By Vanessa
“I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have achieved.” – B. R. Ambedkar
It’s that time again—Galpalooza Fest is back and bolder than ever! Mark your calendars for 8 & 9 August 2025, because we’re throwing a two-day celebration of fierce, fearless, and fabulous females in the music industry!
Get ready for a weekend packed with live performances, all-female DJ sets, powerful voices, art, markets, and all the good vibes, set against the gorgeous backdrop of Otterlake, Pretoria. From iconic headliners to fresh local talent, Galpalooza is all about uplifting women, creativity, and community.
Bring your crew, your glitter, and your best festival energy. Whether you’re dancing by the stage, chilling at the campsite, or discovering your next favourite artist, this is your moment to shine.
Women’s Day weekend just got a glow-up. Let’s make it legendary.
#Galpalooza2025 #SheOwnsTheStage #AreYouEvenReady
What you need to know:
Here are the ticket options for Galpalooza Fest 2025 on 8 & 9 August at Otterlake:
Ticket Types & Prices
- General Admission (2‑day) – R 200
Includes entry for both Friday 8 Aug and Saturday 9 Aug quicket.co.za - Saturday Day Ticket (9 Aug only) – R 100
Entry for Saturday only quicket.co.za - Youth Ticket (ages 12–18) – R 50
Covers both days. Note: Those under 18 cannot access the bar area quicket.co.za - Kids under 12 – FREE
Entry for both days. Note: Under‑18 bar restrictions apply
Good to Know for Galpalooza 2025
- No under‑18s in bar area—including youth tickets (12–18) quicket.co.za
- Access includes both days for all tickets except the single‑day Saturday pass.
- Kids under 12 are free, making this a family‑friendly weekend.
Yes, people! Galpalooza is doing it again!
Join us this Women’s Day Weekend as we celebrate all things femme at Galpalooza Fest—a bold, beautiful, and unapologetically powerful tribute to women in music and the arts.
Who is on the line up at Galpalooza 2025?
Maddy Behrens
The Russian Dolls
Lee-Soulae
Marcia Moon
Jolling Band
TUIN
REETS
Black Heidi
Sozlol
Poison & Wine
Norra
Ultra Mel Band
DJ Gypsy Mama
Indigo Girl
KatztheSingr
Tea & Oranges
Belinda & Amy
Kayla The Crow
From blazing live sets to all-female DJ lineups, creative showcases, and vibrant market vibes, Galpalooza is at the forefront of putting women on stage—and letting them be heard. This is more than a festival; it’s a movement.
Women have long been a driving force in the music industry, breaking boundaries, challenging norms, and creating sounds that shape culture and inspire generations. From fierce vocalists and groundbreaking producers to visionary songwriters and dynamic performers, women bring passion, power, and perspective to every corner of the stage and studio.
Their influence is undeniable. Whether leading festivals, topping charts, or carving out new creative spaces, women are not just part of the music scene—they’re defining it. As voices of strength, vulnerability, resilience, and rebellion, they continue to prove that music isn’t just a platform—it’s a revolution.
Here’s to the women who turn up the volume and own the spotlight.
Celebrate strength, creativity, and sisterhood. Bring your energy, your friends, and your love for good music. Let’s make this Women’s Day weekend unforgettable!
Stay up to date with everything Galpalooza Fest 2025 by following their Facebook and Instagram pages.
“Bring your whole self to the experience. Because the more we do that, the more that people get to see that, the more comfortable everybody’s gonna be with it.” – Bozoma Saint John
