A festival of colours
JOBURG - Since it first launched in Germany in 2012, the acclaimed Holi Festival of Colours has become synonymous with unity, celebration, and, of course, colour.
On 23 August, the event will take place in Johannesburg at Bidvest Wanderers Cricket Stadium. Some of the top electronic dance music will be fused with the positive message of hope and inspiration.
The day will also mark the full moon. Holi is one of India’s most famous festivals. The Hindu event celebrates the start of spring; the triumph of good over bad; and the unifying of people across all races, genders and ages.
The western Holi Festival of Colours aims to bring the same message of hope, positivity and equality to millions of partygoers, with global events taking place across the world.
The 2014 Holi Festival of Colours World Tour takes place in many countries world-wide, including South America, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Australia and New Zealand.
Accolades from previous event-goers range from euphemisms such as ‘indescribable’ to ‘peaceful’, ‘exalted’ and ‘goose bumps’.
The South African event is expected to draw a huge following, as revelers prepare to unite under a cloud of multi-coloured powder from noon until late.
Local and international music acts, a host of special features, top-of-the-line event planning, security, food and drink stalls, and many other event highlights will also be par for the course over the duration of this full-day event.
Tickets start at R255.
Details: www.facebook.com/holifestivalofcoloursjoburg
