The countdown is on for the 12th annual DStv Delicious International Food and Music Festival Powered by LottoStar, happening on 20–21 September at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit. This year’s event blends music, food, and fashion into one unforgettable experience.
The Saturday stage will shine with two of Amapiano’s brightest stars: Kelvin Momo, bringing soulful sounds alongside vocalist Babalwa M, and Zee Nxumalo, whose multi-platinum hits are guaranteed to light up the crowd. They join a global line-up that includes Don Toliver, Kwesta, and Inkabi Zezwe (Big Zulu & Sjava).
A Feast for Every Taste
The Proudly South African Delicious Food Mile is back with a world tour of flavours – from kotas and braai plates to Asian baos, poke bowls, Mediterranean wraps, and sweet treats like Belgian waffles and mini-doughnuts. Expect sizzling local favourites and trending international dishes all in one place.
Here are some foodie highlights festival-goers can look forward to:
- Smoke and Soul – lamb spit wraps, burgers, braai plates, and a township-inspired lamb-and-wors combo.
- The Vegan Chef – crispy vegan burgers, bao buns, ribs, and waffles.
- Fuji Poke Bowls – salmon, tofu, or Korean chicken with crunchy layers.
- We Make Dumplings – pan-fried dumplings, spicy wontons, and udon noodles.
- Dunky Donut Bar – mini-doughnuts, chip twisters, and corndogs.
- Happy Coconut – fresh coconuts straight from Mozambique.
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Supporting Food Entrepreneurs
The festival is about more than music and meals. The Delicious Festival Trader Academy Powered by FoodBev SETA will showcase 11 graduates from its programme for emerging food entrepreneurs. These businesses are gaining training, mentorship, and market access through the platform.
“From day one our mission has been to open doors to opportunity and market access,” says Jean Huddy, Head of Strategy and SMME Support at the Academy. “Seeing 11 graduates debut at the festival is a proud moment for the programme.”
FoodBev SETA CEO Nokuthula Selamolela adds: “This programme proves the power of skills development in action. We’re not just changing businesses, we’re shaping a stronger, more inclusive food and beverage economy for South Africa.”
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Tickets & Access
DStv Rewards members can save 30% on festival tickets – that’s R315 off per day – via the MyDStv App or at DStv.com (while stocks last).
- General Admission: R1 050
- Delicious Lounge: R2 500 (main arena access)
- Injabulo Lounge: R8 350 (all-inclusive Terrace experience)
Tickets are available through Ticketmaster or at www.deliciousfestival.com.
The festival is made possible by partners including LottoStar, Telkom, Mercedes-Benz, Coke Studio, African Bank, Proudly South African, 947, 702, and Stella Artois.
