Catch Teeks, Good Neigbours and More for Parklive 2026 in Johannesburg

Parklive Festival is set to bring the good vibes for a day of great music and tasty food on Sunday, 30 August 2026. The festival brings to the stage some of music’s top artists with international performers Teeks (New Zealand) and Good Neighbours (UK) already confirmed as headliners.

Parklive Festival Teeks (left) and Good Neighbours (right) | What's on in Joburg — Teeks (left) and Good Neighbours (right)

Top international acts headline Parklive Festival

Parklive Festival is going big this 2026 with a massive lineup of international acts and supporting local acts. Already confirmed for this year’s gig lineup is New Zealand’s Teeks and straight from the UK, indie band Good Neighbours.

Teeks is a Māori soul singer whose 2021 single ‘First Time’ went extremely viral, earning him over 31 million streams on Spotify as well as a loyal fanbase in South Africa. Other tracks that have resonated with locals include ‘Remember Me’ and ‘Oil & Water’.

Good Neighbours duo Oli Fox and Scott Verrill have rapidly emerged as one of the world’s biggest breakthrough indie-pop acts, blending infectious energy with heartfelt songwriting and euphoric live performances.

Their debut single ‘Home’, first released in 2024, became the most-streamed debut single globally that year, accumulating over 500 million streams and earning platinum certification in both the UK and US. Their appearance at Parklive Jozi marks an exciting South African debut for local fans eager to experience one of indiepop’s fastest-rising international acts live.

Parklive Festival has become a mainstay for music lovers while drawing thousands of attendees who share a deep passion for live performances, sensational vibes, and a celebration of artistic expression.

From its humble beginnings, the festival has grown into a local phenomenon, renowned for its commitment to curating an eclectic mix of genres and embracing both established acts and rising stars.

Parklive Festival guests with beers in hand | What's on in Joburg

Tuck into street food fare and drinks

A regular fixture at this popular food and music pop-up event in Johannesburg is their immersive and all-encompassing experience. Festival-goers can beat the hunger pangs with street food, beer on tap, and other drinks from the village area. Weave your way through a welcoming mix of pop-up bars and market stalls.

How to book

Cost: From R695pp for adults; from R395pp for children 5 to 12 years of age; from R1295pp (VIP). Book via Howler. Kids 5 years and under enter for free