Johannesburg, South Africa – The countdown is on for one of South Africa’s most anticipated cultural experiences! Cotton Fest 2025 has officially dropped its full artist lineup, and it’s nothing short of legendary. Set to take over The Station in Newtown, Johannesburg, on Saturday, 26th April 2025, this year’s festival promises an electrifying fusion of music, fashion, street culture, and sports.
With 90% of tickets already sold, this is your final call to secure your spot at what promises to be the most unforgettable edition yet. Here’s everything you need to know about Cotton Fest 2025—from the full lineup and ticket details to what to wear and what to expect on the day.
Who’s Performing?
Cotton Fest has always been a melting pot of genres, and this year is no different. From hip-hop and amapiano to house, R&B, trap, and gqom, the festival bridges the gap between generations, featuring over 100 of Mzansi’s hottest acts across three epic stages.
Introducing the full 2025 Cotton Fest line-up:
What to wear?
As much as Cotton Fest is about music, it’s also about the fashion, and the combo’s speaking loudly to each other.
Go for a bold, expressive look that balances style with comfort—think graphic tees, crop tops, or standout jackets paired with baggy jeans, cargo pants, or biker shorts. Fresh sneakers are a must (heels / no heels your call!), and top it off with statement accessories like funky sunglasses, chains, a bucket hat or beanie, and a crossbody bag. Layer up with a flannel or hoodie for when it cools down, and don’t forget festival essentials like sunscreen, a power bank, and wipes.
Whether you’re channeling streetwear, Y2K, or local designer drip, this is the place to go all out—mix patterns, play with textures, and let your fit speak for itself.
This year’s event is powered by: Coke Studio, Youth X by Nedbank, Flying Fish, Extreme, Klipdrift, Johannesburg Housing Company, Jägermeister, Play Energy, Vuse and Velo. Broadcasting Partners are MTV Base and Y.
WHAT ELSE CAN WE EXPECT AT THE FEST
If you are new to Cotton Fest, as always the festival will feature:
The Tuckshop – official Cotton Fest retail fashion store
Sports Arena – with live skateboarding competitions
The University Cafeteria – featuring top local food vendors
Engaging activations with customisation stations + live art installations
Three non-stop music stages powered by some of SA’s biggest lifestyle brands
IMPORTANT COTTON FEST INFO
DATE: Saturday, 26th April 2025
TIME: 12:00 – 02:00
VENUE: The Station (Carr Street & Nelson Mandela Bridge, Newtown, JHB)
TICKETS: Limited tickets available at CottonFest.co.za
PRICE: From R350
TICKETS: HERE
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