The Routes of Sound 2026
Music is close to our hearts at Spier, and we have always invested in the careers of South African artists. In response to the reception for The Routes of Sound over the past two years, we are extending this bite-sized music festival from one weekend to a series of three winter weekends in 2026, featuring a total of over 40 local musicians.
The concept of The Routes of Sound plays on the words routes and roots: the paths to musical discovery you’ll follow, and the joy of enjoying music in its most elemental form: unplugged and up-close. For lovers of lyrics, it’s a compelling, enriching evening of wandering and a chance to be transported by the poetic musings of our local artists.
Age restriction: 18+ only
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DETAILS R300 | 19:30 | 3 & 4 July, 31 July & 1 Aug, 21 & 22 August 2026 | The Yellowwoods Lounge, Spier Wine Farm
An intimate musical journey across our farm
Presented by Brett Bailey and Third World Bunfight, The Routes of Sound spotlights a range of outstanding musicians: some well-known, and others under the radar, in cosy, intimate settings. It takes audiences on a journey of exploration as they sample three diverse musical acts, each paired with one of Spier’s award-winning Creative Block wines, in some of our farm’s most atmospheric spaces. The evening culminates in a rousing concert.
Line-up 3 & 4 July
Tubatsi Moloi – Jo’burg-based musician influenced by the sounds of blues, jazz, rock and African folk music.
Cheyenne Hill – Cape Town-based blues-folk singer.
Mickey ‘Like the Mouse’ Struwick – bilingual Cape Town-based folk singer-songwriter.
Chosi – Jo’burg-based singer with soul, jazz and nesingqi influences.
Ntu2ko – Stellenbosch-based Afro-indie singer and frontman of The FreddyL Band.
Magé Troskie – Cape Town-based folk singer, singing in ‘Mengsel’: a mix of English and Afrikaans.
The Big Band: Nkosenathi Koela, Jonno Sweetman, Nomapostile, Uviwe Caso
Line-up 31 July & 1 August
Muneyi – Jo’burg-based Tshivenda folk singer and songwriter, and recipient of the 2025 Standard Bank Young Artist for music.
RFKI + CJ Bergh
Mana + Gabriel Sieff
Karla von Solmes
Jonny Smith
Akeeda
The Big Band: Mishy Kope
Line up 21 & 22 August
Sky Dlala
Dead Dungarees (Hugo Veldsman + Kino)
Maya Grey
Hayley Jade
Xhanti Nokwali
Vuyisani Mkwambi
The Big Band: Lungiswa Plaatjies, Reza Khota, Sean Sanby, Jonno Sweetman
Book your seat
We suggest booking an early meal at Veld to settle in beforehand. Dress warmly and bring comfortable walking shoes for strolling between venues.
Routes of Sound Menu at Veld
Join us at Veld before the music for a special Routes of Sound winter menu. Choose a seasonal main course, each paired with a glass of Creative Block wine, for R495 per person. To book, contact dine@spier.co.za
Routes of Sound Stay Package
The Routes of Sound Stay package includes one night for two adults, with dinner at Veld, two Routes of Sound tickets, and extended Buzz Club hours for children aged 3-12. From R6,000 based on two adults sharing – a 35% saving on the full package. Discover the Routes of Sound Stay Package
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