I LOVE CY Park Festival 2026

Summer in the Suburbs - I LOVE CY Park FestivalEvent Date: Sunday, 6 December 2026, 14:00–19:00 at Jack Muller Park – BELLVILLE Featuring Fokofpolisiekar, Early B and Margot Rothman! Celebrate music legends, as we return to the place where it all started.....LOCAL MUSIC IS BETTER. TOGETHERBellville’s heartbeat is returning to its parks. This December 2026, the Summer in the Suburbs, I LOVE CY Park Festival rocks Jack Muller Park back as an open-air space where families, friends, and music lovers reconnect and gather to celebrate the culture that shaped the Northern Suburbs. Hosted by The Greater Tygerberg Partnership (GTP), the festival forms part of its better. bellville. together. placemaking initiative, a commitment to restoring public spaces as centres of community life.Headliners include Fokofpolisiekar and Early B, leading a diverse lineup of homegrown talent that honours Bellville’s musical legacy. Across one uplifting afternoon, the community can expect live performances, food trucks and the unmistakable energy of people reclaiming shared spaces.At its core, this festival will become an annual event, it’s the future where parks once more become a stage, every suburb a cultural hub, and every resident a co-creator of vibrant public places they’re proud to call their own.The I LOVE CY Park Festival – VIP ExperienceExperience the festival in style with exclusive VIP access! Make your festival experience extra special with a VIP ticket. Enjoy convenient VIP parking, a dedicated VIP entrance and separate pathway leading to an exclusive VIP area, complete with a private VIP tent, comfortable indoor seating and a dedicated outdoor viewing area overlooking the concert.Your VIP experience includes a curated selection of food and beverages, including alcoholic drinks, so you can relax, indulge and enjoy the festivities without missing a moment of the show.You’ll also enjoy exclusive VIP access to opportunities for artist meet-and-greets and photographs (subject to artist availability), plus a specially curated VIP event gift bag.Your VIP ticket includes:Dedicated VIP parking.Exclusive VIP entrance and access pathway.Private VIP tent and hospitality area.Comfortable indoor seating with concert views.Dedicated outdoor concert viewing area.Complimentary food and beverages, including alcoholic drinks.Opportunities for artist meet-and-greets and photographs (subject to artist availability).Exclusive VIP event gift bag.Celebrate summer, enjoy the music and experience I LOVE CY Park Festival with VIP treatment!GET READY FOR A GREAT DAY OUT!We’re looking forward to welcoming you to Summer in the Suburbs - I LOVE CY Park Festival, an afternoon of live music, great food, local culture and community spirit at Jack Muller Park.With an exciting lineup of homegrown talent, food trucks, craft stalls and plenty of entertainment, it’s time to gather your friends and family and celebrate the spirit of the Northern Suburbs - at the place where it all started a few decades ago with local music legends. Before you head out, here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your I LOVE CY Park Festival experience.EVENT TIMESGates open: 13:00Stage programme begins: 14:00 for 14h30Festival programme closes: 19:00Arrive early, find a comfortable spot and enjoy the atmosphere before the music begins.WHAT YOU CAN BRINGYou’re welcome to bring the following:Your own food and snacks.Picnic blankets.Camping chairs and portable chairs.Cooler bags (*subject to security inspection).Sealed bottled water only. Water bottles must be unopened and sealed upon entry.Your hats, sunnies, sunblock and personal sun protection.Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for an outdoor event in a grass-seated park environment. Hats and sunglasses are also highly recommended.WHAT YOU CANNOT BRINGFor everyone’s safety, comfort and enjoyment, the following items are not permitted:NO Alcoholic beverages. *No alcohol may be brought into the festival.NO glass bottles or glass containers.NO Umbrellas.NO Gazebos or other large shade structures.NO Pets or animals.Umbrellas and gazebos are not permitted as they obstruct views, take up valuable space and may affect the experience of other festival-goers.Please be considerate when positioning your blankets and chairs to ensure everyone can enjoy the performances.FOOD & BEVERAGESCOME HUNGRY! And feast on delicious burgers, pizzas, tacos, drinks, sweet treats and ice-cream. A variety of food trucks and food vendors will be available throughout the festival, offering food and refreshments for purchase. This includes: Halaal food vendors.Pack your own picnic, you’re welcome to bring your own food and snacks.A designated, strictly over eighteen access enclosed liquor sales area will be available for guests wishing to purchase alcoholic beverages. Please note that no outside alcohol is permitted into the festival grounds, and no glass bottles.CHILDREN & FAMILIESThis is a community festival and families are…