5 September 2026
Vaal Pride by the River
A loud, loving, LGBTQI+ riverside festival in the Vaal. Come as you are — leave with your people.
Saturday
5 Sept 2026
Gates open
11:00 AM
Vanderbijlpark
Caravan Park
Tickets
Lock in your spot
Early bird prices won't last forever.
Early Bird
single ticket
R80/ single ticket
- General admission
- Riverside vibes
- Limited release
Best value
Bestie Special
2 tickets
R120/ 2 tickets
- Bring your bestie
- Best value
- General admission ×2
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Table Packages
Want VIP seating, bottle service, or a group booking for your crew? Tables are arranged personally — chat to us directly.
Vendor Application & Booking
Trade with us at Vaal Pride
Pick your stall type, send us your details, and pay your stall fee to secure your spot.
The venue
On the banks of the Vaal River
We're taking over Caravan Park in Vanderbijlpark — right next to Emerald Casino Hotel. Sun, water, music and the most colourful crowd in Gauteng.
- Caravan Park, Vanderbijlpark (next to Emerald Casino Hotel)
- Saturday, 5 September 2026
- Gates open at 11:00 AM
- Live DJs · Drag performances · Food & bar