Tickets available from Quicket
The countdown is officially on. With less than two weeks to go, Praise the LOUD Fest returns to Sognage on Saturday, 24 October 2026, bringing together some of South Africa’s most loved alternative acts, a new generation of artists, and hundreds of fans for a full-throttle celebration of loud music, big personalities and everything that makes the alternative community so special.
Following two standout editions in 2025 that firmly established Praise the LOUD Fest as one of South Africa’s fastest-growing independent alternative music festivals, this year’s edition is shaping up to be the biggest yet.
And it’s about much more than what happens on stage.
Praise the LOUD Fest is an alternative culture experience with live music, tattoos, food, merch, VIP surprises, good people and all the vibes.
[Pictured: BOO!]
THE COUNTDOWN TO THE LOUDest DAY OF THE YEAR
This year’s lineup brings together some of South Africa’s most respected names alongside one of its most exciting new acts:
- BOO!
One of South Africa’s most iconic alternative rock bands, BOO! remain a beloved name thanks to their unique Monkipunk sound, explosive live performances and a catalogue that helped define the local alternative scene.
- Ac/Es
Bringing together acclaimed singer-songwriter Arno Carstens and guitarist, producer and songwriter Evert Snyman, Ac/Es combines decades of experience with a fresh creative energy. Their self-titled debut album earned a 2026 South African Music Award (SAMA32) nomination for Best Rock Album, while the duo was also recognised in the prestigious Duo/Group of the Year category.
- Fuzigish
South African punk royalty. After more than two decades of high-energy ska-punk anthems, Fuzigish remains one of the country’s most exciting live acts, delivering the kind of explosive, crowd-driven performance that Praise the LOUD fans have come to expect.
- Cutting Jade
With a catalogue packed with memorable hits, soaring melodies and powerful songwriting, Cutting Jade return to the stage with the emotionally charged alternative rock that has made them one of South Africa’s most recognisable independent bands.
- Black Heidi
One of SA’s most captivating emerging singer-songwriters, Black Heidi brings her warm, soulful voice and genre-blending sound to the festival. Following the success of “I’m Fine”, which reached No. 1 on the 5FM 5 Nights Indie Chart, “Bullfrog” and her acclaimed debut album Sunshine’s Bright Shiny Beam, she’s fast becoming one of the country’s must-see live acts.
- #SOZLOL
The fun DJ duo will close out the night with an infectious party set packed with alternative favourites, seamless mixing and the kind of energy that keeps the crowd going long after the bands have left the stage.
[Pictured: Ac/Es]
MORE THAN A MUSIC FESTIVAL
Praise the LOUD Fest is built around nostalgia, discovery and community. It’s not a genre, it’s a lifestyle.
This year, festival-goers can expect even more reasons to arrive early, stay late and make a day of it.
Live tattooing is back, with Luna Black bringing their ink and creativity to the festival once again, because what better souvenir is there than something you can keep forever?
There will also be food stands, exclusive band merchandise, alternative culture and fashion, craft beverages, and, of course, all the vibes that make Praise the LOUD Fest unlike any other day on the South African festival calendar.
For those who don’t want the party to end when the last song does, BLY is offering a discount at Hotel Sky Sandton for festival-goers who want to stay over on the night. Simply go to https://blytravel.co.za/promo to make your discounted booking.
THE VIP EXPERIENCE: COME FOR THE MUSIC, STAY FOR THE SWAG
For fans who want to get closer to the action, the limited Behind the Curtain VIP Pass delivers an experience designed to take the festival to another level.
VIP ticket holders get:
- One hour early access, from 15:00
- Exclusive VIP lounge area
- Private bar and bathrooms
- Welcome drinks
- A secret acoustic performance
- An exclusive meet-and-greet with the bands
- Professional fan photographs in the festival photobooth
- And an exclusive VIP Swag Bag to end all Swag Bags, packed with merchandise and goodies from the festival and its artists
It’s the ultimate way to experience Praise the LOUD Fest and VIP tickets are limited.
Festival gates open at 16:00, with Behind the Curtain VIP Pass holders enjoying exclusive early access from 15:00.
With the first two phases of tickets already sold out, fans are urged to get theirs fast from Quicket. Limited Behind the Curtain VIP Passes are available for fans who want the full Praise the LOUD experience.
With less than two weeks to go, tickets are moving and this is one festival where waiting until the last minute could mean missing out.
Whether you’re coming for the bands, the tattoos, the merch, the food, the nostalgia, the new discoveries, the VIP experience or simply to spend an evening surrounded by people who get it, Praise the LOUD Fest is where South Africa’s alternative community comes together.
Saturday, 24 October 2026. Sognage.
The amps are loud. The bands are ready. The tattoos are waiting.
Now all that’s missing is you.
Praise the LOUD Fest. It’s not a genre. It’s a lifestyle.
Praise the LOUD Fest info:
Date: Saturday, 24 October 2026
Venue: Sognage
Address: 1 Main Road, Sunninghill, Sandton, Johannesburg
Lineup: BOO!, Ac/Es, Fuzigish. Cutting Jade, Black Heidi, #SOZLOL
Time:
• VIP (Behind the Curtain Pass): Gates open 15:00
• General Admission: Gates open 16:00
• Event concludes by 00:00 (because we all like to be in bed by midnight! ;))
Tickets: https://www.quicket.co.za/events/374414-praise-the-loud-fest-2026/#/
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