WAV Festival 2027 Tickets and Lineup: Ty Dolla $ign, KWN and Mafikizolo in Cape Town and Pretoria
Last updated: 29 October 2026
Quick answer: WAV Festival 2027 takes place in Cape Town on Saturday 2 January 2027 (Green Point Track) and Pretoria on Sunday 3 January 2027 (SunBet Arena). Ty Dolla $ign and KWN headline both cities, and Mafikizolo joins the Cape Town bill. Cape Town tickets are on sale through Howler, with General Phase I at R849 and Golden Circle Phase I at R1,499. Pretoria tickets are sold through Webtickets.
WAV Festival 2027 at a glance
| Event Details | Cape Town | Pretoria |
|---|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, 2 January 2027 | Sunday, 3 January 2027 |
| Venue | Green Point Track, 11 Fritz Sonnenberg Road, Green Point | SunBet Arena, Pretoria |
| Time | 12:00–23:00 | Check the official ticket listing |
| International headliners | Ty Dolla $ign, KWN | Ty Dolla $ign, KWN |
| Local acts | Mafikizolo, Lordkez, Lusanda, Thando Zide, Xowie, DJ Loyd, Sir Vincent | Lordkez, Lusanda, Thando Zide, Xowie |
| Ticket platform | Howler | Webtickets |
| General admission | Phase 1: R849 | Check Webtickets for current pricing |
| Golden Circle | Phase 1: R1,499 | Check Webtickets for availability and pricing |
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WAV Festival 2027 tickets and prices
KWN tickets in South Africa and tickets for every other act are the same festival ticket, because both international headliners play both cities.
Cape Town ticket prices
According to the official Howler page, the first phase of ticket sales lists:
| Ticket | Price (Phase I) |
|---|---|
| General | R849 |
| Golden Circle | R1,499 |
Prices exclude booking fees and can change when the next phase opens.
4-for-3 offer: organisers have promoted a limited-time 4-for-3 ticket special so friends can go together. By our calculation, four General Phase I tickets for the price of three works out to about R636.75 each. Check Howler for the current terms.
Golden Circle: the festival has partnered with Bernini for its Golden Circle experience across the weekend.
Pretoria ticket prices
Pretoria prices weren’t confirmed in the sources we checked. Check the official Webtickets page for current tiers.
What are the ticket phases?
WAV releases tickets in phases. Cape Town currently lists “Phase I” tickets. In the usual pattern for festivals, later phases open at higher prices once earlier allocations sell out, but WAV hasn’t published its phase schedule, so check Howler for the live phase and price. Phase 1 pre-sale access opened ahead of the 6 October general sale.
WAV Festival 2027 lineup
Organisers have announced a Phase 1 lineup:
International headliners (both cities)
- Ty Dolla $ign: Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and producer from Los Angeles, known for moving between R&B, hip-hop and pop and for collaborations with major artists.
- KWN: UK alternative R&B artist. She and Ty Dolla $ign share a project, which has been a talking point since the announcement.
Cape Town, Saturday 2 January
Mafikizolo, Lordkez, Lusanda, Thando Zide, Xowie, plus DJ sets from DJ Loyd and Sir Vincent. One outlet also lists WizTheMc for Cape Town, which the others don’t. Confirm against WAV’s official lineup before you publish.
Pretoria, Sunday 3 January
Lordkez, Lusanda, Thando Zide and Xowie, alongside Ty Dolla $ign and KWN. One outlet lists only Lordkez, Lusanda and Xowie. Confirm Thando Zide against the official lineup.
The festival has also promised exclusive DJ sets from top international names and a showcase of South Africa’s best emerging R&B DJs. More acts may be announced.
Is KWN coming to South Africa?
Yes. KWN is one of the two international headliners of WAV Festival 2027 and will play both Cape Town on 2 January and Pretoria on 3 January 2027. It’s her first announced South African festival appearance.
WAV Festival Cape Town: 2 January 2027
- Venue: Green Point Track, 11 Fritz Sonnenberg Road, Green Point, Cape Town 8051
- Hours: 12:00 to 23:00
- Lineup: Ty Dolla $ign, KWN, Mafikizolo and more
- Tickets: Howler, from R849 (General Phase I)
Cape Town is where WAV began. The festival made its debut in the city in January 2026, with Wale, Mariah the Scientist and Isaiah Falls on the bill.
WAV Festival Pretoria: 3 January 2027
- Venue: SunBet Arena
- Lineup: Ty Dolla $ign, KWN, Lordkez, Lusanda, Thando Zide and Xowie
- Tickets: Webtickets
Pretoria is new in 2027, which makes this the festival’s first Gauteng edition and the second edition overall, going by most coverage. One outlet calls it the third year, so treat that as unconfirmed.
What is WAV Festival?
WAV is a festival that organisers describe as R&B, reimagined through an African lens. It is founded by Africa Creative Agency (ACA) and combines a curated R&B lineup with fashion and culture, honouring the genre’s roots while shaping its future. It’s also searched for as “WAV Fest” and sometimes “Wave Festival”.
Why this lineup matters
Ty Dolla $ign’s catalogue and collaborations give WAV a headliner with crossover appeal across R&B, hip-hop and pop. KWN’s alternative R&B sound adds a different texture, and Mafikizolo’s catalogue gives the Cape Town show a South African anchor. The Pretoria launch also gives the festival its first Gauteng audience.
Planning your trip
- Choose your city: Cape Town on the Saturday, Pretoria on the Sunday. They’re a day apart, so attending both means travelling between cities.
- Check set times: none had been published in the sources we checked.
- Book early: accommodation and flights around 2 to 3 January fill up in both cities.
- Check the venue rules, such as bag policies and entry times, on the ticket pages.
Frequently asked questions
When is WAV Festival 2027?
Cape Town on Saturday 2 January 2027 and Pretoria on Sunday 3 January 2027.
Who is performing at WAV Festival 2027?
Ty Dolla $ign and KWN headline both cities. Mafikizolo, Lordkez, Lusanda, Thando Zide, Xowie and others are on the bill, depending on the city.
Is KWN coming to South Africa?
Yes. She headlines WAV Festival Cape Town and Pretoria in January 2027.
How much are WAV Festival 2027 tickets?
Cape Town Phase I tickets list at R849 for General and R1,499 for Golden Circle. Check Webtickets for Pretoria.
How much are KWN tickets in South Africa?
KWN is part of the festival lineup, so you buy a WAV Festival ticket. Cape Town starts at R849 (General Phase I).
Where do I buy tickets?
Cape Town through Howler, and Pretoria through Webtickets.
Where is WAV Festival 2027 held?
At Green Point Track in Cape Town and SunBet Arena in Pretoria.
What are the ticket phases?
Tickets are released in phases, with Phase I currently listed in Cape Town. Check Howler for the live phase and price.
Is there a ticket deal?
A limited-time 4-for-3 special has been promoted. Check Howler for current terms.
What time does WAV Cape Town start?
12:00 on 2 January, finishing at 23:00.
Is Ty Dolla $ign performing?
Yes, in both cities.
Who played at the first WAV Festival?
The 2026 Cape Town debut featured Wale, Mariah the Scientist and Isaiah Falls.
