The Weekend of Marvels: Savanna’s Bold New Take on Durban July

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Savanna Premium Cider is making its boldest statement yet, taking over the Hollywoodbets Durban July weekend from Friday, 4 July, to Sunday, 6 July, with The Weekend of Marvels — an exclusive celebration of fashion, comedy, crisp cider, and the people who make Mzansi magical.

With three premium moments planned, Savanna is redefining “premium” with its signature crisp, dry humour and a flair for style. From the golden-hour Savanna Pre‑Race Affair to the trackside Neat Speakeasy and a laid‑back Sunday Soiree, every experience is designed to honor the true Marvels of Mzansi.

A New Level of VVIP
The weekend kicks off Friday with the Savanna Pre‑Race Affair, hosted at the luxurious Savanna Manor — an exclusive haven for the brand’s most valued guests. Expect golden‑hour glam, crisp cider served neat, and comedy cameos to set the tone for a weekend unlike any other.

A Speakeasy Like No Other
On Saturday, the scene shifts to Greyville Racecourse, where invited guests can discover the Neat Speakeasy in the Chaise Lounge. Here, race‑day thrills blend seamlessly with live commentary, comedy cameos from Madame Wae Jae Papa Na (Comedian of the Year), Celeste Ntuli, and The Givahs — featuring comedian Mpho Popps, actor and media personality Moshe Ndiki, and voiceover star Farieda Metsileng.

  • Savanna Premium Cider will host three premium moments — the Pre‑Race Affair, Neat Speakeasy, and Sunday Soiree — making its biggest mark yet at the Hollywoodbets Durban July.
  • The brand’s fashion collaboration with designer Nao Serati delivers bold, witty looks that redefine traditional race‑day style.
  • The Weekend of Marvels showcases a blend of comedy, fashion, and crisp cider, spotlighting Mzansi’s culture and talent.

A Chic Sunday Soirée
The festivities wrap up on Sunday with the Savanna Sunday Soiree — a crisp, laid‑back gathering at Savanna Manor, reimagining the traditional beach party with dry humour and unmistakable flair.

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Fashion as a Statement
At this year’s Hollywoodbets Durban July, Savanna also delivers its boldest fashion statement yet, unveiling the Marvels of Mzansi collection in collaboration with rising South African designer Nao Serati. This striking line redefines race‑day fashion, blending bold design and sharp humour to celebrate local flair and disrupt traditional race‑day looks.

“Dry, Stylish, and Deeply Rooted in Our Culture”
“This year, we’re redefining how Savanna does the Hollywoodbets Durban July,” says Kayla Hendricks, Marketing Communication Manager at Savanna. “The Weekend of Marvels is Savanna’s boldest presence yet — a headline‑making fashion statement, a trackside speakeasy, a comedy takeover, and a crisp summer soirée. It’s dry, stylish, and deeply rooted in the culture that makes Mzansi magical.”

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Join the Celebration
Follow the crisp, dry chaos online via @SavannaCider and tag your moments with #SiyavannaSA for a chance to win an invite.

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