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Tuesday, October 20, 2020

FIRST OFFICIAL SOUTH AFRICA DRIVE-IN CONCERT

The highly-anticipated South Africa Drive In Concert Experience, the first of its kind on the continent, was formally announced by a local collective of the city’s top promoters and supported by Gagasi FM.

This Government regulated three-day festival is set to comply with all COVID restrictions is taking place from October 22 until October 24, 2020, at the Greyville Racecourse.

With live music by the legendary Zakes Bantwini, Durban’s finest DJ Tira and DJ Sox, a series of dynamic cinematic experiences to Comic Relief.

The SA Drive In Concert is the future of outdoor festivals and the current answer to re-opening the entertainment economy and provide a safer way to experience outdoor events.

“We pride ourselves in creating tailor made events that music lovers can enjoy. Over the past decade we as an organisation have strived to curating entertainment experiences” says SA Drive In committee member, Kgolo Mthembu, while his colleague, DJ Sox, added, “The current Government regulations has crippled not just our businesses but the entire entertainment industry. With the introduction of the Drive In Festival, operating under strict measures, we are hoping to open financial opportunities for the industry again.”

The entire experience prides itself on a contactless event from ticketing to entry and even the purchasing of food and beverages. The organisers have taken all measures to ensure patrons are safe, comfortable with unlimited options of entertainment.

“With large gatherings being categorised as high risk, we as the stakeholders in the entertainment space need to rethink and invent new ways to make these live events work” stated artist and festival promoter Zakhele Madida. “This innovative festival was created to help relieve financial stress for so many”.

Tickets are available for each selected performance and prices range from R500 to R1,500. Available online at Webtickets and at Pick n Pay stores nationwide.

The South Africa Drive In Concert takes place at Greyville Racecourse in Durban from 1800 to 21h00 as follows:.

October 22 (Thursday) – Comedy Show

October 23 (Friday) - Live Entertainment

October 24 (Saturday) - Cinema

 

For the latest updates, check out the following social media platforms:

Facebook         @DRIVEINCONCERT_SA

Instagram        @DRIVEINCONCERT_SA

Website           https://sadriveinconcert.co.za/

 

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For enquiries or information, link to Webtickets on: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1502951350