Tantalize your taste buds: Dive into a boerielicious journey of traditional South African food and drinks, warming your soul with every bite.
Family fun in the sun: Bring the whole crew! Many of the venues will be family friendly, especially the outdoors venues. They will have dedicated kids’ areas with activities and entertainment that will keep the little ones smiling.
3-4 electrifying acts per festival: Get ready for an energy-packed day of music that will keep you dancing for hours.
Support small businesses: Discover unique products and services from South African entrepreneurs, fostering a spirit of community and collaboration.
But, the Shongololo Shuffle isn’t just about the music and fun. It’s about bridging continents, building relationships, and creating opportunities.
The Shongololo Shuffle: Desert Edition!
Get ready to shimmy your shoulders and shake your boude under the desert sun at the Shongololo Shuffle: Desert Edition! This vibrant music festival is bringing the best of South African beats to the UAE, with eleven weekends of non-stop fun spread across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, RAK and Al Ain throughout 2024 and 2025.
Locations:
Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah,
Fridays: Dubai – 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM
(catered to family & the nightlife crowd)
Saturdays: Abu Dhabi – 4:00 PM to 02:00 AM
(earlier hours to attract families)
Mark your calendars for these 11 upcoming dates:
2024: May, June, September, October, November
2025: February, May, June, September, October, November
Expect up to 500 Saffas at the indoor events and over 1000 South Africans for the outdoor events
Line-up: A mix of legends and the hottest new talent. Imagine the energy of Bok van Blerk, Majozi, Riaan Benade, Loufi, Karen Zoid, Jeremy Loops, Emo Adams, Early B, Fokofpolisiekar, Eloff, Nataniel, Biggy, Heuwels Fantasties, Jack Parrow, Matthew Mole and a few surprise appearances!
DJs: We’ll bring on those DJs who know how to take the party from simmer to explosion, blending the hottest South African tunes with global dancefloor anthems.
More than Music: Pop-up experiences celebrating South African arts and culture, art exhibits, mini-market featuring local crafts! Discover unique products and services from South African
entrepreneurs, fostering a spirit of community and collaboration.
Kiddos Corner: We haven’t forgotten about the little ones!
The outdoor events will all be family friendly! A dedicated kids’ area will keep them entertained with face painting, games, and loads of fun.
We haven’t forgotten about the little ones! The outdoor events will all be family friendly! A dedicated kids’ area will keep them entertained with face painting, games, and loads of fun.
Mabula Entertainment demonstrates its commitment to animal welfare through a unique initiative. For each ticket sold, 10 AED goes towards purchasing pet food, delivered by the entire team to a different animal shelter each Monday after the shows.
