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Your Ultimate Spring Day Out: ParkLive Festival Returns to Emmarentia

The Musical Beat of Joburg Returns

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Johannesburg’s favourite outdoor music celebration is back — and it’s bigger than ever! The 12th annual ParkLive Festival is set to take over Marks Park in Emmarentia on Saturday, 18 October 2025, promising a full day of live music, sunshine, and festival magic.

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A Line-Up You’ll Love

This year’s line-up is a showstopper, featuring some of South Africa’s most loved artists. Expect unforgettable performances from Matthew Mole, Shekhinah, The Parlotones, Freshlyground, Ross Learmonth, Ben Rodrigues, and SaxbyTwins, with even more acts still to be announced.

From soul-stirring acoustic sets to singalong hits and dance-floor anthems, ParkLive 2025 is bringing all the energy you need to celebrate spring in style.

More Than Just Music

But it’s not just about the tunes — ParkLive is a full-on lifestyle experience. Between sets, festivalgoers can explore the curated food and beverage village, filled with gourmet street eats, refreshing craft drinks, and sweet treats to keep the good times rolling.

Whether you’re lounging on the lawns with friends or dancing the day away, it’s the perfect fusion of beats and bites.

A Joburg Favourite

Since its debut, ParkLive has earned its place as a must-do event on Joburg’s social calendar, drawing thousands of locals and visitors every year for a day of community, creativity, and connection.

So, grab your sunnies, gather your crew, and get ready for a day that celebrates everything we love about live music and outdoor living.

Event Details

📅 Date: Saturday, 18 October 2025

📍Venue: Marks Park, Emmarentia (Orange Road, Randburg)

🎶 Line-up: Matthew Mole, Shekhinah, The Parlotones, Freshlyground, Ross Learmonth, Ben Rodrigues, SaxbyTwins & more

Time: Gates open at 10:00 | Event ends at 20:30

🎟️ Tickets: Available now on Howler

Editor’s Pick: Why We’re Going

We’ll be there — sunnies on, picnic blanket in hand — ready to soak up the sunshine, the good vibes, and every note of live music. There’s something about ParkLive that just feels like Joburg in spring — laid-back, lively, and full of flavour. From the food stalls to the headliners, this one’s shaping up to be the festival of the season. It is everything we love to write about at Hello Lifestyle!

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