On Saturday the 4th July 2026 at the Holywood Rugby Club, Belfast we  look forward to celebrating and sharing our wonderful South African culture, heritage, music and incredible selection of the finest food and cuisine again at Ireland's favourite South African Community Day in Belfast, Northern Ireland. 

Make sure to invite your friends and family and join us for another fun-filled summer's day as we gather in and around our large marquee tent and stage for some amazing entertainment and live rugby on the big screen Boks vs England and music from some local and international music artists. This year we welcome Bomb Squad Co to our SA Day!

We also look forward to welcome two of South Africa's finest musicians and stars Jo Black & Refentse for a special evening show to remember! 

Please note: Tickets for the evening show with Jo Black & Refentse can be purchased separately on the link below and does not include the day ticket to the SA Day) 

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE COMMUNITY DAY:

Last year we welcomed close to 3000 guests, and this year we are expecting another well attended gathering with some more entertainment for all ages. DJ & MC Clint Carlson will be back to entertain us again with some of your favourite South African Vibes, and with plenty of live music from local Irish and international artists. We will have loads of fun for children of all ages with plenty of bouncy castles and assault courses, and loads of entertainment, competitions and fun activities! 

Every year we have several quality food vendors and artists selling some arts and crafts and some of the very best and ''lekker'' local  Southern African food and cuisine. Come and try some Durban Bunny Chows, Vetkoek, Gourmet Prego Rolls, and some of the finest Boerewors rolls from local butchers and award winning food vendors. Biltong from award winning biltong producers Moorcroft Biltong and Kenako Biltong among several top Irish & South African food producers. We will have plenty of South African goods again from www.sagroceries.co.uk, and also some of your favourite desserts, koeksisters, milk tarts, peppermint crisp tarts, Malva pudding, rusks and some local favourites. Come and enjoy the fun day with friends and family! Bring your chair, picnic blanket and your friends and family and come enjoy the vibe and an unforgettable day with us in Holywood! 

This year we are excited to welcome Compassion UK as our charity of choice. For more information please visit www.compassionuk.org

• Adults £12 (Early bird) £15 at the gate 

• Children £5 (4-12) (Early bird) - (Children under 4 Free entry) 

• Teens £7 (13-18) 

• Family ticket £35 (2 Adults and 3 Children under 12) £40 at the gate 

• Pensioners £10 (Early bird)   

• ''BOK JOL'' evening show with Jo Black & Refentse (Book on link below)

https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/bok-jol-belfast-2026-tickets-1984611123294?aff=oddtdtcreator

Friday evening ''Kuier'' celebration ''£5 adults & £3 Children. Some food trucks and bouncy castles for children! ''With Bomb Squad CO''

• Friday & Saturday parking £3 per at Sullivan's Upper to be paid at gate upon arrival.

PLEASE NOTE: Tickets for the SA Day is unfortunately not refundable)

WHAT TO BRING?

Bring your chair, picnic blanket, your neighbour and friends, and come and enjoy this festive day with us!

PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR ALCOHOLIC DRINKS!

PUBLIC TRANSPORT:

The Holywood Rugby Club is accessible via public transport. Bus stops near Holywood Road (Park Avenue) and other nearby locations are a short walk from the club. The club also offers free parking on the side roads Holywood train station is close to the venue. If we can encourage all


PARKING:

Please park at own risk at Sullivan Upper School or on all side roads in and around the area. Please not that the SA Day team will not be held liable for any accidents or incidents on the premises or in any carparks.

Sullivan Car Park £3 for the day. Please note that Sullivan Upper Car park opens at 10am and closes sharp at 8pm Free parking will be available on and off Belfast road, High street and carpark available off Belfast Road and surrounding areas. 

CAMPING:

Please email saeventsni@gmail.com to book your camping spot!

Friday night Camping £35 (Up to 4 people per tent)Saturday night Camping (Booking not open yet) Up to 4 people per tent) (Does not include day ticket) (No camping gear or tents will be provided / Bring own tent / camping gear)Showers and toilets available)

ACCOMODATION
Lorne Estate Holywood
028 9042 5212
https://g.co/kgs/rEWcPSChttps://discoverlorne.org.uk/

https://www.airbnb.co.uk/holywood-united-kingdom/stays

https://www.vrbo.com

BOOK YOUR FOOD & CRAFT STALL

To book or for more information please contact us at saeventsni@gmail.com

LOCATION:
Holywood Rugby Club, BT189EL (Home of South Africans in Northern Ireland)

saeventsni@gmail.com