Eastern-Inspired Dining

Asian cuisine is defined by distinct tastes, vibrant colours, and an unmistakable originality in every dish. Located in Gateway Theatre of Shopping, 9Sky Restaurant offers an elevated Asian dining experience, treating guests to delicious food and excitement. You can find them located next to the Gateway Hotel, underneath Virgin Active, and above the Padel courts. Access to the restaurant is via Parking Area A, Level P2, by taking Twilight Drive to reach the parking entrance....

Gateway Theatre of Shopping is Your Festive Playground

Gateway Theatre of Shopping is setting the scene for imagination, sparkle, and connection as it transforms into KwaZulu-Natal’s ultimate festive playground this holiday season. From 12 December 2025 to 7 January 2026, the centre will host a line-up of entertainment that promises to delight visitors of all ages. The headline attraction this year is the LEGO® Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 performance activation, a first-of-its-kind in South Africa. The high-energy installation that international travellers may have seen...

Authentic. Modern. Mediterranean. Moderna Cafe

Inspired by the idyllic Mediterranean, Moderna brings the vibrant flavours of Italian, Portuguese, and Greek cuisine to Umhlanga. Combining modern design elements with a warm and friendly atmosphere to create your new favourite spot. Using a contemporary aesthetic and airy layout, they incorporated natural textures and coastal tones to give the space a rustic charm. They essentially borrowed elements from eateries along the Mediterranean coast and reimagined it for the urban chic setting of the...

Eben Etzebeth brings autobiography launch to Gateway

Gateway Theatre of Shopping will host the KwaZulu-Natal launch of beloved Springbok Eben Etzebeth’s autobiography with an exclusive book signing session on Friday 10 October 2025. The event will take place in the Great Hall exhibition space outside Karl Lagerfeld from 5 – 7:30 PM.  Gateway is the only shopping centre in Durban to secure a signing session with the Springbok lock, making this a rare opportunity for fans to meet one of rugby’s most...

Big Screen Comeback at Gateway Theatre of Shopping

Renovations near completion as Nu Metro prepares to open state-of-the-art cinema Movie lovers in KwaZulu-Natal can look forward to the return of the big screen, as work nears completion on the reopening of the cinemas at Gateway Theatre of Shopping. The much-anticipated upgraded cinema, operated by Nu Metro, is set to launch in the month of October and will introduce an entirely elevated entertainment experience. Cinema reimagined The previous cinema’s closure left a noticeable gap...

Umhlanga Comes Together for Cancer

This past weekend, Gateway Theatre of Shopping became a gathering point for Umhlanga locals who came together to remember, reflect and rally together in support of those affected by cancer. The centre collaborated with “Living with Cancer SA” as part of a national campaign marking International Cancer Survivors Day, with a central message: Your Cancer Counts. In a deeply moving show of unity, shoppers were invited to write the names of loved ones impacted by cancer...

Meet Bluey at Gateway!

Calling all Bluey fans! The loveable, energetic blue heeler is making her first-ever trip to Durban, and there’s only one place to meet her: Gateway Theatre of Shopping. From Tuesday 29 April to Sunday 4 May, families can enjoy an exclusive Bluey meet and greet experience, offering children the magical opportunity to see their favourite pup in real life. This exciting event will take place daily from 12 noon till 4 PM  in the food...

Gateway Triumphs at Footprint Marketing Awards

Gateway Theatre of Shopping has once again cemented its reputation as a leader in retail marketing, winning three gold, six silver, and one bronze awards at the prestigious Footprint Marketing Awards. As the only centre in the province to win three gold awards, these accolades recognise Gateway’s ability to create standout experiential campaigns that captivate shoppers and enhance the retail experience. Hosted annually by the South African Council of Shopping Centres, the Footprint Awards celebrate...

Find the Perfect Gift at Gateway Theatre of Shopping

Nike Air Jordan 1 MID  Inspired by the original AJ1, this mid-top edition maintains the iconic look you love while choice colours and crisp leather give it a distinct identity. R2699.99       Nike Vomero 17  Maximum cushioning provides a comfortable ride for everyday runs, with a dual-density midsole made with a combination of ZoomX underfoot and Cushlon 3.0 foam throughout, and a new engineered mesh upper offers more breathability. R3299.99     BarbieTM...

Feel the Magic of the Holidays at Gateway

Gateway Theatre of Shopping, KwaZulu-Natal’s premiere shopping and entertainment destination, is gearing up for a spectacular festive season, offering visitors an experience filled with joy, creativity, and fun experiences. Throughout December, shoppers can enjoy an enthralling LEGO® activation, magical festive décor photo opportunities, interactive family fun activities, extended trading hours, live musical performances, photographs with Santa and exciting new stores, all designed to make this holiday season a truly memorable one for everyone. LEGO® Gift the superpower of...