Robbie Williams and Green Day are set to rock the Mother City at Calabash 2025, who along with a stellar line-up of local artists will perform electrifying music for 2 days. The City is thrilled to support the second edition of Calabash South Africa on 22 and 23 January 2025 at DHL Stadium.
Robbie Williams and Green Day are set to rock the Mother City at Calabash 2025
Calabash South Africa has established itself as the ultimate international music festival. Known for its diverse line-up, covering genres from pop and rock to electronic and local South African music, Calabash South Africa brings together the biggest artists from across the globe to perform in Cape Town over two days.
“The Mother City is in for an incredible treat as we prepare to welcome some of the world’s most celebrated artists to our shores,” said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, Alderman JP Smith.
Hot off the heels of its inaugural event in 2024, with the likes of Maroon 5 and Meduza, one of Mzansi’s biggest music festivals returns to our shores on 22 and 23 January 2025 at DHL Stadium.
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With an impressive track record, including six of the Top 100 best-selling albums in British history, a staggering 80 million album sales worldwide, and an incredible 14 Number one singles, the sensational Robbie Williams kicks off day one as the headline act.
Smith added, “To ensure the safety of pedestrians and concert-goers, a few roads surrounding DHL Stadium will be closed.”
The Robster, combined with the talents of GoodLuck, Matthew Mole, and Lee Cole, promises an electrifying night of music and memories. Day two makes history as Green Day, a Grammy-winning trio with a three-decade legacy, performs their debut on South African soil featuring anthem hits like “Basket Case” and “American Idiot”. Joining them with infectious energy are punk rock icons The Offspring, and homegrown heroes Fokofpolisiekar.
He says, “The City urges motorists to plan their routes or to steer clear of affected areas that will be closed or congested on event day.”
Getting to DHL Stadium
Several roads in and around the Green Point Precinct will be closed as a result of the event, resulting in traffic congestion.
Residents and motorists are advised that the following roads will be closed from 06:00 until 00:00 on both 22 and 23 January 2025:
- Fritz Sonnenberg Road (between Beach Road / Bay Road and Granger Bay Boulevard)
- Vlei Road (between Helen Suzman Boulevard and Fritz Sonnenberg Road)
“We look forward to welcoming everyone to this historic rock n’ roll event, ensuring a safe and memorable experience for all,” said Smith.
At the Civic Centre, the City will open its parking bays for ticketed concert-goers on a first-come, first-served basis. The parking areas are accessible from Hertzog Boulevard incoming and on Civic Road.
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Calabash South Africa ticket holders can get a free bus from the Civic Centre and Thibault Square to DHL Stadium on Wednesday and Thursday.
ADDITIONAL READING: More details on the shuttle schedule
Park and Ride
Concert-goers are encouraged to make use of the park and ride service, with tickets to be purchased via Ticketmaster.
Park and Ride services will be available from Stellenbosch, Table Bay Mall, Somerset Mall, Canal Walk and Tygervalley Shopping Centre.
Parking
Limited parking is available at DHL Stadium, parking tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster, for those opting to drive. Drop-off and pick-up points for Uber and e-hailing services are at DHL Stadium P13. Tickets for Calabash are still available on Ticketmaster.
Gates open at 15:30, with the show scheduled to start at 18:00.
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