Everything You Need To Know Ahead of ULTRA South Africa 2026
The countdown is officially on for one of the biggest weekends on the local music calendar, as ULTRA South Africa returns in 2026 with two back-to-back shows set to light up Johannesburg and Cape Town.
Whether you are a seasoned Ultranut or a first-time raver, being prepared is key. Here is everything you need to know ahead of this year’s ULTRA South Africa festival:
Two Cities, One Massive Long Weekend
The 11th edition of the iconic festival will take place in Johannesburg at the Expo Centre Nasrec on Saturday, 25 April 2026 and in Cape Town at The Ostrich on Sunday, 26 April 2026. Doors open at 14:00 and the festival runs until 02:00 the following morning, with the Monday public holiday giving Ultranauts the perfect chance to recover.
World-Class Line-up & Multiple Stages
This year’s festival features a stellar international and local line-up, including global heavyweights John Summit, DJ Snake, Axwell, and a special Afrojack b2b R3habset. The festival will feature multiple stages, each offering a unique experience. The Main Stage will host the many of the international headliners, while the RESISTANCE Stage will deliver a world-class roster of underground headliners, including New York legend Dennis Ferrer, South African powerhouse Shimza, CAIIRO B3B DA CAPO B3B ENOO NAPA, Major League, Kitty Amor & more.
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In Johannesburg, the festival expands to four stages. Alongside the Main Stage and RESISTANCE, The Groove Room returns to celebrate the continent’s most influential sounds with a stacked African electronic dance music line-up featuring Liquideep, Scorpion Kings, DBN Gogo, Zee Nxumalo, Oscar Mbo, Que DJ x DJ Lag, Sun-El Musician, 2shoes, Lelowhatsgood, and Slow Poison. The UMF Radio x Confessions Stage will host boundary-pushing sounds with Dean Fuel, CINIMIN, Chunda Munki, Vimo, Connie, Aidin Caye, Mia, Skelm, Jevan Binder, and Threemanweave. View the full lineup online here.
Limited Tickets Still Available
Ticket’s for the 11th edition of the festival are flying, but there are limited tickets still available for purchase. General Access is available from R1,095, VIP from R2,000 and a special VVIP ticket option for festivalgoers in Johannesburg from R5,500. Those wanting to elevate their ULTRA South Africa experience and book an exclusive VVIP table can email tables@ultrasouthafrica.com. Tickets are on sale now here.
Travel Smart: Park & Ride In Johannesburg and Cape Town
For festivalgoers, the official Park & Ride service offers a convenient and stress-free way to get to and from the event. Your Park & Ride ticket includes return coach transport and free undercover parking at designated departure points across Johannesburg, Pretoria and Cape Town. Buses will depart at 14:00 and 16:00, with return trips scheduled for 22:00, 24:00 and 02:00, ensuring a smooth, safe and efficient journey. Park & Ride tickets are available here.
Top Up
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Designed for a Seamless Festival Experience
ULTRA South Africa 2026 will offer a safe and well-equipped environment with friendly security staff, information booths, on-site ATMs, First Aid / Medical services, ample restroom facilities, and more. From arrival to final set, every detail has been carefully considered to ensure a safe, enjoyable and world-class festival experience.
With just days to go, ULTRA South Africa 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most memorable editions yet, bringing together global sounds, local talent and thousands of fans for a weekend that captures the true spirit of electronic music.
ULTRA South Africa 2026 Tickets Selling Fast
As excitement for the 11th edition of ULTRA South Africa builds, tickets have been selling fast and Ultranauts are encouraged to get their tickets before they sell out.
- Johannesburg –
- Saturday, 25 April 2026 at Expo Centre at Nasrec
- Tickets available from R1195 here
- Cape Town –
- Sunday, 26 April 2026 at The Ostrich
- Tickets available from R1095 here
For those wanting to elevate their ULTRA South Africa experience and book an exclusive VVIP table, please email tables@ultrasouthafrica.com.
All prices include VAT.
The full lineup can be found here.
Stay connected to Ultra South Africa on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for lineup announcements, exciting updates, and sneak peeks into the tenth-anniversary celebration. #UltraSA2026
About Ultra South Africa
ULTRA South Africa is Africa’s largest electronic music festival and is part of Ultra Music Festival’s worldwide expansion which is now present in twenty countries. ULTRA South Africa is a single day event taking place in two cities (Johannesburg and Cape Town). Having debuted in 2014, ULTRA South Africa is one of the longest standing world editions of the festival.
ULTRA Worldwide
ULTRA Worldwide continues to cement its status as the most international music festival brand. Boasting active events on all six inhabited continents, including the flagship Ultra Music Festival in Miami, the global festival brand is heralded for delivering an unparalleled combination of top-tier electronic talent, cutting-edge technology and large-scale productions.
