HERITAGE FEVER: The Wait is Over, The Party Begins!

By Phumlani Saul

“COME AND ENJOY SOUTH AFRICA’S DIVERSE MUSIC AND CULTURES WHILST CELEBRATING OUR 30 YEARS OF DEMOCRACY!!”

The 3rd much awaited, instalment of the ‘All White Heritage Picnic’ promises, as always, the best production ever with a very strong artists line up. 

 

The event will be held at the Victoria Park in Gqeberha on Sunday 22 September 2024.  The park is situated in the charming neighborhood of South End, just north of the airport. The tranquil park with landscaped gardens, water-lily ponds, a gazebo and a lawn area is the perfect venue for picnicking. The park is also fenced providing a secure environment for everyone.

 

The 3rd All White Heritage Picnic celebrates South Africa’s diverse cultures through music and fashion. Those attending will be geared up in their white outfits adorned to showcase their heritage and culture. This year as we celebrate the country’s 30 years of democracy, we will award the best dressed couple or individual who will stand out in showcasing their cultures.

 

The artist line up boasts the country’s best musician and artists, the world-acclaimed Scopion Kings – DjMaphorisa and Kabza De Small; singer-songwriter – Amanda Black; Afro-Soul singer – Semito; Afro-Pop singer, dancer and actress – Kelly Khumalo; Singer a – songwriter -Zuko Sa; Afro-Soul singer – Simmy and our own very talented Gqeberha artists – Afro-Jazz singer – Asanda Mqiki; R & B and actor from the Gqeberha Empire fame – Likhey Booi; DJ’s -Blackman; Luniko and Docta Musiq.  Somizi and Mafa Bavuma will be the program directors.

 

The ‘All White Heritage Picnic’ is made possible by National Lotteries Commission, Eastern Cape Parks & Tourism Agency, Umhlobo Wenene fm, Tru fm, Nkqubela fm, Madibaz Radio, Ebubeleni Festival, Sandla Black and Mahambehlala Communications.

 

Tickets to the event at Victoria Park are available at Webticket, Pick n Pay and Boxer at R360 for general,R1500 for VIP and R100 for cooler box tickets.  Gates open at 9am, event starts at 11am and ends at 6pm.

 

Bottles, glasses and harmful instruments/weaponswill not be allowed into the park.  Children under the age of 18 will not be permitted. No entry after 4pm and No pass outs.