Yes you heard right Essence Festival is back and this time it’s bigger and better than before. Hitting Durban shores from 30 September to 1 October, get ready for a weekend of non-stop entertainment and inspiration! Fans can look forward to world class music concerts and a daily empowerment experience which will offer workshops and seminars across various sectors, including development of women and youth in business. Taking place at the Durban ICC Arena, fans will get to witness legends such as Jill Scott, Bishop T.D Jakes, Joyous Celebration and many more live over the two days. 

Things you need to know about Essence Festival:

Venue: Durban ICC Arena – International Convention Centre ICC
Dates: Saturday 30 September & Sunday, 1 October
Performers: Saturday Durban Essence All-Star Music Concert: featuring Jill Scott, Mi Casa, Nasty C and many more.
Sunday Essence All-Star Gospel Concert: Headliners – Bishop TD Jakes and Joyous Celebration
Speakers: Dr. Judy Dlamini, Phuti Mahanyele, Al Sharpton, Khaya Dlanga and many more.
Tickets: Range from R195 – R435 for both days get yours now before they sell out here – Day 1 & Day 2

We have 1 set of double tickets to give away for both shows to 2 lucky subscribers. All you have to do is answer these 2 simple questions in the comments section below!

Question 1: This artist was introduced to the world by hip-hop mega-group “The Roots”; starred in the hit TV series “The number 1 ladies detective agency” shot in Botswana, and she will be headlining the Essence Festival All Star concert on the 30th of September at the Durban ICC. Tell us who she is and stand a chance to win a double ticket to this incredible show. 

Question 2: Can you guess who these artists are; one is a world renowned Bishop, the others are a popular Gospel Choir from SA. Together they collaborated to record a classic DVD live in the US last year and will be performing together again on the 1st of October at the Essence Festival.Get the 2 names right of and stand a chance to win a double ticket to the Essence Gospel show on Sunday

Join us for an awesome weekend at Essence Festival Durban and let’s make some EPIC memories! Durban get ready for a weekend to remember!!

COMPETITION IS CLOSED! CONGRATULATIONS Nthabiseng Tseleli

Like with all our competitions terms & conditions apply so make sure to follow them:

Terms & Conditions:

Competitions opens 20 September & closes on 25 September 2017
Winners will be announced on 27 September and contacted via email ( make sure you use correct email when entering)
Winners will be selected by a Randomiser
You have to be subscribed to the blog.
You have to follow us on Twitter – @AverageSA_Blog
You have to follow Essence Festival on Twitter –@Essencefest
Prize does not include transport

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Here’s what went down at Essence Festival Durban 2016!