AfrikaBurn 2027

Sarah Pagel · 4 May 2026

TBA – last edition: 27 Apr 2026 – 3 May 2026 Bloemfontein, South Africa

AfrikaBurn is a regional Burning Man event held annually in the Tankwa Karoo of South Africa, centered on art, community, and radical self-expression. Participants create a temporary city featuring large-scale installations and performances governed by a decommodified gifting economy.

What AfrikaBurn offers

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For fans

Where you'll be

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Tankwa Town

R355, Tankwa Karoo, Northern Cape, 6872, South Africa

Local Currency: ZAR

Consider paying in ZAR locally. Bring cash or use a payment card that supports this currency to avoid extra fees.

Past Editions

An independent music & festival researcher with 10+ years in the global dance scene.

4 May 2026