Beyond its business appeal, Melrose Arch offers a vibrant European inspired lifestyle, with local and international retail brands, diverse dining options, luxury hotels and exclusively equipped health clubs and sporting facilities, and this month the spotlight is on South African sport – a category the precinct takes very seriously.
Your VIP pass to everything sport starts at Totalsports. Wear your Springbok pride beyond the field in all-day comfort and celebrate the boys in green and gold rugby fan gear, available from Totalsports ahead of the Springboks vs. Wallabies game. Whether it’s a heritage Springboks cap or bucket hat, get game ready in a polo tee or hoodie to herald a highly anticipated win this weekend. Gear up in your favourite Springbok jersey and rally behind the Boks as they play on South African soil once again.
Totalsport, Upper Level Retail Galleria
A playground for the cosmopolitan, Melrose Arch is fuelled by the palpable energy of the people, and on Saturday, 23 August 2025, the precinct is proud to present a Rugby Fan Park as the Springboks take on the Wallabies.
Join fellow rugby fans and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere on the Piazza from 4pm. It’s going to be the ultimate viewing experience, complete with large format LED screens and surround sound, and supporters can order food and beverages from any of the restaurants on the Piazza. With a selection of incredible spot prizes to be won, and an unmatched vibe, come early to avoid disappointment as seating in unreserved, and the match kick off is at 5:10pm.
Backing the Boks, PRIMI has officially landed at Melrose Arch, and offers prime seating to view the game. Inspired by Italy and made in Africa, this eclectic new space brings together the bold flavours, abundance and shared spirit of Italian cuisine with the vibrant soul of Africa. 25 years of urban energy, all stirred into one beautiful, delicious experience and served fresh at Melrose Arch. Make a booking at www.primi-world.co.za/stores to guarantee your seat on the deck.
PRIMI, the Piazza
Trading until 7pm, why not book a table outside at Tashas? Curating memorable moments during the match with great food, warm hospitality and a beautiful environment, inspired by Los Angeles, bring your crew to make memories while the Boks make history. Visit www.tashascafe.com/locations/johannesburg/melrose/ for more.
Tashas, the Piazza
Or you could book a table at MiHa for a bird’s eye view of the Piazza and the game, where casual café meets classic dining. With a fresh take on food and drinks, curated for those who don’t drink alcohol, make sure you bring your family and friends for an experience you will certainly remember. For more information, visit www.miha.co.za.
MiHa, Upper Level Retail Galleria
The game will also be screened on the Square, and restaurant booking is essential. Book your table at Mr George, Istanbul Kebab or Restaurante Parreirinha for the best screen visibility. Visit www.melrosearch.co.za for more. The energy throughout the precinct is going to be electric, so gather your friends and family in green and gold, and don’t forget the GEES!
Mr George, the Square
Istanbul Kebab, the Square
Restaurante Parreirinha, the Square
In a build up to the big game this weekend, this Thursday, 21 August 2025, between 7 and 9am, TransUnion Africa is unveiling a first on the African continent at Melrose Arch, together with Springbok, player Lukhanyo Am and TSHEPO Jeans’ fashion designer and entrepreneur Tshepo Mohlala.
At the corner of Melrose Boulevard and Sunnyside Road, a powerful new installation will appear at the entrance to the precinct. A first-of-its-kind on the African continent, the ‘Be the Reason Things Change’ campaign is designed to tackle barriers to financial inclusion.
Designed to symbolically strip away the barriers that keep millions of South Africans locked out of the formal credit economy, this unique initiative is part of a nationwide campaign that will raise over R10 million in free e-learning credit courses and prizes available to South Africans. Aiming to afford people the knowledge and tools they need to understand their financial story and unlock new opportunities; as part of the launch, South Africans will stand the chance to win one of five education funds valued at R20 000 each or one of ten tech-for-learning kits valued at R7 000 each.
Join us at Melrose Arch this Thursday, between 7 and 9am, for the big reveal, or visit www.transunion.co.za/bethereason from Tuesday, 26 August 2025 for more.
With so much to see, do and experience, there is something for everyone to enjoy at Melrose Arch this month.