MTN Festival at Montecasino promises LARGER-THAN-LIFE entertainment for ALL

31 August to 14 October 2012

Leading telecommunications provider MTN andMontecasino – South Africa’s number one entertainment destination – todayannounced the return of Jozi’s biggest festival. Previously celebrated as theMTN Ayoba Festival, its return in 2012 sees the festival re-launched to the“Bigger and Better” MTN FESTIVAL. Bringing you 45 days of larger-than-life funfor each and every member of the family!

Encompassing all things big, bold, bright andbreathtaking, the MTN Festival hits Jo’burg from 31 August through 14 October 2012with a fusion of unsurpassed entertainment options. From bizarre buskers andstreet performances to live music concerts by some of SA’s top artists tothrilling casino gaming opportunities, beautiful art exhibitions and the verybest in comedy.  

“Astitle sponsors of the MTN Festival, Jozi’s largest music and lifestyle event,it  was befitting that we continued toconnect all South African’s, particularly those based in Jo’burg, to theirpassion through the celebration of music, entertainment, cuisine and so muchmore” says Serame Taukobong, Chief Marketing Officer at MTN SA.

The festival’s non-stop entertainmentofferings also include the best in the latest movie releases, wine tastings,restaurant specials and promotions, and fun-filled children’s activities, plusseveral major lifestyle events that present an unsurpassed mix ofentertainment, exhilaration and enjoyment, all in a safe and secureenvironment.

Having been consistently voted Gauteng’snumber one entertainment destination in numerous readers’ choice awards sinceopening in 2001; and with over 9.3 million visitors to the precinct each year,Montecasino has become synonymous with providing diverse, world-class entertainmentto all visitors across all ages and demographics. Says Montecasino GeneralManager Steve Howell, “Our reputation for excellence is something of whichwe are extremely proud; and we’re prouder still that we are once again able topartner with a global iconic brand like MTN for the second annual MTN Festival.Like-minded partnerships such as this are precisely what is required to bring amix of unique, larger-than-life entertainment options to a city that has somuch to offer. This festival undoubtedly enhances Jozi’s status as a vibrantand thriving city.”

Each and every corner of Montecasino willcome alive with the sights, sounds and flair that Joburgers have come to expectof the annual MTN Festival and South Africa’s number one leisure and lifestyleprecinct. Montecasino – it’s where legendary friendships and magical memoriesare made!

The MTN Festival events and entertainment run throughout the weekbut heighten from Thursdays to Sundays. There is no entry or general access fee.Bookings for select ticketed events through either www.computicket.co.za or www.itickets.co.za. Standard parking tariffs and entry fees to venues such as theMontecasino Bird Gardens apply.

For full details on all events happeningas part of the MTN Festival, visit www.montecasino.co.za.  You can also join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/montecasino orfollow us on Twitter @MontecasinoZA.

THE MTN FESTIVAL: MEDIA INFORMATION

1.  DATES:  31 August to 14 October2012
2.  VENUE: Montecasino
3.  PRICES: Per individual event. No cost forFestival access.
4.  BOOKINGS FOR INDIVIDUAL EVENTS:

• www.computicket.com   or0861 813 9000
• www.itickets.co.za
• www.montecasino.co.za

5.  WEBSITE:  www.montecasino.co.za 
6.  SPONSORS:  Joint partnershipbetween Montecasino and MTN

EVENT INFORMATION

• Southern Sun Montecasino Spring Sauvignon Blanc Festival – 31August, 01 and 02 September, The Pivot Piazza, Montecasino
• Go for Big and the Next Big Deal gaming promotions – 01September to 14 October, Casino
• Defending the Caveman – 01to 09 September, Pieter Toerien Theatre
• Montecasino Mega Meals – 03September to 14 October, at select participating tenants (Mondays to Thursdaysonly)
• The SA Tattoo – 06to 09 September, Outdoor Event Area
• Jonathan Butler & Friends – 07and 08 September, Teatro at Montecasino
• Montecasino Mega Movies – 31August to 14 October, Montecasino Nu Metro (Tuesdays only)
• HeART in the Piazza – 13 to16 September, Montecasino Piazza
• Johnny Clegg Live – 15and 16 September, Teatro at Montecasino
• MTN Classic FM Soirees – 16and 29 September, Montecasino Ballroom
• Bafunny Bafunny – 19to 23 September, Teatro at Montecasino
• The Magical Kidsland at Montecasino – 22 and23 September, Montecasino Piazza and Grassy Area
• Taste of Jo’burg – 27to 30 September, Montecasino Outdoor Event Area
• MTN Joyous Celebration – 28to 30 September, Teatro at Montecasino
• ABSA Boktown (SAversus Australia) – 29 September, Montecasino Piazza
• ABSA Boktown (SAversus New Zealand) – 06 October, Montecasino Piazza
• Bierfest – 11 to 14 October, Outdoor Event Area
• PLUS the verybest and biggest in: Gaming activity and promotions, sporting activations, children’sentertainment, food and beverage tastings and promotions, street theatre…. andmore!

Montecasino – We’ve Got it!