9ice Entertainment is thrilled to announce its official partnership with the highly anticipated Jozi Comes Alive Festival 2026.
Stepping in as the official Digital Media Partner, 9ice Entertainment will drive the festival’s digital footprint, capturing and amplifying the sights, sounds, and vibrant heartbeat of Johannesburg’s premier music and lifestyle celebration.
With 9ice Entertainment joining the festival family, attendees and digital audiences can look forward to expanded coverage, exclusive behind-the-scenes content, and immersive storytelling that will ensure the entire city sees, hears, and feels the festival’s energy.
Bringing the City to Life: Event Details & Theme
Brought together by the Now United Group, the Jozi Comes Alive Festival is a multi-genre music and lifestyle experience celebrating Joburg’s unique identity through local talent, trendy streetwear, art, and curated street food.
The theme for the 2026 edition transforms the historic heart of the city into a tropical-inspired urban oasis.
Set against the glittering Johannesburg skyline, the festival serves as a cultural takeover — a movement rooted in self-expression, discovery, and community.
The festival has also officially crowned media personality Zandile G as “The Face of Jozi Comes Alive Festival 2026” to personify the city’s bold style and energy.
- Dates: 5 December 2026
- Venue: Constitution Hill, Braamfontein
- Time: 12:00 PM – 02:00 AM
- Ticketing: Phase 1 tickets are currently live via Howler at R150 for General Access and R250 for VIP (available until 31 October 2026).
Looking Back: A Recap of Last Year
Following the massive success of its previous edition, the Jozi Comes Alive Festival solidified its status as an unmissable staple on the December calendar.
Last year’s gathering united thousands of Joburg’s finest tastemakers, foodies, and fashion enthusiasts.
It celebrated local talent with an unforgettable lineup of live musical performances and showcased the city’s thriving creative scene through vibrant streetwear pop-ups and diverse culinary vendor spaces.
Building on that incredible momentum, the 2026 edition promises to be even bigger, louder, and more deeply connected to the pulse of Johannesburg.
“We are incredibly proud to partner with a festival that represents the true spirit and creativity of Joburg,” said a representative from 9ice Entertainment.
“Our goal as the Digital Media Partner is to capture every unforgettable moment, ensuring that the incredible music, culture, and lifestyle of the Jozi Comes Alive Festival reaches music lovers far and wide.”
For more updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes previews, follow Jozi Comes Alive and 9ice Entertainment on Instagram and secure your festival passes on Howler.
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