East Londoners and their visitors should keep those coolerboxes and camp chairs close – plenty more fun and festivities are in the air.
National artists and socialites are coming to entertain partygoers with an array of activities, including picnics and music festivals.
Although the Eastern Cape’s signature festive season music extravaganza Buyel’khaya is over, locals and visitors can still look forward to the London Roots Party on December 26 and annual East London Countdown Music Festival on December 31.
The London Roots Party will be hosted by popular choreographer and South African Idols judge Somizi “Somgaga” Mhlongo at Cambridge Police Park.
Organiser Nikita Manqoyi said December 26 was an excellent date for the first annual London Roots Party because there were no other events pencilled in.
“Initially on the 26th East London would host The ’60s Party but they are no more. We are now invading that space. We don’t want people to drive long distances – we’d rather they stay safe and party here.”
Artists performing include AKA, Da LES, Fistaz Mixwell, Kaylow and Pastor of Umhlobo Wenene FM. Gates open at noon.
For those keen to party in the New Year, the Countdown Music Festival is the way to go.
This is its second year, and organisers promise a bigger and better event with more artists.
It will be hosted at Buffalo Park Cricket Stadium on New Year’s Eve starting at 2pm and will continue into the New Year.
National and local artists performing include Professor, Mobi Dixon, Mpumi, Kelly Khumalo, Tsepho Tshola, Revolution, Kyle Deutsch, Shekinnah, Msaki, King Wave, Yoba Unltd, Sizzle and Number.
Organiser Oyama Dyosiba said last year people had the time of their lives.
“Our aim for this year is to make it bigger and better by catering for the whole family with entertainment from house, hip-hop, kwaito, pop and jazz,” Dyosiba said.
He said that after the recognition earned last year the demand was now huge. “The event showcases local talent and brings a collaboration of local and national artists to celebrate the New Year,” he said.
Last year, even though there were light showers, and East London traditionally hadn’t hosted a countdown before, revellers came out in their thousands. Asked about preparations and security measures Dyosiba said they were working closely with Buffalo Park Cricket Stadium management.
“We are much more prepared this year. Security and crowd control is on top of our agenda.
“We want to deliver a great show for people because that is a great way and time to say goodbye to 2015 and welcome 2016 in – by having fun together,” he said.
East London to heat the beat all summer
National artists and socialites are coming to entertain partygoers with an array of activities, including picnics and music festivals.
Although the Eastern Cape’s signature festive season music extravaganza Buyel’khaya is over, locals and visitors can still look forward to the London Roots Party on December 26 and annual East London Countdown Music Festival on December 31.
The London Roots Party will be hosted by popular choreographer and South African Idols judge Somizi “Somgaga” Mhlongo at Cambridge Police Park.
Organiser Nikita Manqoyi said December 26 was an excellent date for the first annual London Roots Party because there were no other events pencilled in.
“Initially on the 26th East London would host The ’60s Party but they are no more. We are now invading that space. We don’t want people to drive long distances – we’d rather they stay safe and party here.”
Artists performing include AKA, Da LES, Fistaz Mixwell, Kaylow and Pastor of Umhlobo Wenene FM. Gates open at noon.
For those keen to party in the New Year, the Countdown Music Festival is the way to go.
This is its second year, and organisers promise a bigger and better event with more artists.
It will be hosted at Buffalo Park Cricket Stadium on New Year’s Eve starting at 2pm and will continue into the New Year.
National and local artists performing include Professor, Mobi Dixon, Mpumi, Kelly Khumalo, Tsepho Tshola, Revolution, Kyle Deutsch, Shekinnah, Msaki, King Wave, Yoba Unltd, Sizzle and Number.
Organiser Oyama Dyosiba said last year people had the time of their lives.
“Our aim for this year is to make it bigger and better by catering for the whole family with entertainment from house, hip-hop, kwaito, pop and jazz,” Dyosiba said.
He said that after the recognition earned last year the demand was now huge. “The event showcases local talent and brings a collaboration of local and national artists to celebrate the New Year,” he said.
Last year, even though there were light showers, and East London traditionally hadn’t hosted a countdown before, revellers came out in their thousands. Asked about preparations and security measures Dyosiba said they were working closely with Buffalo Park Cricket Stadium management.
“We are much more prepared this year. Security and crowd control is on top of our agenda.
“We want to deliver a great show for people because that is a great way and time to say goodbye to 2015 and welcome 2016 in – by having fun together,” he said.
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