November 28, 2024 - The Cape Town Carnival is set to celebrate its 15th year with a Storm! The annual extravaganza will return in March 2025, and for the first time, it will feature the iconic Cape Town sports team DHL Stormers, making it bigger, better and more exciting than ever.
Cape Town Carnival 2024On Saturday 15 March, Green Point’s Fanwalk will come alive with music, colour, and performers from all walks of life. Dancers, acrobats, firefighters, and roller skaters will wow the crowds. And included in the cultural spectacle will be the familiar faces from Cape Town’s favourite rugby team.
Speaking about the team’s involvement, Director of Rugby at the DHL Stormers, John Dobson, says: “We look forward to participating in and supporting such a wonderful Cape Town initiative. The Cape Town Carnival has become a highlight in the city’s calendar and aligns perfectly with our objective of making Cape Town smile. We cannot wait to see our fans cheering us on at an event that promises to offer an amazing night of entertainment!”
DHL Stormers/Cole CruickshankThe DHL Stormers will take to the fanwalk on a dedicated “Taking the Cape by Storm” float with a unique and rousing soundtrack, and Carnival attendees will have a chance to see their heroes up close (and maybe even pose for some selfies) as the float makes its way down the Fanwalk.
Captain of the DHL Stormers team, Dan du Plessis, is excited about the upcoming event, saying: “As a proud Capetonian, I know how much the Carnival means to the City, so we cannot wait to be part of the 15th anniversary. Some of the guys in the squad have already started practising their moves and are excited to show them off to everyone when we hit the Fanwalk next year.”
Cape Town CarnivalCape Town Carnival Board Chair Prof Rachel Jafta commented: “We are so delighted that the DHL Stormers will be joining us and bringing their gees to this iconic Cape Town event. The 2025 carnival will include some special guests that promise to make this carnival bigger and better than ever, and we look forward to welcoming Capetonians, South Africans and all visiting tourists to this fabulous celebration of art, community and entertainment!”
Sponsors and Partners of the programmes and event:
City of Cape Town
Multichoice
National Department of Sport, Arts and Culture
National Lottery Commission
DStv
Media24
Western Cape Government (Premier's Office and Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport)
Southern Sun Hotels
