Up The Creek 2026

Nestled on the lush banks of the Breede River near Swellendam, Up The Creek has earned its place as one of South Africa’s favourite riverside music festivals – a magical escape where good tunes, good people, and good times collide in a one-of-a-kind setting. The 2026 festival kicked off with a major ticket rush this August with Early Bird tickets selling out quicker than in 2024.

Building on the first lineup announcement that set excitement ablaze, the second artist reveal now adds even more power, passion, and playfulness to the mix – headlined by Spoegwolf, whose poetic, high-energy performances have become the soundtrack of a new generation. They’ll be joined by Crimson House, masters of funk and folk-fusion revelry; Ross Learmonth, frontman of Prime Circle turned solo powerhouse; and the return of beloved rock outfit Plush, bringing a wave of nostalgia and emotional grit to the Creek stage.

Also joining the ranks are international indie singer-songwriter Ryan Harris (CANADA), Afro-fusion collective Kujenga, high-voltage blues rockers We Kill Cowboys, and the unmissable comedy chaos of The Most Amazing Show with Corné & Twakkie. The lineup continues to pulse with local brilliance, featuring Mila Smith, Club Valley, Petrol Station Pies, Pretty Loud, Kayla The Crow, The Tazers, and MaxX & Love – ensuring a soundscape that flows from heartfelt harmonies to late-night dance-floor abandon.

While the full 2026 artist line-up remains under wraps for now, Creekers can expect nothing less than a stellar mix of South Africa’s hottest acts and fresh up-and-coming talent, spanning rock, indie, folk, funk, blues, electro beats and everything in between.