By Lehlohonolo Lehana.
In less than two weeks until the first-ever LIV Golf tournament on African soil, Johannesburg is preparing to welcome one of the most anticipated sporting and entertainment events on the continent.
From 19–22 March 2026, LIV Golf South Africa will transform Steyn City into a four-day celebration of world-class golf, music, food and culture.
With LIV Golf’s move to a 72-hole format for the 2026 season, the event blends four days of elite global competition with a festival-style fan experience, featuring headline music performances, immersive fan zones, celebrated chefs and uniquely South African cultural moments.
Limited tickets are still available at LIVGolf.com for the inaugural South African event, and fans are encouraged to secure tickets early.
It is highly recommended that ticket holders secure parking passes prior to the event, as parking passes will not be available for purchase on site. Passes are available for the official Park & Ride Service with seven locations conveniently located around Johannesburg. For fans traveling by Uber or Bolt, rideshare vehicles will be directed to official drop-off and pick-up points.
Whether you’re there for the golf, the groove or the glory, this is what fans need to know before heading to Steyn City.
An opening celebration of South African Culture
Each day of LIV Golf South Africa will begin with a uniquely South African cultural moment ahead of the shotgun start, celebrating the country’s diverse heritage and creative energy.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early to experience the daily opening performances:
Thursday, 19 March – 12:00
Steyn City School Choir will perform a moving collection of traditional African songs.
Friday, 20 March – 12:00
Djembe drummers will deliver a powerful rhythmic performance inspired by African musical traditions.
Saturday, 21 March – 12:00
Gumboot dancers bring one of South Africa’s most iconic performance traditions to the course.
Sunday, 22 March – 12:00
The South African Impi Warriors close the weekend with an electrifying display of warrior chants, drumming and choreography, a performance famously seen before major national rugby matches.
Global music stars take over Steyn City
The four-day celebration kicks off on Thursday, 19 March with performances from The Saxby Twins and lordkez, setting the tone for a weekend of music, community and entertainment.
On Friday night, global superstar Black Coffee takes the stage in a headline performance. The momentum builds on Saturday evening, culminating with a massive performance from Calvin Harris, one of the most influential electronic artists in the world. Fans will also enjoy a performance from internationally acclaimed electronic-pop act St. Lucia ahead of the headline set. The weekend closes on Sunday on a nostalgic note with internationally celebrated South African electronic duo GoldFish.
Concert access is included with all ticket and hospitality offerings each day, meaning fans attending can experience the live performances as part of their entry, alongside world-class golf. Exclusive concert hospitality tickets are available HERE.
Savour by LIV GOLF: A celebration of South African Cuisine
Food will play a central role in the fan experience through Savour by LIV Golf, a curated culinary destination within the Fan Village that showcases South Africa’s dynamic food culture. Fans can enjoy everything from elevated plates to street food favourites, while also experiencing live chef demonstrations from some of South Africa’s most celebrated culinary talents.
Two live cooking demonstrations will take place daily between 20-22 March, with food samples distributed to fans during each session.
Featured chefs include:
- Ollie Swart – A vibrant culinary talent celebrated for his energetic style and flavour-driven South African cuisine
- 11:45-12:15
- Reuben Riffel – One of South Africa’s most celebrated chefs and restaurateurs, known for blending South African heritage with global culinary influences.
- 15:15-15:45
The South Africa Signature Serve
Through LIV Golf’s partnership with Pernod Ricard, fans will be able to enjoy the tournament’s official signature cocktail, the Glenlivet Smooth Swing. Crafted around The Glenlivet 12 Year Old, the serve presents the iconic whisky through a fresh and modern lens, combining soft orchard fruit and gentle oak with notes of litchi and cucumber, balanced by coconut water for a light and refreshing finish.
Garnished with fresh mint and a subtle touch of salt, the Smooth Swing is designed to complement warm fairways and long afternoons on the course while allowing the character of the whisky to shine through. The signature cocktail will be available in hospitality areas as well as select public concession bars across the venue.
Four days of World-Class Golf
LIV Golf South Africa will feature 72 holes of stroke play across four days, delivering even more action for fans. The field includes 57 players, featuring some of the biggest names in golf including Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, Cameron Smith, Dustin Johnson and Sergio Garcia.
The tournament will also have a strong local storyline with South Africa’s LIV team, Southern Guards GC, captained by Louis Oosthuizen alongside Charl Schwartzel, Branden Grace and Dean Burmester.
The 2026 season arrives in Johannesburg with plenty of momentum, including breakout performances from rising stars and dramatic early-season victories that promise an intensely competitive event at Steyn City.