Leave Janu-worry at home with the The Fresha Festival

As we know, things are tight at the beginning of the year after the festive season, especially if you have school-going children.

But that doesn't mean you have to hibernate! Next weekend there is a free festival designed for families happening on the beach.

Read: Woman harassed at New Year's Eve festival speaks out

What is the festival about, you ask? The Fresha Festival of free fun family al-fresco theatre will be staged for the second time on Durban’s North Beach on 19, 20, and 21 January. 

The event promises to be diverse, fabulous, and exciting. The line-up is a real mixed bag. including both local and international acts.

Watch: Alicia Keys' sons dance to hit SA song

You can look forward to free zumba classes, the sweet sounds of Debbie and George Mar, theatre entertainment, and so much more. The entertainment caters for both young and old. 

I caught up with festival director Emma to find out more;

Go down and experience a cultural explosion, right here in our very own Durban.