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

TimesLIVE

2 days ago

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.
At the Hollywoodbets Durban July, the brand will also debut its themed 'Marvels of Mzansi' fashion in collaboration with rising South African designer Nao Serati, who once dressed the esteemed Chakalaka Norris. The looks — bold, witty, and culturally fluent — are created to disrupt the race-day fashion narrative, offering a couture interpretation of local flair with dry humour in every stitch.
3. The Savanna Sunday Soiree
On Sunday, the weekend wraps with a crisp cool-down at the Savanna Manor. The Savanna Sunday Soiree will definitely not be your ordinary beach party.
From a fashion stunt made to make headlines to a speakeasy and comedy takeover at the track, we're bringing SA something truly iconic
Kayla Hendricks, Savanna's marketing communication manager
'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.