ULTRA South Africa officially celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2025. Africa’s leading electronic music festival returned to Cape Town on Friday, 9 May 2025 and Johannesburg on Saturday, 10 May 2025.
Here are 11 Interesting Facts You Might Not Know About ULTRA South Africa
1. 335 Artists Have Graced the ULTRA SA Stage
Between 2014 and 2024, ULTRA South Africa has hosted 335 artists, featuring top-tier talent from across the globe and various music genres.
2. 97 Artists Have Returned for More
A total of 97 performers have taken the ULTRA stage more than once, showing just how magnetic and unmissable this festival truly is.
3. Kyle Cassim Reigns Supreme
Local DJ Kyle Cassim holds the record for the most ULTRA South Africa appearances by a South African artist.
4. Martin Garrix is the Ultimate International Regular
Global superstar Martin Garrix has performed at ULTRA SA more than any other international artist. His first appearance was in 2015 – and he hasn’t stopped coming back.
5. The World’s #1 DJ Loves ULTRA
Garrix has topped the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs list six times (2016–2020 and again in 2024), making him the reigning king of EDM.
6. Over 400,000 Fans Have Attended
More than 400,000 people have danced under the ULTRA South African sky since the festival began – a true testament to its popularity and staying power.
7. Fans from All 195 Countries Have Attended
ULTRA SA has welcomed attendees from every country on the planet, making it one of the most globally inclusive events on the continent.
8. Mozambique is a Major Contributor
After South Africa, Mozambique ranks as the second most represented country among attendees.
9. Africa’s Largest Electronic Music Festival
With its scale, production value, and genre-spanning lineup, ULTRA South Africa stands as the biggest EDM festival in Africa.
10. A Full Decade of Unmatched Vibes
The 2025 edition celebrated 10 years of music, culture, and community, and was ULTRA’s most spectacular celebration yet.
11. ULTRA South Africa 2026 Dates Have Been Announced
Johannesburg will host the festival on Saturday, 25 April 2026 at the Expo Centre at Nasrec, while Cape Town’s event will follow on Sunday, 26 April 2026 at The Ostrich. The timing couldn’t be better, with the Monday being a public holiday. Tickets are available now at https://ultrasouthafrica.com/
Stay in the loop by following ULTRA South Africa on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for the latest updates, line-up announcements, and sneak peeks into the 10th-anniversary celebration.
Well, there you have it, 11 Facts you might not have known about ULTRA South Africa! If I’ve left out something important, feel free to comment below.
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