Woofstock 2024: Everything You Should Know

Woofstock is back in its 4^th year and is barking mad with its line-up including Fokofpolisiekar, Sunset Sweatshop, Loufi, Martin Bester and so much more.

“It’s one of our biggest line-ups yet” says Monique O’Reilly, co-founder of Woofstock SA. “We aim to raise more awareness for the animals in need, raise more food, and more fun. This is our fourth year doing Woofstock and our second year at Mustangs. We are super excited for this event.”

More info about Woofstock 2024

Woofstock is an annual charity event that aims to raise awareness, funds, and food for two wonderful charities in 2024. Woofstock SA is proud to announce that GAIN (Graskop Animals In Need) and the SANParks K9 Watchdog Unit are the beneficiaries of the 4^th Woofstock edition.

Put a paw print down for Woofstock 2024 which is taking place on the Saturday, the 31st of August 2024 at the Buffelsfontein Brandewyn Arena located inside of Mustangs, The Dancing Place, Nelspruit (in Mpumalanga).

Fokofpolisiekar, Loufi, Sunset Sweatshop, Martin Bester and his band, Pieter Marcato, and one surprise act will all perform on one stage, for one night only. The MC for the evening is DJ Dekstir.

The gates will open at 15:00, there will be big screen rugby at 17:00 and the dance floor opens at 22:00 for one tail-shaking party.

The big rugby game between South Africa and New Zealand will be broadcast over a massive screen it will make you feel like you are in the stadium. It will be the first time these two teams meet since the Springboks won the 2023 IRB Rugby World Cup. The game broadcast is included in your Woofstock ticket.

The Guitar Raffle returns this year, proudly sponsored by Marshall Music SA and Fender SA. A brand new, signed by the whole line up, Fender guitar worth R12 000 (autographed by the whole 2024 Woofstock band line-up) is up for grabs.. Raffle tickets are sold separately at R100 each via TixSA website and on the day of the event.

Woofstock wants to challenge the wonderful community and businesses to donate dog food (any size and age), cat food (any age), harnesses for dogs, blankets, bowls, pet toys – any donation for pets in need. Donations can be dropped off at Mustangs in Nelspruit. This is for GAIN and K9 Watchdog Unit.

Mustangs have a wonderful kitchen that provides a delicious menu for any hungry cravings and a bar dedicated to the Woofstock area to quench your thirst.

This year, Running Wild Coffee will be selling some delicious brews. A few more vendors will be announced soon. Your ticket will include entry to Mustangs, all the live music, and access to the band merch stand. Cash or card payments are accepted at Woofstock 2024.

Need a place to stay? Nelspruit Lodge is offering all Woofstock 2024 ticket holders a discounted rate! Contact them on 013 741 1616 or via [email protected]

Want a new tattoo? Screamn’ Skin Tattoos is running a special throughout July. If you have a Woofstock ticket you automatically qualify for a 10% discount.

You can also enter a draw if you get tattooed during the month of July with 2 x Woofstock General tickets and 2 x Meet & Greet tickets to Woofstock 2024. get more on Screamn Skin Tattoos’ page on Facebook.

Due to the line-up, parental advisory is in effect that no children under the age of 14 years are allowed to attend the event. No children under the age of 18 years will be allowed to enter the venue without being accompanied by a parent. All under-18s must leave the venue by 22:30 as per Mustangs management.

The official after-party is with DJ Dekstir on the main dance floor at Mustangs.

Early bird tickets have already sold out! General admission tickets will set you back R250 online or R280 at the door.

There are a few table options available which range from standard 6-seaters to full VVIP tables all of which can be booked before. All of the VIP tables were sold out in 2023 and many requested more. Book early to avoid disappointment. Get your tickets via TixSA NOW!

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