Makhadzi performing at the launch of her 2025 One Woman Show in Venda. Picture Supplied After years of quieter festivities, the return of this city-led celebration signals a renewed focus on bringing people together in safe, vibrant public spaces. Dr Moya recently visited Fountains Valley to inspect preparations and shared her excitement about the scale of the event.
According to the mayor, the venue is being transformed to accommodate five fully programmed stages, each hosting a variety of artists and DJs to keep partygoers entertained well into the early hours of 2026. “Tshwane, let’s welcome 2026 together,” she said, calling on residents to come out in numbers and celebrate the new year as a united city. Music lovers can expect a diverse and high-energy line-up, featuring some of South Africa’s most in-demand performers.
Headlining the celebrations areBlack Motion, known for their powerful live Afro-house performances, andMakhadzi, whose infectious hits and electric stage presence are guaranteed to turn the countdown into a full-blown dance marathon. While the full lineup is still rolling out, organisers have teased that many more artists across genres will take to the stage, making it a night that caters to different musical tastes, from house and amapiano to mainstream party favourites. Fountains Valley Resort offers a spacious outdoor setting ideal for large-scale celebrations.
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With multiple stages spread across the venue, attendees can move between performances, experience different vibes, and enjoy a festival-style experience without leaving the city. To make things easier and reduce congestion,park-and-ride facilitieswill be available, allowing revellers to leave their cars behind and focus on enjoying the night safely. More than just a party, the New Year’s Eve celebration marks a cultural moment for Pretoria a return to shared city traditions and accessible entertainment for locals. With official backing, high-profile performers and thoughtful logistics, the event is shaping up to be one of the capital’s most memorable crossover nights in years.
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