# Hollywoodbets Durban July: what to do between sessions in Durban

Source: https://eventweekends.com/culture/durban-july/
Last checked: 2026-11-02

## In short

- **When:** Saturday, 3 July 2027 (expected, not yet confirmed by the organiser)
- **Where:** Greyville Racecourse, Durban, South Africa, about 2 km from the centre
- **Free time:** Gaps of two to four hours between screenings or shows, and whole days for companions.
- **Best base:** Umhlanga: Safer resort suburb with restaurants.
- **Getting there:** King Shaka International (DUR) is 35 minutes north of the city.
- **Weather:** In July, Durban temperatures average about 20°C, with roughly 42 mm of rain in the month. Expect about 10 h 16 min of daylight.
- **Top things to do:** Hluhluwe-iMfolozi game drive; Valley of a Thousand Hills; Durban curry tour

## Know before you go

- Africa's biggest horse race and a famous fashion event.

## Weather and what to pack

In July, Durban temperatures average about 20°C, with roughly 42 mm of rain in the month. Expect about 10 h 16 min of daylight.
- A light rain jacket, just in case.
- Comfortable walking shoes and a small day bag.

## Airport to venue

King Shaka International (DUR) is 35 minutes north of the city.

Rideshare; parking is limited.

## Where to stay

- **budget:** North Beach. Beachfront apartments.
- **mid:** Umhlanga. Safer resort suburb with restaurants.
- **luxury:** Umhlanga Rocks. Oyster Box hotel.
- Hotels we would book: Garden Court South Beach (budget), Protea Hotel Umhlanga (mid), The Oyster Box (luxury)

## Day plans for the free hours

### Between screenings or shows

A two- to four-hour gap: something close by.
- Half-day: Durban curry tour. Bunny chow.
- Eat: Bunny chow at Hollywood Bets, Curry in bread

### A free day

For companions without a pass, or attendees taking a day off.
- Full day: Hluhluwe-iMfolozi game drive. Big Five safari, 3 hours north.

### Evenings

After the last show of the day.
- After dark: Florida Road.
- Eat: Victoria Street Market, Spices

### Rainy day

Indoor backups.
- Rain or heat backup: uShaka Marine World. Aquarium and water park.
- Free: Golden Mile promenade.

## Tours worth booking

- [Hluhluwe-iMfolozi game drive](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Hluhluwe%20safari&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-durban-july): Big Five safari, 3 hours north.
- [Valley of a Thousand Hills](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Valley%20of%20a%20Thousand%20Hills%20tour&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-durban-july): Zulu culture.
- [Durban curry tour](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Durban%20food%20tour&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-durban-july): Bunny chow.
- [uShaka Marine World](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=uShaka%20Marine%20World&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-durban-july): Aquarium and water park.

## Where to eat

- Bunny chow at Hollywood Bets: Curry in bread
- Victoria Street Market: Spices

## With kids

- uShaka Marine World.

## Rainy-day backups

- Moses Mabhida Stadium SkyCar.

## Getting around

- Uber is the easy option; long distances to Pietermaritzburg.

## Questions people ask

### When is Hollywoodbets Durban July 2027?

The next edition is Saturday, 3 July 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.

### What is the weather like during Hollywoodbets Durban July?

In July, Durban temperatures average about 20°C, with roughly 42 mm of rain in the month. Expect about 10 h 16 min of daylight.

### How do I get from the airport to Greyville Racecourse?

King Shaka International (DUR) is 35 minutes north of the city. Rideshare; parking is limited.

### Where should I stay for Hollywoodbets Durban July?

For most visitors the best base is Umhlanga: Safer resort suburb with restaurants.

### What can we do between sessions at Hollywoodbets Durban July?

Good short outings in Durban include Valley of a Thousand Hills, Durban curry tour, uShaka Marine World. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.

### What is there for kids and families near Hollywoodbets Durban July?

Family-friendly picks: Hluhluwe-iMfolozi game drive, Valley of a Thousand Hills, uShaka Marine World. uShaka Marine World.

### How far is Greyville Racecourse from Durban centre?

About 2 km in a straight line. Rideshare; parking is limited.

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