Red Roman Shed Emperors Palace is one of the East Rand’s most distinctive, versatile, and energetically curated multipurpose event venues — a funky, urban entertainment space at 64 Jones Road, O.R. Tambo, Kempton Park, Gauteng, forming part of the iconic Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention Resort. Designed specifically for high-energy, large-scale, and community-driven events, the Red Roman Shed has become a landmark destination for markets, beer festivals, wine festivals, music events, craft fairs, sporting event screenings, exhibitions, and bespoke private functions.

“Every event I have attended at the Red Roman Shed has been exceptional. It’s a great venue for hosting functions, watching sporting events or flea markets. The team at Emperors make everything special.”

With an artistic interior and rustic industrial aesthetic, capacity for up to 1,000 guests, and the full operational and hospitality infrastructure of the Emperors Palace resort behind every event — the Red Roman Shed Emperors Palace delivers a genuinely unique Gauteng events experience that is “definitely different from the usual cocktail venue.”

The Venue — Funky, Urban, Industrial

The Red Roman Shed Emperors Palace is designed with a deliberately unconventional character:

• Artistic interior with a rustic industrial look — exposed surfaces, raw materials, and urban energy
• Matt black interior surfaces creating a dramatic, moody atmosphere
• Large, flexible open floor plan — reconfigurable for markets, concerts, exhibitions, and functions
• Indoor and outdoor event areas available
• Suited to events that need both atmosphere and scale
• “I liked the artistic interior with a rustic look — definitely different from the usual cocktail venue.”
• Full Emperors Palace operational support — catering, staffing, and event management

Events Hosted — A Full Calendar of Experiences

The Red Roman Shed Emperors Palace hosts a diverse and high-energy programme of public and private events:

Crafters Fair

One of the Red Roman Shed’s most beloved recurring events — a multi-day artisan and gift market:

• 140–170 stalls per fair — pre-selected for variation, quality, and reasonable pricing
• Products: jewellery, toys, décor items, food, gifts, and more
• Entrance: R10 per person | Free for children under 12
• “Ranging from 140–170 stalls — you’ll find jewellery, toys, décor items, food, gifts, and many more. A market which will have something for the whole family.”
• Typically runs: Friday–Saturday 09:00–18:00, Sunday 09:00–16:00

Urban Shed Arts & Craft Market

• Held on the last Sunday of every month
• Handmade arts, crafts, and artisanal goods
• “So many handmade craft under one roof — great prices, awesome experience, this is definitely worth visiting”

Ben Vino Wine Festival

• An annual wine festival hosted at the Red Roman Shed
• “A day filled with sipping, sampling, and festive vibes”
• Space for up to 1,000 guests

Beer Festivals & Food Events

• Regular beer fests showcasing local and craft beer
• Themed food events — including the popular Taste of Portugal event
• “The food was amazing and the drinks were great — the Taste of Portugal event was a fun experience”

Music Events & Shows

• Live music performances and musical shows
• The Red Roman Shed’s industrial acoustics and open layout suit live music events effectively

Sporting Event Screenings

• Large-scale sporting event viewing parties
• The open, communal layout is ideal for group sporting experiences

Bespoke Exhibitions & Corporate Events

• Custom exhibitions for brands and businesses
• Private functions and corporate events
• The flexible layout allows fully bespoke configurations for unique briefs

Part of the Emperors Palace Ecosystem

Red Roman Shed Emperors Palace is embedded within the Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention Resort — one of Gauteng’s most celebrated and comprehensive hospitality destinations:

• Full hotel accommodation on-site
• Casino and entertainment complex
• Barnyard Theatre — home-grown music shows for up to 400 guests
• Theatre of Marcellus — international and local acts (managed by Blu Blood)
• Convention Centre — Centre Court for up to 2,500 delegates
• Multiple restaurants, bars, and dining options throughout the resort
• Near OR Tambo International Airport — ideal for events with national delegates and visitors

Location & Accessibility

• Address: 64 Jones Road, O.R. Tambo, Kempton Park, Gauteng, 1627
• Phone: +27 11 928 1000
• Website: emperorspalace.com
• Part of: Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention Resort
• Near OR Tambo International Airport — accessible from across Gauteng
• Ample on-site resort parking

Practical Details

• Type: Funky urban multipurpose events venue (part of Emperors Palace)
• Capacity: Up to 1,000 guests
• Interior: Artistic rustic industrial (matt black surfaces)
• Events: Markets, beer fests, wine festivals, music events, sporting screenings, exhibitions, craft fairs, bespoke functions
• Regular markets: Crafters Fair (multi-day, 140–170 stalls) + Urban Shed (last Sunday monthly)
• Best for: Markets, beer festivals, wine festivals, live music events, corporate exhibitions, sporting event screenings, craft fairs, community events, East Rand entertainment

For event listings, upcoming shows, and venue hire enquiries, visit the official Emperors Palace venues page.

Also explore other popular event and entertainment venues in Kempton Park and the East Rand or browse Gauteng multipurpose event venues on Event Venues SA.