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Be sure to check out Nic&#8217;s Nest on African Street, where Standard Bank will host an 1862 Restaurant collaboration at this local coffee shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another highlight to note is the performances by the Standard Bank Young Artists, selected for their groundbreaking artistry, who will present new works at the festival. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, the Black Power Station presents a vibrant independent programme showcasing some of the country&#8217;s best singers and instrumentalists, while the National Youth Jazz Festival features powerful jazz talents such as Gabi Motuba, Sphelelo Mazibuko, Nhlanhla Mahlangu, and Kujenga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Arts Festival is truly a multi-genre, people-loving celebration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t forget to soak up a NAF tradition while you&#8217;re there and enjoy an SAfm Sundowner Concert at 5 PM every day at The Monument. Experience and support the best of South Africa&#8217;s talent live in Makhanda from 26 June to 6 July.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Attendees can familiarise themselves with the festival programme through the app (National Arts Festival on Apple or Android) or via the website www.nationalartsfestival.co.za, where they can also purchase their tickets online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While Makhanda could be a day trip, make an excuse to extend your stay in the town or in nearby holiday destinations such as Port Alfred, Kenton-on-Sea, and Bathurst.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Catch it between 26 June and 6 July 2025!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" data-attachment-id=\"263913\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/over-240-must-see-experiences-to-enjoy\/dance_73975-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dance_73975-1.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1200,799\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"dance_73975\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dance_73975-1-1024x682.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dance_73975-1.jpg\" alt=\"Two performers showcasing a dance.\" class=\"wp-image-263913\" srcset=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dance_73975-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dance_73975-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dance_73975-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/kougaexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dance_73975-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cape Ballet Africa presents SALT. 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