SA: Spring Fiesta unveils first artist line-up for 2026 festival

The annual South African music festival, now in its 16th year, will once again showcase house and hip hop acts from South Africa and abroad, with additional stage and artist announcements expected in the coming weeks.

The Stay True Sounds stage will feature British producer Atjazz, who is scheduled to perform a back-to-back set with South African DJ and producer Jullian Gomes. The stage will also host performances by Dwson, KUDbEU, Aquatone, Kid Fonque, !Sooks, Nutty Nys, Vinny Da Vinci and DJ Christos (DJ's At Work), Thabo Tonick and Hypaphonik, KVRVBO, Black Villain and Graham Deep.

The Soul Candi Live stage will be headlined by Irish duo Fish Go Deep alongside fellow Irish house DJ Shane Johnson. Other artists confirmed for the stage include Dr Duda featuring special guests, DJ Fresh, Ralf Gum, DJ Mbuso, C-Blak, D.General, DJ Terrance (Music Box), Judy Jay, Nastic Groove and TimADeep, Kali Mija, Jay Em, and Taz Golden with AndileAndy.

The festival's Hip Hop Floor, hosted by DJ Speedsta, will feature performances by Blxckie, Loatinover Pounds, Frank Casino, DJ Sliqe, DJ Capital, DJ Zan D, DJ Fae Fae, Hudson, Lesedi The DJ, Kyotic, Themba Lunacy, Sike The DJ, Fif_Laaa, Courtnaè Paul, Doom It, Zap DJ and 39 Thirty.

Spring Fiesta head of talent Zane Gulston said this year's programme was intended to highlight the diversity of South Africa's dance music scene while featuring international artists.

“Spring Fiesta has always been about creating moments that bring people together through music,” Gulston said. “Every year we challenge ourselves to curate experiences that celebrate the incredible depth of SA’s dance music culture while introducing audiences to some of the world's finest artists. 2026 is all about quality, connection and unforgettable moments on the dancefloor.”

First held more than 15 years ago, Spring Fiesta has become one of South Africa's established lifestyle and music festivals, combining live performances with food, fashion and entertainment experiences.

Organisers said further stage announcements, artist confirmations and festival activities will be announced before the event takes place in October.