Woofstock is back in its 4th year and is barking mad with its line-up including FokofpolisiekarSunset Sweatshop, Loufi, Martin Bester and so much more.

“It’s one of our biggest line-ups yet” Monique O’Reilly, co-founder of Woofstock SA. “We aim to raise more awareness for the animals in need, raise more food, and more fun. This is our fourth year doing Woofstock and our second year at Mustangs. We are super excited for this event.”

Woofstock is an annual charity event that aims to raise awareness, funds, and food for two wonderful charities in 2024. Woofstock SA is proud to announce that GAIN (Graskop Animals In Need) and the SANParks K9 Watchdog Unit are the beneficiaries of the 4th Woofstock edition.

Put a paw print down for Woofstock 2024 which is taking place on Saturday 31 August 2024 at the Buffelsfontein Brandewyn Arena located inside of Mustangs, The Dancing Place, Nelspruit.

We have Fokofpolisiekar, Loufi, Sunset Sweatshop, Martin Bester and band, Pieter Marcato, and one surprise act – all on one stage, for one night only. The MC for the evening is DJ Dekstir who will also host the official after party at Mustangs, the dancing place.

The gates will open at 15:00, big screen rugby at 17:00, and the dance floor opens at 22:00 for one tail-shaking party.

The big rugby game between South Africa and New Zealand will be broadcast over a massive screen it will make you feel like you are in the stadium. It will be the first time these two teams meet since the Springboks won the Rugby World Cup in 2023. The game broadcast is included in your Woofstock ticket.

The Guitar Raffle returns this year, proudly sponsored by Marshall Music SA and Fender SA. A brand new, signed by the whole line up, Fender guitar worth R12 000, this guitar will be autographed by the whole 2024 Woofstock band lineup. Raffle tickets are sold separately at R100 each via TixSA website and on the day of the event.

We, at Small Town Music, want to challenge the wonderful community and businesses to donate dog food (any size and age), cat food (any age), harnesses for dogs, blankets, bowls, pet toys – any donation for pets in need. Donations can be dropped off at Mustangs in Nelspruit. This is for GAIN and SANParks K9 Watchdog Unit.

Mustangs have a wonderful kitchen that provides a delicious menu for any hungry cravings and a bar dedicated to the Woofstock area to quench your thirst. This year, Running Wild Coffee will be selling some delicious brews. A few more vendors will be announced soon. Your ticket will include entry to Mustangs, all the live music, and access to the band merch stand.

Need a place to stay? Nelspruit Lodge is offering all Woofstock 2024 ticket holders a discounted rate! Contact them on 013 741 1616 or info@nelspruitlodge.co.za but hurry, space is limited.

Want a new tattoo? Screamn’ Skin Tattoos is running a special throughout July. If you have a Woofstock ticket you automatically qualify for a 10% discount. You can also enter a draw if you get tattooed during the month of July with 2 x Woofstock General tickets and 2 x Meet & Greet tickets to Woofstock 2024. More information on Screamn Skin Tattoos Facebook – this competition is closing soon so get ink’d!

Screamn’ Skin Tattoos Woofstock 2024 competition - June July 2024
Screamn’ Skin Tattoos June/July special

Due to the lineup, the parental advisory is in effect that no children under the age of 14 years are allowed to attend the event. No children under the age of 18 years will be allowed to enter the venue without being accompanied by a parent.

Get your tickets and book your tables, this is going to be one barking mad event that will leave you purring for more. Remember you are doing this for the animals that have no voices, amazing people from GAIN and the SANParks K9 Watchdog Unit. Woof you there!

Marley is the founder and owner of Small Town Music. Born and bred in Nelspruit aka Nelsparta. Marley loves music (rock being a firm favourite), tattoos, festivals, animals and South Africa. Self-taught photographer and writer.