Festive fun, great deals & 42 Christmas markets to explore 🎄

This week’s newsletter is packed with festive fun and great ideas for getting out and about. From Christmas markets happening across South Africa to simple ways to stay social and live longer, we’ve rounded up something for everyone. You’ll also find a fresh batch of movie and theatre deals to enjoy with friends – plus a quirky Christmas quiz to bring a smile to your day.

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In this edition:

1. 42 Christmas markets 🎄 to enjoy around South Africa in 2025

2. Be social and live longer – 5 activities that let you connect with others

3. Hot picks this week: Theatre & Movie deals to enjoy with your friends

4. Quirky Christmas Quiz

42 Christmas markets to enjoy around South Africa in 2025

If you love a festive outing, you’re spoilt for choice this year! Lirette has rounded up 42 Christmas markets happening across South Africa in 2025 – from Cape Town’s cosy indoor markets to sunny seaside stalls, German-style celebrations, and small-town gems packed with handmade gifts. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the season, support local makers, and soak up the holiday spirit with friends or family.

Be social and live longer – 5 activities that let you connect with others and have fun in your golden years!

Staying socially connected isn’t just enjoyable – science shows it can actually help you live longer. In this article, Lirette shares five practical ways to grow your social circle, no matter where you live or what stage of life you’re in.

Movie 🎬 & theatre 🎭 pensioner discounts

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Quirky Christmas Quiz 🎅

1️⃣ In which country do people traditionally hide a brooms 🧹 on Christmas Eve because they believe naughty spirits might steal them for a midnight joyride?

2️⃣ What unusual Christmas tradition comes from Japan, where millions of people queue for a very specific fast-food meal every year?

3️⃣ In some parts of Europe, people take part in a contest where they throw what festive item as far as possible once Christmas is done?

🎄 Quiz Answers

1. Norway

2. KFC – A marketing campaign in the 1970s turned Christmas fried chicken into a national tradition.

3. Christmas trees – Post-Christmas tree-throwing competitions are especially popular in Germany.

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