Your DStv Delicious Festival 2025 guide: dates, lineup, venue & prices

The DStv Delicious Festival is a highly anticipated South African event that brings together world-class entertainment and culinary experiences. It is one of the country’s premier lifestyle events, attended by over 40,000 people with performances from both local and international talents.

Key takeaways

• DStv Delicious Festival returns to Johannesburg in September 2025.
• The annual event was launched in South Africa in 2013 and is currently in its 12th edition.
• The festival will feature a talented line-up of local and international artists across multiple stages, including multi-Grammy-winning star Ms. Lauryn Hill and rapper-singer Don Toliver.

DStv Delicious Festival 2025 dates and venue

The 12th edition of the DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival will be a two-day event held over Heritage Month on Saturday, 20 September 2025, and Sunday, 21 September 2025.

It will take place at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in Johannesburg, South Africa. The venue can hold up to 100,000 people.

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DStv Delicious Festival 2025 Saturday artist line-up

Saturday will be headlined by American rapper and singer Don Toliver, whose real name is Caleb Zachery Toliver. The Houston-born artist rose to fame in 2018 after featuring on Travis Scott’s hit, Can’t Say, from the album Astroworld. He has also released hits like No Idea and After Party.

Toliver will be performing in South Africa for the first time. He will share the stage with SA hip-hop star Kwesta and the iconic duo Inkabi Zewe, composed of Sjava and Big Zulu.

DStv Delicious Festival 2025 Sunday artist line-up

Sunday’s main headliner will be the legendary Ms. Lauryn Hill. She will be joined on stage by her long-time collaborator and fellow member of The Fugees, rapper Wyclef Jean. Lauryn will also be accompanied by her sons, YG Marley and Zion Marley, as they celebrate the Miseducation of Lauryn Hill 25th Anniversary Tour.

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Other Sunday artists include:

• Afro-soul queen Lira
• Afro-Jazz star Mandisi Dyantyis
• Zoë Modiga
• Afro-house music legend Oskido

Speaking of Oskido, the Kalawa Jazmee co-founder is also set to host his second annual Oskido's Big Day Festival, headlined by some of the country's most celebrated stars.

Scheduled for 29 November, Oskido told Briefly News journalist Moroba Maepa that the event was about celebrating South African heritage:

"We’re going back to the roots, but we’re not leaving the future behind. This festival is about celebrating who we are - through the music that made us, and the people who shaped our sound."

The DStv Delicious stage will also be lit by the Gospel star choir, Joyous Celebration Rewind, with selected alumni, including the award-winning Khaya Mthetwa.

The Channel O Dance Stage lineup

The festival's Channel O Dance Stage offers electrifying live performances and dance to legendary live acts. The popular event promises to showcase a vibrant mix of international and local DJs and performers across various genres like:

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• Amapiano
• Kwaito
• Gqom
• Hip-hop
• Afro-tech
• House music

The Saturday Channel O Dance Stage lineup will have legends like: Oscar Mbo, Ashoju, Kamo Mphela, Distruction Boyz, Masterpiece YVK, Uncool MC, and Rap Academy.

The Sunday dance floor will be reimagined by Sandy Rivera (Kings of Tomorrow), Lulo Cafe, DJ Tira, Vinny, DJ Fresh, KenZero, and DJ Kabila.

How much are the tickets for DStv Delicious Festival?

DStv Delicious Festival 2025 ticket prices vary. Early bird tickets cost:

• General admission: R650
• Delicious Lounge: R2,500
• The all-inclusive Injabulo Lounge on The Terrace (VIP): R8,350

All tickets are available for purchase on Ticketmaster South Africa. Remember that all ticket sales on the platform are final and non-refundable.

DStv Delicious Festival contacts

Inquiries about the annual festival can be made to the organisers using the following contact details:

• Marketing email: Funeka@massive.management
• Food vendors email: info@deliciousfestival.com
• General inquiries email: info@deliciousfestival.com
• Ticketing: tickets@massive.management
• Delicious info: deliciousinfo@massive.management
• Tel (Kyalami): +27 (0) 11 466 0204

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Who is the owner of DStv Delicious Festival?

The DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival was co-founded by Lloyd Cornwall and Massive Management's CEO, Tom Pearson-Adams. It is powered by LottoStar and presented in partnership with DStv. Other sponsors include Telkom, Mercedes-Benz, Coke Studio, Sensodyne, Channel O, and Flight Centre.

Why Janet Jackson was replaced during DStv Delicious Festival 2024

Janet Jackson was replaced by Jason Derulo and Busta Rhymes at the DStv Delicious Festival in 2024. She withdrew from the festival following the death of her brother, Tito Jackson of The Jackson 5. The singer was originally set to headline the Saturday stage alongside Cassper Nyovest, Thandiswa Mazwai, Yanga, Boom Shaka, and Focalistic.

Wrapping up

The DStv Delicious Festival in 2025 promises a vibrant weekend of music, food, fashion, and culture. Ensure you get your tickets early if you are planning to attend the iconic event to see your favourite acts light up the Johannesburg stage.

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Source: Briefly News