fabric London Unveils Stellar Local Lineups for Johannesburg and Cape Town Shows
Global nightlife institution fabric London has officially revealed a world-class lineup of South Africa’s finest DJs and producers set to join international heavyweights Marcel Dettmann, Gerd Janson, and Gabrielle Kwarteng at its highly anticipated Johannesburg and Cape Town shows in January 2026.
These landmark events signal a deepening collaboration between fabric and South Africa’s vibrant electronic music ecosystem, pairing globally celebrated selectors with homegrown pioneers for two nights of cutting-edge sound, cultural exchange, and dancefloor unity.
Johannesburg: A Three-Floor Takeover of the Underground
The Johannesburg edition takes place on Friday, 9 January 2026, with fabric partnering with leading techno promoters TOYTOY for a full three-floor takeover of AND Club and Carfax.
South African house music icon Vinny Da Vinci joins the bill as a headliner, supported by a formidable local roster including Abby Nurock, Avi Subban, Black Lake, Bongani Zulu, Cornelius SA, Illing, Karmerr, Paulo Lundall, Sanetran, Sir LSG, and Transmicsoul.
The lineup promises a rich blend of deep house, techno, and soulful rhythms, capturing the raw pulse of Johannesburg’s underground and its long-standing influence on global dance culture.
Cape Town: Electronic Music Meets Living History
The Cape Town show follows on Saturday, 10 January 2026, transforming the iconic Castle of Good Hope into a multi-room electronic music experience. As South Africa’s oldest building, the 17th-century fortress will host its first-ever electronic music event, marking a historic moment for both the city and the scene.
Disco luminaries Horse Meat Disco headline alongside an eclectic mix of local innovators including Athie Umgido, Digital Sangoma, Irshaad S, Lady M, Leighton Moody, Miss CJ, Raresoftware, Resident DTK, Thamiache, Wata Mami, and YAMZ.
With immersive projection-mapped visuals washing across the castle walls, the night will deliver a bold fusion of house, disco, and experimental sounds—spotlighting Cape Town’s inclusive, forward-thinking dance community. HE.SHE.THEY. hosts Room 2, amplifying voices from across the local spectrum.
A Celebration of Local and Global Excellence
“The incredible list of local supporting acts we’ve assembled for Johannesburg and Cape Town truly showcases the depth and diversity of South Africa’s electronic music talent. These shows blend fabric’s 25-year legacy of world-class curation with the raw energy and creativity of local artists. It’s going to be electric.”
said Richard Marshall, Director of Sub Sahara, fabric’s partner on the continent
By pairing global icons with South Africa’s trailblazers, fabric continues its mission to elevate local scenes while creating culturally rich, unforgettable experiences for dance music lovers worldwide.
With tickets already in high demand, both events are expected to draw thousands for two nights that celebrate community, creativity, and the beating heart of South Africa’s dance floors.
fabric London comes to South Africa
Johannesburg – Friday, 9 January 2026
Venue: AND Club & Carfax (with TOYTOY)
Headliners: Marcel Dettmann, Gerd Janson, Gabrielle Kwarteng, Vinny Da Vinci
Tickets: Resident Advisor / Howler
fabric London comes to South Africa
Cape Town – Saturday, 10 January 2026
Venue: The Castle of Good Hope (with HE.SHE.THEY.)
Headliners: Marcel Dettmann, Gerd Janson, Horse Meat Disco, Gabrielle Kwarteng
Tickets: Resident Advisor / Howler
Tickets are on sale now.
