Johannesburg, South Africa — It’s official: Cotton Fest 2025 is on, and the long-awaited Phase One artist line-up has finally dropped! Taking over The Station in Newtown, Johannesburg, on Saturday, 26 April 2025, the festival returns with a fresh new energy while staying true to its urban culture roots.
Founded to unite diverse music styles and street cultures, Cotton Fest continues to celebrate South African youth culture through music, fashion, sport, and art — an unapologetic playground for creative expression.
Heavy-Hitters And Rising Stars
The festival will feature three dynamic stages — each curated to reflect the pulse of Joburg’s underground and mainstream scenes:
- The Cotton Fest Stage
- The Bunker Stage (powered by Play Energy)
- The Lot Stage (powered by Jägermeister)
And this year’s Phase One artist line-up already reads like a greatest hits list:
A-Reece, Cassper Nyovest, Kabza De Small, DBN Gogo, Blxckie, Focalistic, Kamo Mphela, K.O, Okmalumkoolkat, Vigro Deep, Young Stunna, and dozens more.
With over 100 acts in total expected, phase two will likely dial it up even further.
Note: Line-up is subject to change
The Lifestyle Festival Experience
Cotton Fest goes beyond live music, delivering a multi-sensory experience through:
- The Tuckshop: Festival retail store
- Sports Arena: Skateboarding showcases and contests
- University Cafeteria: Food stalls with diverse menus
- Customisation Stations
- Live Art Installations
The event remains a testament to founder Riky Rick’s legacy, embodying the mantra: “We Never Die. We Multiply.”
Festival Details
Date: 26 April 2025
Venue: The Station (Carr Street & Nelson Mandela Bridge, Newtown, Johannesburg)
Tickets: From R350
Bookings: cottonfest.co.za, Webtickets, or Pick n Pay outlets nationwide.
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