Taung Cultural Calabash

01/11/2025

Artist Spotlight
Get ready to experience pure magic on stage with Maglera Doe Boy, bringing unforgettable energy, rhythm, and passion to the Taung Cultural Calabash 2025!

Join us at Mmabana Taung as we celebrate music, art, fashion, and culture under the theme “Revived. Refreshed. Reloaded.”

1 November 2025
Mmabana Taung Cultural Centre
Tickets available at Computicket, Shoprite, Checkers & Usave

Don’t miss the fire. Don’t miss the vibe.

01/11/2025

Artist Spotlight
Get ready to experience pure magic on stage with Fifi Cooper San, bringing unforgettable energy, rhythm, and passion to the Taung Cultural Calabash 2025!

Join us at Mmabana Taung as we celebrate music, art, fashion, and culture under the theme “Revived. Refreshed. Reloaded.”

1 November 2025
Mmabana Taung Cultural Centre
Tickets available at Computicket, Shoprite, Checkers & Usave

Don’t miss the fire. Don’t miss the vibe.

01/11/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Pabi Cooper has officially joined the Taung Cultural Calabash Music Festival lineup!

The multi-talented hitmaker behind “Isphithiphithi” and “Waga Bietjie” is bringing her energy, her voice, and her unstoppable Amapiano vibes to Mmabana Taung today! 🎤✨

📅 Today – Saturday, 1 November 2025
📍 Mmabana Taung Precinct
🎟️ Tickets available at Computicket & Shoprite/Checkers
💥 Gates open at 12:00PM — come early, stay late, and feel the rhythm of Taung!

31/10/2025

31 October 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Taung Cultural Calabash sends well wishes to artist Kharishma

The Taung Cultural Calabash Festival and the Mmabana Arts, Culture and Sport Foundation have received news of the unfortunate car accident involving artist Kharishma earlier this morning in Limpopo.

We extend our deepest sympathies and heartfelt well wishes to Kharishma as she recovers from this difficult time. At this moment, the entity and Festival team are affording Kharishma’s family and, management the space and privacy to handle the situation.

While we await further updates, we remain hopeful and continue to keep her in our thoughts. Kharishma has been an incredible inspiration to many, and we stand firmly behind her and her team during this time.
We kindly request sensitivity and understanding from fans and media as we prioritise care, compassion, and accurate information.

For further information, please contact:

Mpho Lepedi
Media liaison officer
Cell no 083 998 3865/ [email protected]

Kgalalelo Molotsi
Mmabana Arts Culture and Sport Foundation
Manager: Marketing and Communications
Cell no 063 687 0724/ [email protected]

31/10/2025

30/10/2025

🌅 IT’S OFFICIALLY HERE, TAUNG!
The Taung Cultural Calabash 2025 kicks off today — a celebration of art, fashion, culture, and the spirit of the North West!

👗 Fashion Show
Join us tonight for a spectacular showcase of creativity and style — featuring a special appearance and masterclass from world-renowned designer .

🎶 The energy is high, the culture is alive — this is where heritage meets modern expression!

📍 Mmabana Taung Precinct
🕓 Doors open from 19:00

28/10/2025

🌟 Experience the Calabash in VIP Style! 🌟
The Taung Cultural Calabash 2025 invites you to indulge in the ultimate festival experience — where culture meets comfort.

🎟️ VIP Hospitality Packages Include:
🍖 Meat platter & full bar tab
🥂 Access to the exclusive hospitality marquee
🎶 Premium seating with the best view of the stage
🚗 VIP parking close to the action

Make this year’s Calabash one to remember — limited VIP tickets available now!

📞 Call Tsolo: 066 330 9725
📧 Email: [email protected]

28/10/2025

😂 It’s time to laugh, Taung! 🎭

The Taung Cultural Calabash Comedy Show is just around the corner — and it’s bringing pure fire to the stage this Friday, 31 October at Mmabana Taung Theatre!

🎤 Featuring SA’s top comedians guaranteed to leave you in stitches!
Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter, good vibes, and homegrown energy.

📅 Date: Friday, 31 October 2025
📍 Venue: Mmabana Taung Theatre
⏰ Time: Doors open 18:00 | Show starts 19:00
🎟️ Tickets: R150 (Early Bird) | R200 (General)
Available now at Computicket or any Shoprite/Checkers nationwide.
Tickets available here: https://computicket.com/event/taung-cultural-calabash-comedy-festival/7cca3630-a324-4faf-9a19-c00270344b03

Come through, bring your friends — because laughter is culture too!

28/10/2025

🎙️ LIVE ON AIR TODAY!
At 09:10 AM — catch , the Visual Arts Curator for the Taung Cultural Calabash 2025, live on Mahikeng FM!

She’ll be talking all things art, culture, and the creative heartbeat of the North West, ahead of this year’s Taung Cultural Calabash 🎨✨

📅 Date: Today, 28 October 2025
⏰ Time: 09:10 AM
📻 Tune in: Mahikeng FM — Don’t miss it!