Oskido Big Day Out 2026: Two Stages at Johannesburg’s Huddle Park, South Africa, on 28 November
Key Facts
- Date and venue. Saturday 28 November 2026, from 12 noon to 10 p.m. Johannesburg time, at Huddle Park in Linksfield, in the eastern suburbs of Johannesburg.
- Who is behind it. Oskido, the DJ, producer and kwaito pioneer who co-founded the Kalawa Jazmee label. President Cyril Ramaphosa gave him the Order of Ikhamanga in Silver in May 2026.
- Line-up so far. Brothers of Peace, Liquideep, Mdu, DJ Tira and DJ Sox (as Durban’s Finest) and DJ Cndo. The organisers say a final phase of artists is still to come.
- Tickets. Webtickets lists the day at R595 to R1,950 (about US$36 to US$119), before its booking fee. General admission, VIP and limited premium hospitality are on sale.
- What is new. This is the third edition and the first with two stages. FNB, one of South Africa’s large banks, joined as official partner in September 2026.
Oskido Big Day Out returns to Huddle Park in Johannesburg on Saturday 28 November 2026. The one-day festival of kwaito, house and amapiano adds a second stage this year, with tickets from R595 (about US$36).
Oskido’s Big Day Out, a one-day music festival in Johannesburg, South Africa, takes place on Saturday 28 November 2026. The official website and Webtickets, the only seller, list Huddle Park in Linksfield from 12 noon to 10 p.m.
Oskido Big Day Out 2026: Date, Times and Place
The festival runs for ten hours on a single Saturday, from 12:00 to 22:00 South African Standard Time (UTC+2). Webtickets shows one date only, 28 November 2026.
Huddle Park lies in Linksfield, in the eastern suburbs of Johannesburg. It is one of the city’s largest parks, about 200 hectares of grassland, woodland and wetland, mostly taken up by golf courses.
Big Day Out was also held at Huddle Park in 2025, and the Kunye Jozi festival uses the same grounds on 7 November.
Who Oskido Is
Oskido is the stage name of Oscar Mdlongwa, a DJ, producer and businessman. He helped take kwaito, a South African style of house music born in the townships in the 1990s, to a national audience.
He co-founded Kalawa Jazmee Records, the independent label that launched the careers of Boom Shaka, Mafikizolo and Black Coffee. With Bruce “Dope” Sebitlo, he also formed the duo Brothers of Peace.
On 19 May 2026 President Cyril Ramaphosa gave him the Order of Ikhamanga in Silver. It is one of South Africa’s national honours for the arts and culture. The citation praised him for creating opportunities for young musicians.
A Third Edition With Two Stages
Big Day Out began in 2024 and sold out, according to LAmag. The second edition, on 29 November 2025, opened its line-up with DJ Fresh, TKZee and DJ Cleo. LAmag expected more than 5,000 people.
For 2026 the organisers have added a second stage, the festival’s first. Oskido said audiences asked for “more music” after last year, and the extra stage is his answer.
The organisers pitch the day at several generations: kwaito and early house for older fans, amapiano and hip hop for younger ones. Amapiano is a newer South African house style with a deep, piano-led sound.
This year’s edition also marks Oskido’s birthday and his national honour, according to the organisers’ September announcement. FNB, one of South Africa’s large retail banks, joined as official partner.
The Line-Up Announced So Far
The first announcement, in July 2026, named three headliners. They were Brothers of Peace, the Oskido and Bruce Sebitlo duo, the house act Liquideep and the kwaito artist Mdu.
In late September 2026 the organisers added DJ Tira and DJ Sox, performing as Durban’s Finest, and DJ Cndo. The festival says this year pays tribute to Durban’s influence on South African dance music over three decades.
A final phase of artists is still to be announced. No stage times or split between the two stages have been published.
Ticket Prices in Rand and Dollars
Webtickets, the official and only seller, lists the 28 November date at R595 to R1,950 (about US$36 to US$119). These prices exclude the Webtickets booking fee.
Dollar figures here use 16.42 rand to the US dollar, the rate at the close on 28 September 2026. The final cost in dollars will depend on your bank’s exchange rate on the day you pay.
The seller offers general admission, VIP and a limited number of premium hospitality tickets. It does not show the name or price of each tier on its public page.
For comparison, the 2025 edition sold tickets from R495 to R4,950 (about US$30 to US$302 at today’s rate), according to LAmag. Webtickets takes card payments, and it also lets buyers pay at Pick n Pay and Boxer supermarkets.
Getting There and Practical Tips for Foreigners
Linksfield lies north-east of central Johannesburg, a residential area of houses, schools and parkland. Most visitors from outside the area will find a car or a ride app the simplest option.
The organisers have not announced a park-and-ride service or shuttle for 2026. Webtickets directs buyers to the festival’s website and social media for FAQs, a code of conduct and updates.
Late November is early summer in Johannesburg, and afternoon thunderstorms are common. The city sits high above sea level, so sun protection and water matter on a ten-hour outdoor day.
Webtickets states that right of admission is reserved. Buy only through Webtickets or its partner stores, as the organisers name no other seller.
What Is Not Yet Known
The full line-up, stage times and any age limit for the 2026 edition have not been published. The vendor page also does not say how many tickets remain.
Early publicity in July quoted general admission from R695 (about US$42), while Webtickets now lists a lower starting price. Buyers should rely on the price shown at checkout, which is the only binding figure.
FAQ
When and where is Oskido’s Big Day Out 2026?
It takes place on Saturday 28 November 2026 at Huddle Park in Linksfield, Johannesburg. The festival runs from 12 noon to 10 p.m. Johannesburg time.
How much do Oskido’s Big Day Out tickets cost?
Webtickets lists the day at R595 to R1,950 (about US$36 to US$119), excluding its booking fee. General admission, VIP and limited premium hospitality tickets are available.
Who is on the Big Day Out 2026 line-up?
So far the organisers have named Brothers of Peace, Liquideep, Mdu, DJ Tira and DJ Sox as Durban’s Finest, and DJ Cndo. The organisers say a final phase of artists is still to be announced.
How do I get to Huddle Park?
Huddle Park is in Linksfield, in Johannesburg’s eastern suburbs. Most visitors arrive by car or ride app, and no official shuttle has been announced for 2026.
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Sources
Webtickets: Oskidos Big Day Out 2026 · Oskido’s Big Day Out: official website · Brand Icon Image: Durban’s Finest and Cndo join Big Day Out · Inbound SA: first artist announcement for Big Day Out 2026 · The Citizen: Oskido receives Order of Ikhamanga in Silver · LAmag: Oskido’s Big Day Out 2025, everything you need to know · Wikipedia: Huddle Park (Johannesburg)
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Sources: Webtickets (consulted 29 September 2026), Oskido’s Big Day Out official website (consulted 29 September 2026), Brand Icon Image (29 September 2026), Inbound SA (28 July 2026, updated 21 August 2026), The Citizen (19 May 2026), LAmag (1 October 2025), Wikipedia: Huddle Park (consulted 29 September 2026).
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