ULTRA South Africa returns in 2025 to celebrate ten years of world‑class dance music and unrelenting energy across two vibrant cities. On Friday, 9 May 2025, The Ostrich in Cape Town will kick off the festival, before Johannesburg’s Expo Centre at Nasrec lights up on Saturday, 10 May 2025. This milestone edition promises the biggest—and boldest—ULTRA South Africa yet.
A Decade of Dance Music Excellence
Since its 2014 debut, ULTRA South Africa has become a cornerstone of the African festival calendar, attracting international superstars and homegrown pioneers alike. As one of the longest‑running ULTRA editions globally, it has consistently delivered unforgettable moments—and this tenth anniversary is set to outshine them all.
Headliners Who Define a Decade
- Main Stage: Dutch trance maestro Armin van Buuren, hard‑trap powerhouse ISOxo and the genre‑blending KSHMR will headline, while Martin Garrix—who closed the very first ULTRA SA—returns for a full‑circle moment.
- RESISTANCE Stage: Dive deep into underground sounds with melodic techno innovator Massano, the hypnotic Italian duo Mind Against, and Shimza’s homecoming in Johannesburg.
Beyond the Headliners
A dynamic roster of rising stars and established icons will heat up both venues: Gil Glaze, Culoe de Song, Da Capo, DBN GOGO, DJ Lag, Dlala Thukzin, Fiona Kraft, Herdroom, Kabza de Small, Maphorisa, Mörda, Oscar Mbo, Sona, Vigro Deep—and more.
Johannesburg Exclusive: Two More Stages
- The Groove Room spotlights South Africa’s amapiano and afrobeats vanguards: Kabza de Small, Maphorisa, DBN GOGO, Dlala Thukzin, Oscar Mbo, DJ Lag, 2wo Bunnies, Mörda, Thakzin, Vigro Deep, Omagoqa and Lelowhatsgood.
- The Clubhouse offers an intimate vibe with forward‑thinking electronic sets from Jevan Binder, Shamiso, Da Capo, Kasango, Mpho.Wav, Darque, Tristan Urwin, A.ND, Son of Dennis and Buhle.
Tickets Are Moving Fast
Early Rewind and Tier 1 releases sold out in just 15 minutes—ULTRA South Africa’s fastest ever. Don’t wait: secure your place now.
- General Access: From R 995 (limited)
- VIP: From R 2 000 (limited)
- VVIP (Johannesburg only): From R 5 500; exclusive tables via tables@ultrasouthafrica.com
Purchase at https://ultrasouthafrica.com/
“Our 10th anniversary is a celebration of resilience, community and culture,” says Shaun Duwe, ULTRA South Africa Organiser. “Thanks to our fans’ passion, our team’s dedication and the incredible artists who’ve graced our stages, we’ve built something extraordinary. The 2025 edition will be a landmark moment for Africa’s dance‑music movement.”
After a decade of sold‑out events and groundbreaking performances, ULTRA South Africa remains the definitive showcase of global and African talent—drawing music lovers from every corner of the continent and beyond.
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