{"id":3356,"date":"2026-11-13T17:44:55","date_gmt":"2026-11-13T15:44:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=196346"},"modified":"2026-11-13T17:44:55","modified_gmt":"2026-11-13T15:44:55","slug":"soweto-gets-a-new-summer-lifestyle-festival-as-sugar-people-friends-celebrates-its-first-birthday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/myza.co.za\/events\/soweto-gets-a-new-summer-lifestyle-festival-as-sugar-people-friends-celebrates-its-first-birthday\/","title":{"rendered":"Soweto Gets a New Summer Lifestyle Festival as Sugar People & Friends Celebrates Its First Birthday"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Soweto\u2019s December entertainment calendar will welcome a new addition when Sugar People & Friends stages its first birthday festival at Soweto Country Club, Pimville, on 19 and 20 December 2026. The two-day event will bring together an established line-up of South African artists, live music, contemporary sounds and a curated food offering, introducing a high-calibre festival experience to the township.<\/p>\n

The first phase of the line-up features Mandisi Dyantyis, Oscar Mbo, Mdu Masilela and Thabo Smol. A notable highlight will be Mandisi Dyantyis, who is set to perform in Soweto for the first time, bringing his distinctive jazz and soul repertoire to the weekend.<\/p>\n

The festival opens on Saturday with Back to Msotra, a nod to the township\u2019s dance culture and the sounds that have shaped South African dance floors. Expect amapiano, DJs, energetic performances and a distinctly youthful summer atmosphere, with streetwear setting the tone for the day.<\/p>\n

Sunday\u2019s programme shifts to a more sophisticated musical offering with Sugar People Unplugged, featuring award-winning artist Mandisi Dyantyis and acclaimed DJ and producer Oscar Mbo. Blending live jazz, soul and contemporary house, the experience brings together distinct musical styles in a grown-and-sexy setting, complemented by a curated food offering and considered hospitality.<\/p>\n

For Sugar People Culture Manager Siphiwe Seme, staging the festival in Soweto is as much about recognising the township\u2019s cultural contribution as it is about creating something that people can enjoy without having to leave home.<\/p>\n

\u201cSoweto has shaped South Africa\u2019s music, food, fashion and social culture for generations. With Sugar People & Friends, we want to honour that influence by creating an exceptional experience right here at home. Our first birthday is a celebration of the people who have supported us, and an invitation for visitors to experience Soweto\u2019s warmth, creativity and hospitality,\u201d says Seme.<\/p>\n

Food will have its own place in the programme, with the menu taking its cues from seven colours, township favourites and the familiar ritual of sharing a meal. The intention is to retain the flavours people know while giving the presentation and dining experience a considered touch.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe want the menu to reflect the flavours and generosity we grew up with: food that brings people together. We\u2019re drawing inspiration from seven colours, familiar township favourites and the tradition of sharing a meal, interpreted through Sugar People\u2019s approach to presentation and hospitality. It should feel rooted in Soweto, with something exciting to discover,\u201d says Seme.<\/p>\n

The festival site will feature a purpose-built raised deck and transparent dome, adding a distinctive visual element to the setting. Organisers anticipate welcoming up to 1500 guests per day, with event planning also accounting for security, medical support, emergency exits and wheelchair-accessible routes.<\/p>\n

With two different experiences across one weekend, Sugar People & Friends is looking to bring together audiences who appreciate South African music, good food and the social energy that makes Soweto such an important part of the country\u2019s cultural fabric.<\/p>\n

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Sugar People & Friends \u2013 The First Birthday Festival<\/p>\n

Dates: 19\u201320 December 2026<\/p>\n

Venue: Soweto Country Club, Pimville, Soweto<\/p>\n

Tickets and VIP Packages: Howler<\/p>\n

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