DURBAN - The Independent on Saturday’s guide to some of the best parties lined up for the 2018 Vodacom Durban July.
Remember to carry many outfit changes because there are a load of fab VDJ pre-parties, parties and after-parties lined up.
Entry Tickets: General entrance tickets to the Greyville Racecourse cost R220.
Weapons, illegal substances, alcohol, gazebos, chairs, umbrellas, braais and drones are not allowed into the venue, or any marquees. General entrance tickets do not allow access into private marquees.
Pre-parties:
Creme De La Creme VDJ Pre-Party: At Barrio restaurant in uMhlanga Ridge (Shop 7, 12 On Palm Boulevard), the pre-party features Fistazmixwell, Fresh, Vini da Vinci, DJ Bongani, Maboi and Ocean. Tickets R300 at Computicket.
Party On The Beach VDJ Pre-Party: Moyo beach bar and pier, at uShaka, starts the party from 7pm on the Durban July eve to start the Durban July weekend. Live artists and DJs including Okmalumkoolkat, Fistaz Mixwell, Sox and DJ Lag, Websta, Stanky, Jnr B and Sonic Nag will be playing. Tickets cost R150 at Computicket.
DJ Tira
Eyadini Lounge Pre-Party:
Eyadini Lounge pre-party stars Lerato Kganyago, DJ Malwela, Mo Flava, Shimza and Naked. From 4pm on July 6. Tickets from R100 at Computicket.
Absolute Florida: On Florida Road, a pre-party featuring DJ Sox, Stanky, Jnr B, Sonic, Funkysoul and more. Tickets from R200 at the door.
On the day party marquees:
Afrotainment VDJ Marquee 2018: Afrotainment Marquee, hosted by DJ Tira, is touted as the venue to be seen at. Host DJ Tira, AKA, Sjava, Distruction Boyz, Tresor, Naak Musiq, Bhashkar, DJ Cndo, PH, Da Capo and Rocksilver are set to perform. R45000 buys a VIP table, while lounge tickets at R2250 include three complimentary sponsor drinks, complimentary snacks for lunch and a buffet dinner, and entertainment throughout the day. Booking at Computicket.
AKA
Amstel Boomtown: Bongo Maffin, Shekhinah, Babes Wodumo, HHP, Dream Team, Shimza, Maphorisa, Da Capo, DJ PH, Major League and DJ Sumbody are set to perform at the 10th anniversary Amstel Boomtown marquee. Package tickets from R2500 to R3500 will get you bar facilities, complimentary drinks, a complimentary buffet lunch and dinner. General area tickets cost R690. For group bookings contact David Airey on 083 564 9400 or e-mail him on [email protected]. Bookings at Computicket.
Ayepyep Lifestyle Marquee:
Pretoria comes to Durban with the Ayepyep Lifestyle Marquee, hosting entertainment such as DJ Sumbody, Slip Inc, Fistaz Mixwell and Major League. R3500 secures a ticket to the VVIP area, which includes finger foods, buffet, champagne, cognac and whisky lounge, while the R2500 VIP ticket gets you cocktails, buffet, champagne and vodka lounge. Bookings at Computicket.
Shekhinah
Durban July Eyadini Experience: Eyadini’s lounge features Cassper Nyovest, AKA, Sjava, Shimza, Tipcee, Babes Wodumo, Distruction Boys, Oskido, Euphonic, Fresh Gayani, DJ Zinhle, Lvovo, among many, many more. VIP tickets cost R2250. Bookings at Computicket.
Gagasi Red Star Experience: The Gagasi FM Red Star Experience makes a comeback this year with Shimza, Zakwe, Busiswa, Professor and Unathi among many others. It includes a fashion show. Tickets range from R400 to R3300. Bookings at Computicket.
Maskandi Durban July Festival: For something not quite at the Greyville Racecourse, but still part of the festivities, the Maskandi Durban July Festival takes place at the Curries Fountain Sports Ground featuring some of the best Maskandi artists including Khuzani, Igcokama Elisha, Thokozani Langa, DSD, and more. General area tickets cost R100, while VIP tickets cost R500 and include platters and drinks. Bookings at Computicket.
Nasty C
Memento’s Lifestyle Marquee: Billed as “a new, fresh dimension to a world-renowned event”. IVIP tickets cost R2500 and include food and selected drinks. Bookings at Computicket.
Pegasus Lounge, Durban: Pegasus Lounge advertises catering and beverages as guests watch the races. A VIP ticket at R4650 includes private bar, full complimentary bar, private toilet and tote facilities, and more. Bookings at Computicket.
The Champagne Life Lounge: Billed as the best viewing deck at the races, the venue hosts Sama winners Tresor and Lady Zama and Sama-nominated SA Hip Hop Da Les. Tickets cost R5175 and include complimentary drinks, snacks, and lunch buffet. Other ticket prices are R4500 and R4950 a person. Contact Mandy on 083 953 0214 or e-mail [email protected].
The Glenlivet Jazztown:
Glenlivet Jazztown, together with Mzansi Magic brings 5-star hospitality with live jazz entertainment. Thandiswa Mazwai, Ringo Madlingozi, Vusi Nova, Nomfundo Xaluva, Bokani Dyer, DJ PH and DJ Bob will be entertaining guests. Tickets cost R4500. Contact David Airey on 083 564 9400 or email [email protected].
After-parties
Fact Durban Rocks: On Durban July day, the party starts at the Peoples Park from 6pm, when DJ Tira, Distruction Boyz, Tipcee, Joocy, Naak Musiq, Duncan, Da Capo, PH, Riky Rick, Nasty C, Okmalumkoolkat, Dladla Mshunqisi, Black Motion, Kwesta and many more perform. Tickets from R150 upwards, bookings at Computicket.
Durban July Block Party 2018: New School and Tiger Tiger clubs merge to host the Durban July Block Party featuring Asante, Huckleberry, Syzo, Jayy Jabs and Knott from 8pm on July 7. Tickets are R90 at Computicket.
Red Carpet After Party, uMhlanga Ridge: Barrio Restaurant hosts a Durban July after party on July 7, from 4pm. Glen Lewis, Choice and Claude, DJ Ali, Maboi and Bongani will perform. Tickets R300 at Computicket.
Danger
Eyadini Lounge: Features Nasty C, Fresh, Sjava, Aka, Dr Malinga, Euphonik and Ganyani at their venue in uMlazi. Tickets at Computicket.
Durban July All-Black Sunday: At the Pavilion Hotel, featuring Sentle Lehoko, Msizi Shembe, DJ Malwela and DJ Shimza. Starts at 6pm on Sunday. Tickets R250 at Computicket.
King Dube DBN July Shutdown: Artist King Dube hosts the #KingDubeDbnShutdown, on Sunday at Whirling Wheels Club (29 Cobham Grove, Stamfordhill). Artists include AKA, Shekhinah, Emtee, Khanye Mbau. Tickets from R150 at Computicket.