Johannesburg, Friday, 13 March 2026 – 5FM, SA’s favourite youth radio station, is turning 2026 into the biggest year yet for South Africa’s festival lovers – announcing a powerhouse partnership with Connect Entertainment that brings the country’s most iconic lifestyle and music events straight into the heart of the 5 Nation.

This collaboration connects the airwaves to the dance floor, to the web, to the socials, to the VIBE and to the biggest festival party animals in South Africa.

With 5FM and Connect Entertainment – the team behind Anjunadeep Open Air, Festival De Mexico, The Big Greek Festival, H2O Music Festival and The Theatre Music Festival, known for staging unforgettable, high‑energy events that define youth culture – listeners can expect even cooler experiences, more energy and more electric party vibes.

With each event, 5FM will be on the ground with Smash Afrika Weekends broadcasting live to Ampli5 the vibe, with loads of exclusive artist interviews, epic competitions and more.

The festival season kicks off with Anjunadeep Open Air, landing in Johannesburg on 3 April 2026 at The River Cabin, Cedar Road, Nietgedacht, and Cape Town on 4 April 2026 at The Ostrich, Philadelphia. Global icons Above & Beyond headline both dates, bringing their celebrated Deep Sets experience to South Africa. Other power acts include James Grant & Jody Wisternoff and HANA, as well as local artists like BokkieULT, Corneliu SA, Karyendasoul, Dj Buhle, and Zakes Bantwini.

Next up is Festival De Mexico, returning to Montecasino Outdoor Arena on 2 May 2026. Expect Joburg’s best Mexican street food vendors, tequila tastings, a piñata showdown, SA’s hottest chilli‑eating competition and a massive music line‑up featuring 5FM’s very own Kyle Cassim and DJ Speedsta, Jeremy Loops, Lloyiso, Lady Zamar, Sun‑El Musician and El Cantante.

A week later, The Big Fat Greek Festival takes over Montecasino on 9 May 2026. Picture bouzouki beats, traditional dancing, Greek tavernas, delis, wine tastings and a vibrant cultural showcase. The entertainment line‑up includes International Greek Singer Anastasia, featuring Emmanouela Zabetak, DJ Pino, Costa & Pana, Mamma Mia, ShawnyB, Traditional Greek Dancing, belly dancers, a fashion Show, and Greek and Local DJs!

H2O Music Festival returns to its legendary home at Wild Waters, Boksburg again this summer and The Theatre Music Festival arrives in Johannesburg at the end of the year for another mind bending experience.

Masixole Mdingane, Business Manager for 5FM and Good Hope FM, says: “Power partnerships and epic events are how we make sure 5FM isn’t just a radio station. We’re a multimedia content hub for the movers and shakers, and more importantly, we’re a place where life’s most memorable and moving experiences are created and Ampli5ed. This collaboration with Connect Entertainment is a statement of intentional magic. It’s about culture, community and creating moments that stay with you long after the music stops.

With a mind-blowing festival line-up that is 2^nd to none, 5FM and Connect Entertainment are ready to own 2026. The music is calling… and South Africa’s youth are ready move to the beat.

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