The Weekend of Marvels: Savanna is upping the ante this Durban July

Savanna Premium Cider is set to make its boldest mark on the cultural calendar yet with the launch of The Weekend of Marvels, a full-scale takeover of the Durban July weekend.

From Friday July 4 to Sunday July 6, Savanna invites friends of the brand to experience an exclusive fusion of fashion, comedy, and crisp, dry cider culture, all unfolding across three premium “moments” designed to honour Mzansi’s true marvels — its people.

1. The Savanna Pre-Race Affair

Hotels are cute, but VVIP has a new level with the Savanna Manor — the exclusive address of the brand’s most valued guests for the weekend.

But fret not, it’s opening the doors to kick things off on Friday with the exclusive Savanna Pre-Race Affair, where invited guests will gather at the luxurious coastal location for golden-hour glamour, comedy cameos, and cider served neat. 

2. The Savanna Neat Speakeasy

Saturday shifts the scene to Greyville Racecourse, where Savanna challenges invited guests to find the Neat Speakeasy inside the Chaise Lounge.

This unforgettable trackside experience will feature live commentary, curated comedy and cameo appearances from Madame Wae Jae Papa Na and Comedian of the Year Celeste Ntuli and The Givahs, a sensational squad featuring comedian Mpho Popps, actor and media personality Moshe Ndiki, and voice-over artist and podcaster Farieda Metsileng.

“This year, we’re redefining how Savanna does the Hollywoodbets Durban July,” says Kayla Hendricks, marketing communication manager at Savanna.

“The Weekend of Marvels is Savanna’s boldest presence yet. From a fashion stunt made to make headlines to a speakeasy and comedy takeover at the track, we’re bringing SA something truly iconic. It’s dry, stylish and deeply rooted in our culture. A full weekend celebration of the Marvels that make Mzansi magical.”

Follow the crisp, dry chaos as it unfolds on Savanna’s social media accounts (@SavannaCider on Instagram, X and Facebook) — and if you’re lucky, you might just land yourself a spot to experience the action yourself. From exclusive events to juicy giveaways, you won’t want to miss a moment. Tag your #ItsGiving moments with #SiyavannaSA — because it’s dry, but you can drink it.

This article was sponsored by Savanna.