We said that we’re taking over Jozi and we meant it! Superbalist In The City has launched a series of #SxITC2016 Lead-up Events this September and October, to gear up Jozi for the biggest party weekend this summer come 7, 8 and 9 October.
Whether your vibe is a bicycle ride through downtown Jozi, a rock ‘n roll Secret Sunset or a spot of croquet, we’ve got your pre-Superbalist In The City Weekend plans sorted. Book one, book all and remember that most Lead-Up Events are FREE to #SxITC2016 ticket holders, so make sure you get yours.
Here is your #SxITC2016 Lead-up Events calendar:
#SxITC2016 Tattoo Roulette
When: Sunday 11 September
Time: 12pm – 4pm
Venue: Fallen Heroes, Parkhurst
Love living on the edge? Are you an ink fiend? Do you have the courage to join us on Sunday 11 September for the #SxITC2016 Tattoo Roulette? Twelve of SA’s leading designers, artists and influencers including Jana + Koos, The Bread, Grassy Spark and Marchand have designed money-can’t-buy tattoos especially for Superbalist In The City! Share the event on your own Facebook page and dare one friend by @tagging them to take up the challenge – don’t forget to include #SxITC2016. The first 36 people to share the event will be given the chance to blindly select one on 11 September and there’s no backing out! Each lucky chosen tattoo recipient can bring one friend for an afternoon of surprise inking, Dutch courage and music.
*Only for #SxITC2016 ticket holders. Share the event, @tag one friend and use the hashtag #SxITC2016
**36 Spots available.
#SxITC2016 PUMA Fishtail Rides
When: Sunday 18 September
Time: 11am – 5pm
Venue: Great Dane, Braamfontein
PUMA Fishtail Rides is back! Bring your own bicycle or hop on one of Puma’s free ones, only available for #SxITC2016 ticket holders. Join hundreds of cyclists and see the city like never before. PUMA will lead you through the streets of Jozi, stopping off at cultural and historical monuments along the way. End your cycle tour with some ice-cold cocktails, a sizzling braai and giveaways while the decks heat-up with back-to-back DJs.
*FREE bicycles and a welcome drink for #SxITC2016 ticket holders only. Only 20 bikes available, first come first served.
** The general public are invited to bring their own bikes and join the ride.
#SxITC2016 Bioscope Movie Night
When: Wednesday 21 September
Time: 7pm – 9pm
Venue: Bioscope Cinema, Braamfontein
Ever wanted to have your very own cinema night with your favourite movie? Superbalist In The City is putting the power in your hands! Show your love and vote for your favourite movie from our selection of five and we will handle the rest! The movie that gets the most love will be screened at The Bioscope, complete with ticket giveaways on the night. And you’ll get treated to some free popcorn from Virgin Mobile. Once the most popular movie has been selected we will open up registration and the first 60 people to register will secure a spot.
*Only for #SxITC2016 ticket holders, registration will open once the most popular movie has been selected.
**60 seats available.
#SxITC2016 Between 10 & 5 Lawn Games
When: Saturday 24 September
Time: 1pm – 6pm
Venue: Emmarentia Dam
Prepare for a classic morning of lawn games at our beautiful concert venue, Emmarentia Dam. Grab your friends and make a team of five for some friendly competition. With prizes and #SxITC2016 tickets up for grabs, and Virgin Mobile refreshments, you better start practicing your croquet.
*Open to the general public, registration at: https://lawngames.nutickets.co.za
That’s not all: we have 4 more #SxITC2016 Lead-Up events… We told you we were taking over your city this year!
Book Your Tickets To The #SxITC2016 Weekend Music Experience:
This year Superbalist In the City expands to a three-day city takeover music experience. Three separate events will cater for lovers of electronic, house, urban and hip-hop, indie and everything in between, all under the banner of the Superbalist In the City Weekend.
Friday 7 October: Superbalist In The City AND Liftoff
Venue: AND Club, 39A Gwigwi Mrwebi Street, Newtown.
Genre: Electro, deep house and techno.
Times: 9pm – 4am.
Launch Ticket Price: R120.
Featuring: Eats Everything, Zolabuddé, Sound Sensible, Andi Dill, Ricardo Da Costa, 2lani The Warrior and Keren Onay.
*Launch tickets are limited.
Saturday 8 October: Superbalist in the City presents the Virgin Mobile Braam Beach Party
Venue: Juta Street, Braamfontein.
Genre: Hip-hop, house and urban.
Times: 3.30pm – 12am
Ticket Price: R150.
Featuring: AKA, Riky Rick, DJ Tira, Stilo Magolide, Atjazz, PH, DJ Capital, Jullian Gomes, Shekhinah and Melo B Jones.
#BraamBeachParty
Sunday 9 October: Superbalist In The City Concert
Venue: Emmarentia Dam, Emmarentia.
Genre: Indie, rock & hip-hop.
Times: 10am – 6pm.
Launch Ticket Price: R495*.
Featuring: Foster the People, Mac Miller, Beardyman and other acts still to be announced.
*Launch tickets are limited.
Create your Superbalist In the City Weekend experience: Choose the festival events that suit your vibe or go big with the full Weekend launch ticket for only R700. Launch tickets are limited.
Buy your tickets online now: http://bit.ly/ITCWeekend
Dates: 7 – 9 October 2016
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