Expo
Johannesburg Expo
Johannesburg, South Africa
27 – 31 July 2026
27 July – 8 September 2026
Safari Fiesta 2026
Connecting tourism, talent and opportunity across Southern Africa.
72
Days
19
Hours
35
Minutes
46
Seconds
Until Johannesburg Expo opens
About Safari Fiesta
A two-stage celebration of tourism & talent.
Safari Fiesta is an annual tourism and economic development event built in two acts — an industry exhibition followed by a music festival and documented safari experience.
Stage 1 — Exhibition
- • Businesses present ideas to investors and partners
- • Entrepreneurs receive support with implementation & administration
- • Connecting employers with graduates and tourism industry talent
Stage 2 — Festival & Safari
- • Music festival featuring leading African artists
- • Artists join a documented safari trip
- • The journey promotes tourism packages through performers
Tourism Promotion
Showcasing Southern Africa's most spectacular destinations through artists and storytellers.
Economic Development
Backing entrepreneurs, businesses and graduates working in the tourism industry.
Industry Networking
Where business meets entertainment — a fertile ground for partnerships and growth.
The Journey
All events Six stops. Two countries.
Festival
Polokwane Music Festival
Polokwane, South Africa
1 August 2026
Safari
Safari Trip — South Africa
Kruger National Park → Cape Town
2 – 12 August 2026
Expo
Francistown Expo
Francistown, Botswana
23 – 27 August 2026
Festival
Maun Music Festival
Maun, Botswana
28 August 2026
Safari
Safari Trip — Botswana
Maun → Victoria Falls
29 August – 8 September 2026
Tourism Partners
Tourism SA
Botswana Tourism
SANParks
Okavango
Kruger Co.
Cape Routes
Be part of Safari Fiesta 2026.
Register as an exhibitor, performer, partner or job seeker — or grab your festival ticket today.
Event Gallery
Glimpses of the experience