HELD over six days, a sizzling hot line-up is set to boast some of the country’s best artists in a wide range of genres that will enthral crowds at this year’s inaugural Kouga Summer Festival.
Add to this a wide variety of arts and crafts, kids’ entertainment, and adrenaline-packed shows.
Kouga Municipality, in association with Mentors Country Estate and Coca-Cola, proudly presents the first Kouga Summer Festival, set to take place at Mentors Country Estate in Jeffreys Bay from Tuesday, December 27, 2022 to Sunday, January 1, 2023.
Gertjie “Ou Buddy Ou Pjel” performs each day from Tuesday to Saturday, while Tino and Dodo play each day from Tuesday to Thursday.
The not-to-be-missed festival will kick-off on Tuesday with Irene-Louise van Wyk, Ruan Josh, Franja du Plessis and Juanita du Plessis.
The exciting line-up the next day continues with Die Twaalf, Early B, Neon Dreams, Matthew Mole, and Desmond & The Tutus.
Spoiled for choice, Willem Botha, Juan Boucher, Tarryn Lamb, Jay, and Kurt Darren will take to the stage on the Friday, while Botha will also show class-goers the finer art of make-up during his make-up masterclass.
Elvis Blue will entertain the crowds on the Friday, while Monster Energy Flight Night will ensure roaring fun during the day.
On the Saturday, the children will be the centre of attention with Tjiff & Tjaff, Bee-Bee die By and Kizzoo.
The exciting line-up concludes with a church service and gospel show on Sunday, January 1, 2023.
Stalls will be open daily from 09:00.
“Kouga Municipality is extremely proud to partner with Mentors Country Estate and Coca-Cola to bring residents and visitors to our beautiful region an unforgettable summer festival,” said Kouga Executive Mayor, Horatio Hendricks.
“Through events like these we can create millions in revenue injection in our local economy and provide impetus to our drive to create one job in every home in Kouga.
“Events that will attract tens of thousands of patrons will grow our local businesses and create employment and sustainable opportunities.”
More information
The daily entrance fee is R150 (adults), R100 (teenagers), and R50 (children). It includes entrance to all the shows except for Neon Dreams, Matthew Mole, Desmond & The Tutus, and Willem Botha’s Make-Up Masterclass. Tickets for these shows must be purchased additionally.
- For more information, visit the Kouga Summer Festival Facebook page.


