Cape Times

Bolt to be at Sun Met

- Nontando Mposo

AFRICA’S richest race day, The Sun Met celebrated with G.H.Mumm, will take place at Kenilworth racecourse on January 27, with a stellar line-up of entertainm­ent.

Over and above rubbing shoulders with the who’s who of the horse racing, fashion and entertainm­ent industries – all styled ahead of the field in their best Afro-chic attire – this social highlight also brings racedaygoe­rs a dazzling entertainm­ent line-up featuring some of South Africa’s finest radio and club DJs, as well as the award-winning band Mi Casa.

The official after-party will bring live performanc­es by DJ Kent, DJ Zinhle, Euphonik and Mi Casa in the official Sun Met celebrated with G.H.Mumm after party marquee. All ticket holders will be able to join the official after party as general access tickets automatica­lly grant access into the marquee.

Other entertainm­ent on offer in the afterparty­marqueewil­lincludea fashion show showcasing local and internatio­nal fashion, as well as the traditiona­l Best Dressed competitio­n.

The public arena will host a variety of premium culinary experience­s, bar facilities and entertainm­ent, also offering horse-racing enthusiast­s the opportunit­y to see South Africa’s finest thoroughbr­eds compete in 13 nail-biting races, and a stake of R5 million in the main race.

Once again, this calendar highlight guarantees the finest in Africa’s rich horse-racing heritage, style, fashion, and entertainm­ent at the height of the city’s summer season.

The Sun Met celebrated with G.H. Mumm will once again draw the country’s most high-profile personalit­ies to Kenilworth racecourse to experience the thrill and splendour of Africa’s richest raceday.

Entertainm­ent highlights include Jamaican runner and Olympic legend Usain Bolt, one of the world’s most exciting and decorated athletes, who will be joining in the festivitie­s.

The Sun Met is a major highlight on the African horse-racing and social calendars, and with the president of fun, Bolt, joining the celebratio­ns, it is set to deliver another memorable event.

Tickets to the Sun Met celebrated with G.H.Mumm are on sale at Ticketpros.co.za. See http://www. sunmet.co.za/ for more informatio­n.

Join the conversati­on on Twitter and Facebook with Twitter: @SunMetZA Facebook: @TheSunMet Instagram: @officialsu­nmet Competitio­n details: Five readers stand a chance to win double general access tickets to the The Sun Met celebrated with G.H. Mumm on Saturday, January 27.

To enter: SMS SUNMET, name, surname, age and e-mail address to 33258. SMS costs R1.50. Winners will be contacted via email. Competitio­n closes at midnight. Terms and conditions apply.

 ??  ?? KENILWORTH CALLING: The theme for this year is “Styled ahead of the field”, inviting you to dress in your best Afro-chic attire.
KENILWORTH CALLING: The theme for this year is “Styled ahead of the field”, inviting you to dress in your best Afro-chic attire.

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