoria — and we’ve got your ride covered.

Thursday 24 April

Departure: 18:30 from The Irish Club, Linden

Return: 00:00

Includes: Entry to Black Labone, your shuttle ride and a welcome drink

Tickets: R200

Bookings: Contact 072 804 5517

**Legends Easter Night Market**

Friday 25 April 5pm

Address: Brodigan St, Northmead, Benoni (Benoni Northern Sports Club)

Stalls, entertainment, kids zone and Easter egg hunt

Info: 0634795232

**Praise The Loud Fest**

Saturday 26 April 4pm

Address: Sognage, 14 Tungsten Road, Randburg

Praise The Loud Fest features Boo, Plum, WONDERboom, Springbok Nude Girls, The Narrow and Dj Kerry-Anne

Info: www.quicket.co.za

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