Bucket Scene: BOOMTOWN Presented by Johnnie Walker Blonde

 

The excitement is building as the countdown begins for the return of the country’s most anticipated annual horse racing event of the year. Today, organizers of the renowned lifestyle BOOMTOWN experience together with iconic partner Johnnie Walker Blonde are thrilled to announce the official opening of ticket sales

BOOMTOWN, synonymous with unparalleled hospitality, is set to deliver yet another unforgettable experience. Renowned for its world-class sound, spectacular lighting, and electrifying live performances from the hottest artists in the country, this year promises to surpass all expectations!

Scheduled to take place at home of the Durban July, Greyville Racecourse on Saturday, 6th July 2024, BOOMTOWN will once again play host to a dazzling array of South Africa's biggest names in entertainment, sports and business.

Year after year, this event has solidified its reputation as the pinnacle of July weekend festivities, drawing discerning enthusiasts of horse racing, fashion, and music. With its opulent tiered hospitality decks, plush lounges and captivating experiential activation's, BOOMTOWN remains the ultimate destination for luminaries from the realms of entertainment, sports, and business.

"BOOMTOWN presented by Johnnie Walker Blonde epitomizes the celebration of life. This year marks our 14th year and we have prided ourselves throughout the past decade on crafting an unparalleled hospitality experience for our esteemed guests. From world-class entertainment to seamless betting stations, an extensive selection of gourmet cuisine, and fully stocked bars, our diverse hospitality packages ensure that every attendee feels like a VIP" stated event organizer Stuart Scott. He continued, ”Over the next few days we will be finalizing our carefully curated lineup, featuring some of SA’s finest talent to keep our guests entertained throughout the day," 

Limited tickets for this highly coveted lifestyle experience are available for purchase at Ticketpro. Act fast to secure your spot, as limited Phase One (Early bird) tickets start at R650

Hollywoodbets Durban July 2022

After two years of South Africa's most prestigious horse racing event being held behind closed doors due to the Covid Pandemic, the Durban July is back and open to the public taking place on Saturday, 2nd July 2022! With a new sponsor in Hollywoodbets, this years event is looking to catapult its status as the most attended horse racing meet on the African continent. As always, the Hollywoodbets Durban July will be a showcase for fashion, beauty, tourism and not forgetting the parties in the multiple marquee's on offer. The two most noteworthy being BOOMTOWN Presented by Heineken and The Glenlevit Jazztown. 

BOOMTOWN Presented by Heineken

BOOMTOWN has been synonymous with the Durban July as the biggest and best marquee to be at, with the best in hospitality, world class stage and lighting supported by the some of the countries top musical artists. This year see's it back for it's 12th year at the races, and aims to change the game, presented by Heineken, they are raising the bar to bring you an unforgettable Hollywoodbests Durban July experience with exciting new experiential attractions, bars, an array of hospitality areas and the who's who of the Hollywoodbets Durban July. Artist line up for BOOMTOWN include Ami Faku, Shekinah, Culoe De Song, PH, Kelvin Momo and others. Tickets to the number 1 Marquee experience are on sale now, with prices starting at R850pp* for General, R2900pp* for VIP and R3900pp* for VVIP. 

*Ticket prices do not include entrance tickets to the Greyville Racecourse, these must be bought sperately to BOOMTOWN presented by Heineken individual tickets. 

The Glenlivet Jazztown

If you're wanted to attend the Hollywoodbets Durban July but looking for something a bit more mellow and chilled but still maintain that 5-star hospitality experience, look no further than The Glenlevit Jazztown. Offering guests an opulent marquee occasion, pairing luxury hospitality with live jazz entertainment. The Glenlivet Jazztown brings urban rhythms to the event and offer a luxurious environment for corporates and socialites to network whilst experiencing the thrill of thoroughbred horse racing. Guests can enjoy the sweet melodies of Mzanzi's most loved eclectic Jazz Musicians on stage with a selection of vibrant DJ acts later in the evening, some of the artists include Mandis Dyantyis, Judith Sephuma, Stokie and Kyeezi. Experience the smoothest sounds, cosmopolitan fashion, and a distinguished lifestyle at the The Glenlivet Jazztown marquee at the Hollywoodbets Durban July.  

Tickets are priced at R5500pp for VIP Hospitality, which includes access ticket into the race course, a golf course parking ticket, access to a raised VIP deck inside the glass-fronted marquee, a bottle of Glenlivet 12 per couple, a complimentary premium bar (from 11am-10pm). Upscale buffet lunch, decadent buffet dinner, air-conditioning and much more. 

BoomTown presented by Heineken

With the Vodacom Durban July just one sleep away, most of the country is busy making their way to the party capital this weekend. Conveys will arrive tomorrow at Greyville Racecourse to pay witness to the continents biggest Horse Racing Event and there is only one marquee you should be at. BoomTown, presented by Heineken promises to be the Capital of Entertainment as the biggest Marquee for the 11th year running. 

Recognised for providing the ultimate in expert hospitality, BoomTown presented by Heineken and powered by Channel O and East Coast Radio is the only choice in providing the finest lifestyle and premium experience at the Vodacom Durban July. Joining an already announced music line with SA's biggest multi-award winning artists such as Kwesta, Sjava, Lady Zamar, Busiswa, Sun-El, Black Motion, Mlindo the Vocalist, Da Capo. Sumbody and Benny Maverick, is Holly Rey, Thabsie and Ms Cosmo who will ensure BoomTown is the entertainment capital at this years Durban July. 

Experience impeccable fashion, premium hospitality and urban lifestyle at its best and celebrate Stars of Africa at this years Boomtown presented by Heinken. A variety of hospitality packages are still available for purchase at BoomTown via Computicket. These include:

• General Access - R690 pp
• VIP package - R2500pp
• VVIP package - R3500pp
• Private Tables - R4500 ex vat pp (tables of 10 or 20)

For more information on ticketing and bookings, visit Computicket website, for more info on group bookings, kindly email david@boomtownevents.co.za

The J&B Met with Flipside

If you're looking at attending the hottest calendar event in Cape Towns social scene, that is the J&B Met this year, then theres no other place to go to than the Lifestyle Village in the race course's inner field hosted by Flipside events. Them along with MegaPro and Chattels are hosting the ever popular lifestyle village, the organisers are said to have made it bigger and better than before ensuring that your day at the races is a great one.

The artist line up that will be performing live during the day features the likes of Anthea Scholtz, Thank Me Later, Chris de Vos from Sexy Groovy Love, Ryan Murgatroyd, Strange Loving, Tomorrows Will and Brett Aitken.

The venue will have two fully stocked bars, a food court area with food trucks to satisfy any a palate, a cocktail and lounge area to chill at, for when your feet need a rest from all that dancing or to just sit back and sip on some bubbly. There will be TV's and viewing points for the races and also tote facillities so you can try your luck on some of the horses, who knows, it could be your lucky day!

As always with the Met, there is a dress code for you to follow, this years theme is "A Rare Blend", so get those creative juices flowing as this is the ideal opportunity to express your individuality ad creativity at one of the countries biggest social events.

Once the sun goes down, it's time for the after party and the same people that brought you the Lifestyle Village are also responsible for the Office J&B Met After Party. If you thought the days entertainment looked good, wait till you see what's in store for the evening. It's no doubt going to be the after party to be at.

Performing on the mainstage at the after party include Dean FUEL ft. George Sax, Timo ODV, Goodluck, DJ Mixi, Pascal & Pearce and Niskerone to name a few. With a line up like that, featuring some of the hottests acts in SA, it will be an after party thats pretty hard to beat. The venue will include two fully stocked bars, food outlets, a massie dance floor and the entire venue is highly secured, ensuring you have a fun and safe night out.

Tickets for both, the Lifestyle Fest and the After Party are available at Computicket, and are selling from R495 for the full day and night pass that includes all of the above, all day long and well into the after party, or R250 for just the after party. Tickets include 3 free whiskys plus mixers per person

For more info, visit their Flipside Event's Page on Facebook

Time for the races!

Winter is the one season that most people hate, bitterly cold mornings, freezing evenings, dry weather and it makes one feel lethargic in general. In Durban however, we have a different approach. You see unlike the rest of the country, Durban's winter is perfect, lovely warm days, hardly any rain and while it might get cold in the evenings and early hours of the morning it is still manageable for many. Hence the city is a hive of activity during this period with loads of events on the go, none bigger that the Vodacom Durban July. 

It is Africa's biggest, most prestigious and glamorous horse racing event and Durban pulls out all the stops. It generates a heck of a lot of income for the province with the thousands that descend from across the country to party the night away at the Greyville Racecourse. Many have already bought tickets to the one of the many marquees that will be erected for race day. The most popular ones being the Miller Boom Town marquee which I attended last year, its massive and with the huge dance floor and designated areas, its sure to be a hit again this year. Other notable ones are the G&G Live marquee as well as the Fish Eagle MTV "Eagle Air" tent. 

Apart from all the parties, and horse racing, fashion is always a major talking point at the races. This years theme being "Posh, oh my gosh!" you can be sure to see some exquisite outfits on display. Coming back to the racing, this years field for the final race has never been this open before. There isn't a clear favourite and as most pundits and bookies are saying, there is a number of horses that could win the running. Here's hope lady luck is shinning on you when you place that bet!

Now over the past few weeks, the country has been monitoring the health of former President Nelson Mandela. There was talks that if anything tragic had to happen, the race will be held at an alternative day, that being the 27th of July 2013. However, on the official website, organizer now stated that they have been given the go ahead to host the even this Saturday and as a gesture towards our former leader, heart shaped emblems will be handed out to everyone at the course and 67 seconds silence will be observed as a tribute to Madiba. 

That being said, it looks like its all systems go for Saturday and personally I cannot wait as it one of the highlights of the the year!