Celebrating a Decade of Culture: The 2025 TiBaKalanga Festival

This year, the TiBaKalanga Festival is extra special, as we celebrating the 10-year anniversary of our beloved cultural community center. Over the past decade, we’ve built a vibrant space for connection, growth, and the preservation of Kalanga heritage, and this milestone gives us all the more reason to rejoice together.

A Weekend to Remember

Taking place on the weekend of March 29th and 30th, 2025, the festival will be a lively blend of tradition and innovation, showcasing the best of Kalanga culture while bringing our community closer than ever. Over two days, attendees will immerse themselves in a rich program filled with creative workshops, breathtaking performances, and exciting activities for all ages.

Day 1 will start early with a 10K Run, a Seniors’ Walk, and a ½ K race for children under 12. Following this energetic start, participants will gather for a prize-giving ceremony accompanied by live music performances. Lunchtime will bring the community together over shared meals, while the afternoon will feature the much-anticipated Kalanga Traditional Food Culinary Competition. The day will conclude with another prize-giving ceremony, traditional dancing, and poetry performances that celebrate the richness of Kalanga artistry.

Day 2 will bring the spotlight to the Miss TiBaKalanga Beauty Pageant. The competition will highlight various categories, including introductions, sports, and talent, captivating the audience throughout the morning. After a break for lunch and entertainment, the pageant will resume with participants showcasing their traditional wear and evening gowns. A heartfelt video message from the current Miss TiBaKalanga will add a personal touch before the crowning of the new Miss TiBaKalanga. The festival will conclude with vibrant live music performances that will leave everyone uplifted and inspired.

Please note that Day 2 is a ticketed event. Early bird tickets are available at R15 for adults and R10 for children, while regular tickets are priced at R20 for adults and R15 for children. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this memorable celebration—get your tickets now!

Honoring a Decade of Togetherness

As we prepare to celebrate this remarkable milestone, we take time to reflect on how far our community has come. From a small idea to a thriving cultural hub, the Kalanga Cultural Community Center has become a cornerstone of unity, learning, and pride. To commemorate the occasion, a special photo exhibit will be unveiled, showcasing memorable moments from the past 10 years. It will be a touching reminder of the incredible journey we have shared.

A Future Full of Possibilities

While the festival marks a significant milestone, it also lays the groundwork for what’s to come. With each passing year, we aim to grow stronger as a community, embracing both tradition and progress. We’re excited to keep building a legacy that honors our roots while inspiring future generations.

We invite everyone to join us for this special celebration. Let’s continue to celebrate the beauty of Kalanga culture together—here’s to the next 10 years!