South Africa Bike Festival 2017 Tickets on Sale

*25% off – January Special

Tickets are now on sale for the hugely successful South Africa Bike Festival, which debuted as the FIRST event in 2016 at the ALL NEW Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit. Back by popular demand from industry members and visitors alike the festival returns to electrify fans with motorcycling mayhem in May this year.  South Africa Bike Festival will be taking place from Friday the 26^th– to Sunday the 28^th May 2017 and will once again offer three days of fun-fuelled thundering two-wheeled, rip-roaring live action for the whole family.

Those who act fast have the opportunity to secure 25% off their tickets for a limited time only.  From Monday

16^th January, South Africa Bike Festival will offer the public a limited festive season special, ensuring the best possible price go to previous visitors and new fans of the festival who will be among the privileged few who secure their tickets to this high-octane event.  All visitors need to do is use the promo code “SUPERFAN25” when booking online through www.southafricabikefestival.com

Festival times announced:

Friday, 26^th May:                       11h00 – 19h00

Saturday, 27^th May:                   09h00 – 21h00

Sunday, 28^th May:                     09h00 – 17h00

Good news for families – Children under 10 can attend free of charge. And new for 2017 is a new hospitality experience aptly named the SUMTING Superior Upgrade ticket for just R371.25 using the 25% discount. This ticket includes a meal voucher, compliments of SUMTING FRESH, priority parking and fast track entry, access to the festival grounds for the whole day as well as all day access to the Kyalami Pit Roof with the best view of starting grid and stunt shows. These ticket holders will also be given first choice to purchase the much-anticipated Circuit Test Rides with a 24-hour head start above the Standard ticket holders. 

Back by popular demand, an even more exclusive VIP package returns for those motorcycle enthusiasts, corporate entertainers and industry heads that want a stress-free all-inclusive experience. The much sought after Sky Lounge Experience (R995pp @ Full Price) gives visitors an 180-degree view of the all new circuit and festival grounds from the Kyalami Pit Roof, includes 24hour advance first option on purchasing the Circuit Test Rides and most importantly a complimentary pop-up-style restaurant serving lunch throughout the day including complimentary beer, wine, and soft drinks.

Also included in The Sky Lounge Experience is VIP parking (cars or motorcycles), fast track entry, a VIP lanyard and festival guide. Acoustic performances will play throughout the day on the Pit Roof and for those who love convenience, organisers have also included access to the much-desired VIP rest rooms as well as a cloakroom to store helmets, jackets, gloves and shopping. These tickets are limited to 500 per day and are anticipated to sell out fast with the 25% discount that is currently on offer.

Ticket price breakdown for 2017:

All 2017 tickets include:

• Even bigger leading manufacturer displays and pit garage activations from Harley-Davidson, Ducati, BMW, Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, Yamaha and much more.
• Accessories Hall with the very best festival offers and discounts from top industry players
• First access to purchase 2-lap Circuit test rides with 7 motorcycles to test ride per participating manufacturer (launching March 2017)
• Monster Energy NIGHT time FMX performances with laser lighting, music & more
• Pride of Ownership – Classic Motorcycle displays and owners competition
• Custom Bike Build Championship with international judge, Frank Sander from Germany, as well as local judges Grant Mc Nicol and Malcolm Powrie from Ink & Iron
• Live Music and Entertainment from SA’s favourite musicians and bands
• Scooters and Commuters, Training Schools
• Off-Road & Adventure Ride-Outs with KTM, Husqvarna, BMW, Ducati & Can-Am to name a few
• Kids Action and Activities
• Sunday Charity Ride – 15minute ride around JHB ending with two-laps around Kyalami GP Circuit (R40 Top Up) *proceeds to go to Ride for a Reason, Claws & Paws

This and so much more can be expected at this year’s festival!  According to Toby Venter CEO, Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit & International Convention Centre, “Our three year agreement from 2017 with Clarion Events, to stage South Africa Bike Festival at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, continues to build on the success we saw with the inaugural event held last year. We look forward to growing a long term partnership with the Clarion Motoring team to progress live event opportunities for the industry and public in South Africa.”

SA Bike Festival is set to be the highlight of South Africa’s motorcycling events calendar this year.  Nicole Muller, Festival Director states: “We are delighted that Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit shares our vision and will be the venue partner for the next 3 years on this exciting journey. By building on the partnerships created in 2016, as well as introducing more live lifestyle activities, we are now proud to call ourselves South Africa’s annual and premier motorcycle, music and lifestyle festival.”

For more information on South Africa Bike Festival or for more details on the range of ticket packages on offer, please visit the festival website. Book your 25% discounted tickets from Monday 16^th January @ 09h00 via www.southafricabikefestival.com / iTickets.co.za or by calling the iTickets hotline 086 1000 291.

The event updates and more information can be found on the website, alternatively through social media channels;

facebook.com/sabikefestival  // twitter.com/SA_Bike_Fest  // instagram.com/sabikefestival #sabikefestival

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