ANGOLENCE
Kizomba & Semba Festival 2026
Dance. Culture. Experience.
From 4 – 8 November 2026, Angolence brings the rhythm of Angola to the heart of Cape Town for an unforgettable cultural celebration.
📍 Venue: Fountains Hotel
📌 1 St Georges Mall, Cape Town City Centre
Angolence is more than a dance festival it is a five-day cultural immersion into the soul of Angola through Kizomba, Semba, music, fashion, heritage, and connection. Featuring your farovite artists directly from the suburbs of Angola & veteran world class from Angola leaving in Europe: Eliza Sala, Carlos & Anna, Mestre Petchu, Pires & Silvia, Bicas Risca, Son Jamba sisters. And a group a Angolans resident in South Africa and flying from Luanda.
🎟️ Early Bird Tickets
R2,000.00
Available until 31 March
Accommodation details and exclusive hotel discount codes will be provided soon.
✨ WHAT’S INCLUDED
✔ 5 Spectacular Night Parties
✔ 2 Daylight Cultural Experiences
✔ International Dance Workshops
✔ Cultural Immersion Activities
✔ Optional Cultural Tour (separate booking)
🌙 ANGOLENCE NIGHT PARTIES
(9PM – 3AM)
Wednesday, 4 Nov – 🤍 All White Party
Festa do Branco
Thursday, 5 Nov – 🌍 African Ancestry
Ancestralidade
Friday, 6 Nov – 🎨 Samakaka Night
Celebrating iconic Angolan prints
Saturday, 7 Nov – 🎭 Masquerade Gala
An elegant night of mystery and glamour
Sunday, 8 Nov – 🎉 Angolan Carnival
Carnaval de Angola – A grand rhythmic finale
☀️ ANGOLENCE AFTERNOON GATHERINGS
Friday, 7 November (1PM – 7PM)
Farra de Quintal
A traditional Angolan backyard celebration featuring authentic Angolan food, drinks, music, and family-style atmosphere.
Sunday, 8 November (12PM – 4PM)
Kizomba & Wine Experience
Hosted at a selected wine estate in Stellenbosch (venue to be announced).
Dance, culture, and curated wine tasting in a relaxed scenic setting.
The Experience:
Angolence is where:
Culture meets elegance
Tradition meets modern rhythm
The diaspora reconnects
And the world discovers the power of Ginga
Prepare for five days of movement, connection, fashion, heritage, and unforgettable energy.
