The R2,5 million J&B Met is the longest standing horse race in South Africa and is well known for its glitz and glamour. 2015 is no different as South Africa’s premier horse racing event, to be held on 31 January, promises to increase the ambience with the “Racing. It’s a Rush Public Village”.
Racing. It’s a Rush Public Village ticket holders will get in on all the action as the village is located on the Kenilworth Racecourse winning straight. Giving you the opportunity to watch a maximum field who will thunder down the straight to compete for the coveted title.
The village includes a Schweppes Racing. It’s a Rush Gig Rig in association with GoodHope FM, that will feature South Africa’s hottest house band Mi Casa, famous for hits such as Jika, Heavenly Sent, These Streets and Turn You On to name a few!
The multi-award winning house trio consisting of lead vocalist J’Something, pianist Dr Duda and trumpeter Mo-T, have opened for international artists such as Drake and Tortured Soul and have performed at music festivals around the world. Additionally, as Schweppes Racing. It’s a Rush Gig Rig partner, GoodHope FM will have a DJ line up to keep the crowds moving throughout the day.
The latest food craze, Cape Town’s Food Trucks, will also be there ensuring an upmarket experience that’s sure to suit all palettes. A teaser for your taste buds includes Limoncello Food Truck, Sharmwa Express, Durban’s Finest Curry and Juice Deli.
All ticket holders will be able to experience the J&B Met in style with plentiful seating, standing and shading options as well as multiple bar areas.
If that’s not enough ticket purchasers are automatically entered into a draw to win a diamond pendant worth R500, 000 courtesy of eDiamond.
J&B Met goers can access all of this for the reduced price of R125.00!
Made for the mix is the theme for this year’s event so be sure you get in the mix and purchase your ticket to South Africa’s premier horse racing event. Year after year the festive atmosphere and glamorous fashion of the day merges seamlessly with the prowess of the best thoroughbreds in the land that are cheered and wagered upon as they compete in the country’s most prestigious race.
The J&B Met is the only way to start your 2015 social calendar taking place under the shadow of Table Mountain in Cape Town, one of the world’s most spectacularly beautiful cities, that is characterized with spectacular summer days.
Tickets are available through Computicket or designated tote offices around Cape Town. Ticket enquires can be made on www.jbscotch.co.za or by calling Kenilworth Race Course on 021 700 1600.