Ultra SA 2017 Weekend! - All you need to know!

It's today! Yup after a year of waiting Ultra South Africa is back for its fourth consecutive year and kicking things off in style at the Cape Town Stadium in Greenpoint today. There's not much more that needs to be said that hasn't already been said in the build up to this monumental event in the electronic dance music scene, with international headliners, the best local artists on offer as well as world class lighting and pyrotechnics that will blow your mind over the next two days. Just to keep you in the know we're providing you with some vital information that you will need to know should you be attending either today in Cape Town or in Johannesburg tomorrow. 

Getting to the venue, Ultra South Africa have teamed up with the world's leading taxi service Uber to bring you a hassle free service travelling to and from the venues. New to Uber? Simply visit your app store and download the app to your mobile device, register using the code ULTRASA2017 and receive R100 off your first ride! There will be designated "Uber Zones" at each venue so make sure you are there when requesting one to ensure you get a car fast and efficiently. 

Don't want to taxi there but rather take your own car? Not a problem, Ultra SA have also got a Park and Ride system, simply visit the website to purchase your tickets, for your relevant venue. parkandridesa.nutickets.co.za

Just like last year, Ultra SA will be completely cashless and festival goers will be required to register online with Howler, load your account with money, collect your wristband at the event and just enjoy seamless transactions throughout the day. Recharge stations will be available at the venues should you run out of funds and if there is still money leftover, you can cash them out, you can do that as well. 

Festival maps are always handy when navigating the various stages and stalls, we have both the maps for Cape Town and Johannesburg for you. Study them well or save them to your device for easy use and reference. Take note of all key points such as toilets and food outlets. 

And lastly, we all want to have fun but please so responsibly and adhere to the festival rules. We don't want anyone's evening ruined by incidents that are untoward. For a list of do's and don'ts please see below. Have yourself an awesome Ultra weekend and make it one to remember!

Monday Choon: Martin Garrix & Bebe Rexha - In The Name Of Love

South Africa is currently on a high after finding out the first two headline acts for Ultra South Africa 2017, one of those is the much loved Martin Garrix. He is making his 3rd appearance on the Main Stage for Ultra SA and he has said before that this particular Ultra holds a dear place in his heart as it was the first time he performed on Main Stage at an Ultra event. This week's featured track is by the young Dutch maestro which is a collaboration between him and American singer, song writer and producer Bebe Rexha. The result is outstanding with a modern take on a love song with an electro twist. The music video was just launched last week and we have it for you today.

                          

Ultra SA 2017: Phase One Headliners

With Early Bird tickets selling out in a flash, the wait was on for tier 1 tickets to go on sale yesterday but along with the second wave of ticket sales , organisers dropped the names of two of the headliners that will be gracing the Main Stage next year at both Cape Town and Joburg shows.

First up we have David Guetta, it will be the first time for the Frenchman to play at Ultra South Africa. Having visited the country over five years ago it was about time he made a come back. He has had many hits over the past few years, being one of the firt DJ's to excel in the commerical sector with many of his tracks making the top 40 charts on various radio stations. This earning him a cult status and saw him catapult his career, since then he's played at many major festivals as well at this years opening and closing ceremonies at Euro 2016. He is no stranger to the Ultra family as he is a regular at Ultra Miami and also recently played at Ultra Europe. South Africa has much to look forward to from him. 

The second headliner needs no introduction, Ultra South Africa will always hold a dear place in his heart as it was the first Ultra Music Festival he played at and was such a hit first time round that they brought him back the very next year. Who am I talking about? None other that the prodigal son Martin Garrix! The young Dutchman is back after skipping last year and was actually brought back because of high demand by you the fans. Yes, such is his talent, he has continued to make multi-platinum tracks and play on the main stages of all the major festivals. I'm sure he is just as excited to be back in South Africa next year. 

With tickets selling fast on the website: www.ultrasouthafrica.com , I suggest you waste no time in booking yours to avoid disappointment. Those ticket and venue details again:

City	Cape Town
Date	Friday, 24 February 2017
Venue	Cape Town Stadium

General Access	VIP
Tier 1: R750	Tier 1: R1300
Tier 2: R850	Tier 2: R1600

  

City	Johannesburg
Date	Saturday, 25 February 2017
Venue	Nasrec Expo Centre

General Access	VIP	VVIP
Tier 1: R800	Tier 1: R1400	Tier 1: R3000
Tier 2: R950	Tier 2: R1800	Tier 2: R4000

*Prices not inclusive of booking fees.

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