The countdown is real, and the hype is undeniable – the full artist lineup for Cotton Fest 2025 is officially here! With just days to go until this iconic festival, Cotton Fest has dropped the full roll call – and it’s pure madness.
JUST IN CASE YOU MISSED IT, WHEN IS IT GOING DOWN
Happening on Saturday, 26th April in the heart of Jozi at The Station, this year’s fest will once again unite the culture through music, fashion, and sport, featuring over 100 of Mzansi’s most electric talents across three epic stages.
WHAT IS THE FINAL LINEUP LOOKING LIKE
From hip hop to amapiano, house to R&B, trap to gqom – this year’s diverse lineup continues to bridge the gaps between genres and generations, spotlighting both heavy-hitters and rising stars alike. And with the already insane phase one lineup recently announced, the new additions are set to add even more fuel to the fire.
Introducing the full 2025 Cotton Fest line-up:
016 BANGER BOYZ, 031 CHOPPA, 25k, 2SHOES, A-REECE, ANCHORBEE, ASIANWOKSTAR, ASVNTE, BABALWA M, BABBLE HUME, BABY DAIZ, BABYLOWSKI, BIG ZULU, BILLY G, BLXCKIE, , BROTHERKUPA, BUZZI LEE, CADDY, CALEB MXRCH, CASSPER NYOVEST, CH’CCO, CHAISE WILLIAMS, CHLEY, COW BOII, DBN GOGO, DEE KOALA, DIORSANTANA, DJ BIZA, DJ CAPITAL, DJ DOOWAP, DJ HARVEY, DJ KAYMOWORLD, DJ PEDABOTIC, DJ SLIQE, DJ TSHEGU, DJ ZINHLE, DOCTOR PLUG,DR PEPPA, DRIHANNA, DUKII GONE GREEN, DUSSE WAVY, EEQUE, FAE FAE, FLOW JONES, FOCALISTIC, FRANK, CASINO, GGOLDIE, GOLDMAX,HEMUSTBEFABULOUS, HOUDINI CHILD, HUEY MAGICMAN, ICE BEATS, INTERNATIONAL PANTSULA, JÄGERMISTER BRASS CARTEL, JAYKATANA, JOEY XL, K.KEED, K.O, K1LLBRADY, KABZA DE SMALL, KAMO MPHELA, KANE KEID, KIDDO CSA, KINDLYNXSH, KMAT, LEE MCKRAZY, LEEZY LINDOKUHLE, LERAI, LESEDI THE DJ, LIA BUTLER, LOATINOVER POUNDS, LOVE TUMI, LUCAS RAPS, LULA ODIBA, MAJOR STEEZ, MAKHADZI, MASH BEATZ, MDU AKA TRP, MELLOW & SLEAZY, MFANATOUCHLINE, MILKYWAYS, MISS SHELLEY, MONEY BADOO, MOOZLIE, MR NATION THINGZ, MR JAZZIQ, N&F LECTURERS, NADIA NAKAI, NAE THE BAE, NALEDI APHIWE,NANETTE, NOTBENJAMIN, NVCHO, OKMALUMKOOLKAT, OMAGOQA, PABI COOPER, PARKERVS, PHODII DJ, QWELLERS, RARRI, RATISUPREMACY, REA DA SOUL, RISKY T RSA, ROBOT BOII, ROYAL MUSIQ, SCOTTS MAPHUMA, SCUMIE, SFARZO RTEE, SHAKES & LES, SHEKHINAH, SIXBY9INE, SJAVA, SONWABILE, SBUDA MA LEATHER, SUCCESS, SUPERCYE, TBO, THABA NYABA, THAKZIN, THEE BUHLE, TONY DAYIMANE, TOSS, TR3.LXGY, UNCLE VINNY, USIMAMANE, UUNATHI, VENOM, VIGRO DEEP, WORDZ, WORKAHOLICS, XOLISA RODGERS,YOUNG STUNNA, YUMBS AND ZIGGY4X
You already know we don’t play when it comes to last-minute curveballs so stay locked to the live stages on the day, just in case we add more talent.
WHERE CAN I COP MY TICKET FROM
With 90% of the tickets already sold, this is your final call to secure your spot at the University of Cotton Fest this year. Whether you’re here for the music, the skateboarding, the fashion, the food or just pure vibes – this is culture.
GET YOUR TICKET HERE
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR
As much as Cotton Fest is about music, it’s also about the fashion, and the combo’s speaking loudly to each other.
Go for a bold, expressive look that balances style with comfort—think graphic tees, crop tops, or standout jackets paired with baggy jeans, cargo pants, or biker shorts. Fresh sneakers are a must (heels / no heels your call!), and top it off with statement accessories like funky sunglasses, chains, a bucket hat or beanie, and a crossbody bag. Layer up with a flannel or hoodie for when it cools down, and don’t forget festival essentials like sunscreen, a power bank, and wipes.
Whether you’re channeling streetwear, Y2K, or local designer drip, this is the place to go all out—mix patterns, play with textures, and let your fit speak for itself.
WHAT ELSE CAN WE EXPECT AT THE FEST
If you are new to Cotton Fest, as always the festival will feature:
The Tuckshop – official Cotton Fest retail fashion store
Sports Arena – with live skateboarding competitions
The University Cafeteria – featuring top local food vendors
Engaging activations with customisation stations + live art installations
Three non-stop music stages powered by some of SA’s biggest lifestyle brands
This year’s event is powered by: Coke Studio, Youth X by Nedbank, Flying Fish, Extreme, Klipdrift, Johannesburg Housing Company, Jägermeister, Play Energy, Vuse and Velo. Broadcasting Partners are MTV Base and Y.
IMPORTANT COTTON FEST INFO
DATE: Saturday, 26th April 2025
TIME: 12:00 – 02:00
VENUE: The Station (Carr Street & Nelson Mandela Bridge, Newtown, JHB)
TICKETS: Limited tickets available at CottonFest.co.za
PRICE: From R350
TICKETS: HERE
WE NEVER DIE. WE MULTIPLY.
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