Join us for the ultimate feel-good festival where craft brews meet community spirit – Ales for Tails, happening this year at our exciting new venue, Shongweni Club, on Saturday, 2 August!
Expect the same incredible energy you know and love, with free tasters from SA’s best home brewers for Top Dog ticket holders, live music from KZN’s top acts, and a bigger, better kids area for our little legends. But that’s not all – we’ve got some fresh new features to wag your tail about:
• Now supporting 12 amazing animal welfare organisations – your ticket directly helps paws in need.
• Cool Cat ticket holders can sip on a wide range of craft beers, gins, wines, and quick-pour cocktails.
• Introducing Ground Hound tickets for our non-drinkers and minors – come enjoy the vibe without the booze.
• Packed with fun – from mechanical bull riding to face painting, there’s something for every age and tail-wagging temperament.
• Hours extended to 10pm - let’s party til the cows come home!
Ticket Types:
(Tickets are limited, Phase 2 tickets available until 26 July)
Parking R30 per vehicle
• Top Dog - Includes free home brew tasters until 5pm, vote for your fave, then enjoy the full selection of craft drink sales.
Phase 2 R270 / Phase 3 R320 / Door R370
• Cool Cat - Access to the event, all the fun, and full access to alcoholic drink sales.
Full-day - Phase 2 R140 / Phase 3 R160 / Door R200
Night-only - Phase 2 R100 / Phase 3 R120 / Door R160
• Ground Hound - For non-drinkers and minors – enjoy all the activities and music (available full day or night only).
Full-day - Phase 2 R120 / Phase 3 R140 / Door R180
Night-only - Phase 2 R80 / Phase 3 R100 / Door R140
• Puppy Pals (ages 3–10) - Access to the secure, supervised kids area (open until 5pm).
Phase 2 R70 / Phase 3 R100 / Door R100
• VIPup - Day time access for your fur kids so they can also enjoy the jol.
R1 per dog - but must be vaccinated.
Lineup:
• Veranda Panda
• The Kickstands
• Phillip Taylor Band
• Angst Party
• Broken Advocate
• Wah Wah Baby
• Matt Gardiner
• Tiaan Rivers Band
• Gloucester Blues Project
• Oscar Rorvik
So, let’s raise a glass, rock out, and make a difference – Ales for Tails 2025 is where good vibes meet a great cause. Bring your friends, bring your family, and bring the love – it’s going to be pawsome!
Participating Charities:
KZN Valley Dogs • Paw Prints Rescue and Rehoming • Coastal Horse Care Unit • Stray Paws South Africa • Centre of Rehabilitation of Wildlife CROW • Mazarat Animal Rescue • Mitchell Park Paws • Sables Creatures • Giants Cup Animal Welfare • Pet Rescue Isipingo • Project Rhino
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