What time does the Cape Town International Jazz Festival start, and everything else you need to know

It's all systems go for the Cape Town International Jazz Festival.

Hosted at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), the event promises a stellar line-up of multiple award winning artists and acts set to light up across four stages over two nights.

Times

The CTIJF takes place on Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26. On Friday, doors will open at 5:45pm and on Saturday, from 4:45pm.

Event access and parking

Public Parking is available at P1 and designated off-street areas.

Disabled Parking is located in P1 on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Drop-Off Zone: Outer lane of Heerengracht Circle.

E-Hailing Zones: Lower Long Street (outside SARS building) Heerengracht Street (outside Burger King)

Entry policy

There are no pass outs. Re-entry is not permitted once you exit the venue.

Traffic advisory

Expect significant traffic delays due to a major rugby match at the stadium.

Festivalgoers are advised to plan accordingly and allow additional travel time.

Rosies Stage - Limited tickets

Tickets for Rosies Stage performances are R30 per show, available exclusively at the festival.

Limited availability – early purchase is recommended.

Cashless experience

This is a fully cashless event. Attendees will be issued a HOWLER wristband, which can be pre-loaded and topped up with funds for all on-site purchases, including food, beverages, and merchandise.

Artist line-up

The line-up features world renowned artists, Black Coffee and Nduduzo Makhathini. This particular presentation will also feature an orchestra, horns, percussion and some very special guests singing some of the well-known pieces from the duet.Thandiswa Mazwai, a cultural icon and one of the country's most powerful voices, Kyle Shepherd, a defining force in SA jazz as well as bassist, composer, and sonic explorer Benjamin Jeptha, Ari Lennox, Linda Sikhakhane, Nomfundo Xaluva, Victor Masondo Quartet with Thembi and Bheki Khoza, Lira and so much more.

For more information, check out the CTIJF website

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