20TH– 21ST SEPTEMBER
KYALAMI GRAND PRIX CIRCUIT
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE
TO DStv DELICIOUS FESTIVAL POWERED
BY LOTTOSTAR LOWDOWN
It’s time to get prepped for an epic weekend of exploring food stalls, partner activations, cool designs and, of course, memorable performances. Make sure to stay in the loop about everything from artist line-ups to food stall locations and brand experiences to guarantee a remarkable festival outing.
Remember, there’s a handy online festival guide to consult and the Festival app you can download on the Google Play Store or App Store. This weekend, the app is your main port of call for all things Delicious!
WEEKEND THINGS
The festival is
a cashless zone.
Vendors at this
year’s festival will
accept all major
bank cards
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Whether you’re gaming, saving, or celebrating, DStv Rewards brings you closer to the festival than ever before. DStv Premium Rewards members stand a chance to win a VIP experience that takes their festival journey to the next level with an exclusive behind-the-scenes pass.
Step into Telkom’s World at DStv Delicious! This year, Telkom is bringing more than just connectivity , we’re bringing an experience. Explore our Smart Home zone, test your skills in our high-energy gaming arena, and unlock instant rewards through digital gamification. With bold, vibrant new look and Insta-worthy moments, our Telkom lounge is the ultimate festival destination to play, connect, and discover how Telkom powers your lifestyle.
This year, Proudly South African A will turn up the heat at the DStv Delicious Food and Music Festival with exciting local experiences at the Proudly South African Delicious Mile. Festivalgoers can test their SA smarts in the fast-paced Shesha 3.2.1 board game and show off their knowledge in the “Know Your Local Brand” quiz featuring our exhibiting members. Prizes include Khoi Tech smartwatches, Shesha 3.2.1 board games, and proudly local goodies, all #LovedHereMadeHere.
Step into the Sensodyne Cold Zone at DStv Delicious Festival 2025, where popsicles meet freeze frames. Take the bite, strike a pose, and let our slow-mo booth capture your #DareToBite moment. Find the Crunchy Zone at DStv Delicious Festival 2025 and put your bite to the test. Record your ASMR crunch, climb the live rankings, then head to the Sensodyne Clinical Repair Lab to discover how we start repairing sensitivity in just 2 minutes. Bite. Repair. Smile. That’s the Sensodyne Festival
Experience.
An energetic, MC-anchored trivia experience that turns food lovers into festival stars! AI generated Photo booth. Food themed scenarios , AI generated image emailed to guests for instant uploading to social media platforms.
The City of Johannesburg is proud to partner with the iconic DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival in a dynamic collaboration aimed at elevating Johannesburg’s status as a premier leisure destination, in celebration of culinary excellence, global music, and vibrant culture. This partnership not only showcases the city’s world-class venues and infrastructure but also reinforces its
commitment to economic development and investment. Together, we’re cooking up more than just great food and music – we’re building a world class African city of inclusion, innovation, and celebration
For Over 115 years, Five Roses has been the trusted choice of South African tea drinkers, renowned for its superior quality and perfectly balanced taste. Our involvement at the DSTV Delicious Festival celebrates this legacy, inviting festival goers to pause, connect and savour the experience of a cup of Five Roses Tea. As South Africa’s much loved tea, our presence at the festival reflects our belief that the finest moments are made richer when shared over a cup of Five Roses tea.
The Academy shines a spotlight on the entrepreneurial excellence shaping our food future. Created to build a more inclusive and resilient food economy, the Academy equips emerging food entrepreneurs with mentorship, training, compliance support, and real-world trading opportunities. This year, festival-goers can discover and support 11 inspiring graduate entrepreneurs from the first two full Academy programmes. Each of them has shown remarkable growth on their journeys – and they’re ready to share their passion, flavours, and stories with you. Come hungry, come curious, and experience the next generation of food innovation in action.
Mercedes-Benz returns as the official vehicle partner bringing back Mercedes Moments with a fresh new twist. In collaboration with a renowned fashion house, our activation will showcase the artistry, design, and sophistication shared by both brands. Together, creating unforgettable Mercedes Moments.
Get ready to take flight with Flight Centre again at this year’s DStv Delicious Festival, follow and sign-up to stand a chance to win a VIP experience at DStv Delicious, Flights, 1 night stay and double VIP tickets! Whether you sign-up now or spot one of the Flight Centre roaming ambassadors at the festival you can also stand a chance to win to watch Teddy Swims live in Dubai on 22 November 2025, 4 night stay, flights, transfers and e-visas included! Ts & Cs apply. Follow @FlightCentreRSA Enter here https://www.flightcentre.co.za/p/dstv-delicious-competition
An energetic, MC-anchored trivia experience that turns food lovers into festival stars! AI generated Photo booth. Food themed scenarios , AI generated image emailed to guests for instant uploading to social media platforms
Stella Artois invites you to step into a world where every moment is worth more. You can try your hand at the Stella Perfect Serve Bar, where you will learn about the five-step pouring ritual and experience the perfect pour. Connect with your friends over genuine moments with a Stella Artois.
Quoin Rock Wines will showcase a luxurious, immersive wine experience at the DSTV Delicious Festival 2025. Our activation will emphasise premium tasting, storytelling, and brand engagement across key lounges and curated areas, aligned with our brand values of heritage, craftsmanship, and innovation.
Proudly Official LP Gas Partner Easigas. Life Made Easi. Activation will include a Spin & Win Wheel, with Easigas branded items as prizes. Easigas will also engage with attendees on the safe use of LPG and provide safety guidelines.
Visit the Estee Llauder activation at #DStvDeliciousFestival2025 on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st September for an irresistible scent experience, that will leave you smelling delicious the whole day! Shop your faves onsite with @friendsofbash both days.
Join Glade and Duck at this year’s DSTV Delicious Festival. Whats Your Fragrance -this is an existing survey hosted on a landing page, that asks participants a few questions and based on their responses, matches them with a Glade variant). With a small tweak, this can be amended to include the latest Glade products, with newer artwork. This acts as a data collection tool for a database + a pre-requisite to participate and earn a prize, whilst briefly educating attendees. Spin & Win – spin & win after the survey and you could win a prize on the board, Glade or Duck product with a leaflet with key info. Photo Op – we can have a section for photos, those who take photos with our team, will get 2 entries into draw. Match The Product Game – keeping with that fun festival atmosphere, we can do this as well as part of engagement, with a small giveaway as a prize. Product Display – Make use of plinths and the Glade wood and steel stand to display products within the space.
Johannesburg Tourism Company (JTC) Spend three days in Joburg: Come join Joburg Tourism at the DSTV Delicious Festival Powered by LottoStar! Joburg Tourism will be there showcasing the best of the city’s local art, handcrafted products, and tourism experiences. It’s the perfect chance to discover hidden gems and support local businesses. Hope to see you there!
Coke Studio will be celebrating Real Magic at the Festival this year — bringing fans unforgettable music moments and a truly magical fan experience from the Coke Studio squad.
African Bank is once again a proud partner of the 2025 DSTV Delicious International Food & Music Festival. This heritage month, the only bank for the people, by the people, serving the people, is celebrating you and your audacity to believe. Book your tickets for 21 and 22 September and get ready for thrilling spectacular featuring legendary artists, fabulous food, eye-catching art, unforgettable fashion statements, and your audacious spirit!
A Gourmet Delight In Every Bite!!! This year, Flanagan’s Kettle Fried Chips brings more than flavour to DStv Delicious Festival 2025, they’re serving a sensory journey. From curated tastings under the golden dome, to creating your own gourmet platter, to snapping your perfect festival moment, it’s all about discovering kettle fried chips reimagined. Taste. Play. Capture. Share. That’s the Flanagans difference.
Sunlight Platinum Ultra Power will prove that The Best Dishes Make the Worst Dishes. Guests will experience an immersive journey celebrating Sunlight’s 5X grease-cutting power, even in cold water, through fun, shareable moments: Splash Photo Zone – playful branded photo moments with #SunlightCutsGrease Foam Backdrop – a bubble-filled photo activation. Spin the Wheel – prizes like Sunlight packs, aprons, and vouchers. Slush Puppy Station – branded slushies with foam toppers Lucky Draw – Sunlight hampers for completed journey cards at activation station. Plus, an online competition via Sunlight’s social pages:
Step into the ultimate shopping experience at the ERA Pop-Up Shop! Our dreamy pink haven is designed to make shopping effortless and enjoyable – browse and shop your favourites with total ease. From elegant earrings and necklaces to trendy sunglasses, stylish bags, watches, merch, and more, everything is beautifully displayed and ready for you to enjoy. Shopping at ERA by DJ Zinhle has never been this fun (or this easy)! We can’t wait to welcome you at the ERA Pop-Up at DStv Delicious – see you there!
Gautrain is the official transport partner for DSTV Delicious International Food and Music Festival.
Event goers can take the Gautrain from their preferred stations and get off at Midrand Station. Event goers will be directed to the free Bus Shuttle that will drop them at Kyalami Grand Prix for the event. The shuttle service between Midrand Station and the event will run throughout the day. Gautrain will have an extended late night service. The last Gautrain Bus will leave Kyalami Grand Prix to Midrand Station at 23:00 on Saturday and 22:00 on Sunday. The last trains will depart when buses have arrived at Midrand. Standard Gautrain rules and fares for Train and Parking will apply.
Art Meets Fashion with Gauteng Department of Sports, Arts & Culture Under the theme POP(ART): This Is Not A Runway, this year’s Arts Meets Fashion (AMF) with Gauteng Department of Sports, Arts & Culture reimagines the runway as a gallery, billboard and dancefloor. This living, breathing celebration of creativity offers an electrifying fusion of style, art and performance and playfully disrupts the traditional runway experience. Curated in collaboration with leading designers, visual artists and cultural visionaries, AMF will showcase a multi-sensory journey through the visual and emotional heartbeat of pop culture; seen through a distinctly South African lens.
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