The Newtown Jazz & Heritage Festival 2026 celebrates South African and Pan-African jazz heritage in Johannesburg’s vibrant Newtown Precinct on January 30 and 31.
Rooted in the legacy of Niki’s Oasis, it unites generations through live performances honouring jazz as memory, movement, and culture.
Event Dates and Venue
The festival spans two days: January 30 (Day 1) and January 31 (Day 2), 2026, in the Newtown Precinct near Museum Africa.
Lineup Highlights
Day 1 features Ncesh Nonxishi, Lex Futshane & Sydney Mnisi Quartet (feat. Stanley Matlou and Sanele Phakathi), and Nduduzo Makhathini.
Day 2 showcases Yonela Mnana – Echoes of Marabi, Andile Yenana, Steve Dyer, and Ngwako Manamela.
Tickets and Pricing
Day passes are available via Web Tickets with prices around R250 for adults, R200 for pensioners, and R100 for children (confirm exact tiers on site).
Book directly at Web Tickets to secure spots for this popular Gauteng jazz event.
Why Attend
This festival aligns perfectly with local interests in live jazz, cultural events, and Johannesburg music scenes, much like recent queries on theatre, R&B/soul, and heritage festivals.
