Roots & Rhythm Heritage Festival

16/07/2026

Curious about what’s next? Tune in as we sit down to break down all the exciting activities and sneak peeks for our upcoming event.

11/07/2026

Are you ready for the 2026 Roots & Rhythm Heritage Festival? 🇿🇦🔥
Heritage Month is calling, and we're preparing another unforgettable celebration of everything that makes Northern Cape beautifully unique.
Get ready for a vibrant showcase of our diverse cultures, rich heritage, proud traditions, authentic music, dance, fashion, cuisine, and storytelling. All in one spectacular experience.
This is more than a festival. It's a celebration of who we are, where we come from, and the legacy we're passing on to future generations.
The countdown has begun... the official poster and exciting announcements are loading!
Celebrate your roots. Feel the rhythm. Live the heritage.

09/07/2026

Exciting news!

Roots & Rhythm Heritage Festival is back!

Here is your opportunity to suggest artists for the main music festival! Who should be on the lineup?

28/05/2026

The next installment of Roots & Rhythm Heritage Festival is about to blow minds !

31/12/2025

Roots & Rhythm Heritage Festival 2025 was more than just an event; it was a love story dedicated to everything we hold dear. From celebrating our vibrant culture to honoring the memories that shape us, this year was about building a legacy together.
Thank you for believing in this dream and joining us on this incredible journey. Wishing you a beautiful New Year—2026 is going to be unforgettable. Stay safe, and we’ll see you soon!

11/11/2025

This was more than a festival. It was a legacy building project leaving more than just memories. The music workshop was designed to empower local artists from the Northern Cape.

May this be the first of many workshops.

https://www.romanna.net/music-industry-workshop-empowers-northern-cape-artists/

By Khumo Makame The Northern Cape Department of Sport, Arts and Culture in partnership with the Nothern Cape Arts Council hosted a powerful two day Roots and Rhythm Heritage Festival music workshop at the Northern Cape Theatre, presented by Exilite Holdings Pty Ltd – Events Management. The worksho...