The YouthX Festival (YX25) returns to Constitution Hill on Saturday, 4 October 2025 under the theme “Dreams Don’t Sleep.” Powered by Nedbank, the event continues its mission to empower and celebrate South African youth who are making an impact across industries and communities.

Full Event Details

• Date: Saturday, 4 October 2025
• Venue: Constitution Hill, Johannesburg
• Tickets: TBC – TBC, available via webtickets.co.za

“At Nedbank, we understand that dreams demand more than inspiration – they require support, visibility and a platform. YouthX is that platform. Through YX25, we continue to honour the energy and excellence of South Africa’s youth, those who refuse to sleep on their visions.” — John Makgato, Head of Youth Segment Strategy and Client Value Proposition at Nedbank.

YX25 is a youth-focused festival that blends music, innovation, and culture into a one-day platform for expression and empowerment. The festival features the YouthX Awards, which will recognise 10 young South Africans making a difference in their fields. From these finalists, one winner will be named the 2025 YouthX Awards Winner during the event.

In addition to the awards, the festival will include live performances from several prominent South African artists. The confirmed lineup includes:

• DJ Maphorisa
• Focalistic
• Mellow & Sleazy
• Shekhinah
• Shamiso
• Sun-El Musician
• Nasty C
• DJ 1D
• Omagoqa

Primo9Teen and Lula Odiba will return as the official hosts of the day.

YX25 is designed as a 12-hour event aimed at connecting dreamers, creators, and change-makers in a space that combines ambition with entertainment. The festival aligns with Nedbank’s commitment to youth development and provides a platform for young people to gain visibility, community, and recognition.

Tickets are available via webtickets.co.za. Nedbank clients with a valid debit or credit card account qualify for 50% off. For more information and updates, visit the official ticketing platform.