Win tickets to the Johannesburg Champagne festival

Johannesburg’s most glamorous winter social event is back, and this year promises even more sparkle, style and indulgence.

The Johannesburg Cap Classique, Champagne & Bubbles Festival returns to the Inanda Polo Club on 30 and 31 May 2026, bringing together some of South Africa’s finest Cap Classique producers alongside international Champagne and sparkling wine houses.

Celebrated with J.C. Le Roux, this year’s festival embraces an Italian Riviera Red & White theme, turning Sandton into a chic escape filled with bubbles, music and luxury lifestyle experiences.

Over 20 bubbly stations to explore

From 11:00 to 14:30, guests will taste their way through an impressive line-up of premium Cap Classique producers and sparkling wine brands.

Confirmed names include:

• Graham Beck
• Haute Cabrière
• J.C. Le Roux
• Villiera Wines
• Steenberg
• Quoin Rock
• L’Ormarins
• Black Elephant Vintners

Festival organisers say more Champagne, Prosecco and sparkling wine houses will still be announced.

Italian Riviera-inspired dress code

This year’s red and white dress code encourages guests to embrace Mediterranean-inspired glamour.

Think:

• flowing linen outfits
• oversized sunglasses
• bold prints
• statement hats
• crisp tailoring
• loafers and Riviera elegance

Best-dressed attendees stand a chance to win, Field Bar Drinks Boxes bottles of bubbly and additional lifestyle prizes

Music, food and all-day celebrations

After 14:30, the atmosphere shifts into a larger lifestyle celebration with live music gourmet food stalls pizza gelato and continued bubbly tastings.

The event has become one of Gauteng’s most anticipated winter social gatherings, blending wine culture with fashion, entertainment and luxury experiences.

VIP Bubbly Lounge experience

For guests wanting a more exclusive experience, the festival’s VIP Bubbly Lounge offers:

• private entrance access
• exclusive seating
• private bathrooms
• enhanced security
• dedicated hosts
• a welcome glass of bubbly
• and 20 tasting coupons

Only 300 VIP tickets are available per day.

General admission tickets

General admission includes a branded crystal glass and 10 tasting coupons. Tickets are available through Webtickets. Organisers warn tickets traditionally sell out quickly.

WIN!

Win two tickets to the Johannesburg Cap Classique, Champagne & Bubbles Festival for Sunday, 31 May 2026.

Competition Ts & Cs

• Each winning entry receives two General Admission tickets, valued at R900, valid for Sunday, 31 May 2026 only.
• Tickets are not transferable, cannot be exchanged for cash and cannot be changed to Saturday, 30 May 2026.
• Prizewinners must be 18 years or older.
• Tickets will be issued electronically via Webtickets.
• Prizewinners must provide a valid email address and cellphone number to receive their tickets.
• Tickets will be issued on or after 28 May 2026.

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