Milk + Cookies Festival Returns Bigger with Move Mzansi Stage Spotlighting Local Youth Culture
Majid Jordan will return to South Africa as a headliner. They will lead the highly anticipated Milk + Cookies Festival 2026. They join forces with Gunna and a powerhouse lineup. The performances are scheduled for dates in Cape Town and Johannesburg. Majid Jordan is known for their genre-defying R&B sound. Their music bridges global influence with South Africa’s rich musical heritage. They typify the festival’s goal of blending international excellence with local creative energy.
The debut of Milk + Cookies Music Week in 2025 was sold-out, attracting over 20,000 fans. This year’s event runs from 19 December 2025 to 13 January 2026. It promises an even more ambitious celebration of South African heritage. The event focuses on community upliftment and talent showcasing on a global platform.
The debut of the Move Mzansi Stage is a standout feature of the festival. It is powered by Extreme and dedicated to South Africa’s movement-driven youth culture. This stage features a wide range of music, from amapiano and deep house to electronic and dance music. It offers a vibrant platform for emerging DJs, dancers, and creators. These artists are redefining the country’s cultural landscape. Extreme’s partnership reinforces its mission to empower young South Africans through positive energy, bold self-expression, and boundary-pushing creativity.
The festival’s extensive line-up includes major acts such as Gunna, Nasty C, and A-Reece. It is supported by a dazzling roster of homegrown talents across both cities. Beyond performances, Milk + Cookies fosters growth and collaboration through writing camps and industry panels. It also promotes pop-up shops that spotlight local fashion. Additionally, there are impactful community initiatives aimed at lasting economic uplift.
Tickets for the Milk + Cookies Festival 2026 are now available via the official website and Howler platform. The Cape Town event is on 3 January, and Johannesburg is on 10 January. The event is strictly for attendees aged 18 and over. For updates and all things festival-related, follow @milkcookiesfest on Instagram, TikTok, and X.
This is more than a festival. It’s a vibrant gathering where global sounds meet local culture. It is an energetic celebration of South African creativity and youth-driven innovation.
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