Preparations are in the final stretch for Gin Gardens 2026, with the lifestyle event set to take over Sharma House in Ezulwini on Saturday.
The event will bring together music, food, beverages, art and social experiences, with organisers positioning Gin Gardens as more than a music show.
Gates are scheduled to open at 12 noon, giving guests the afternoon to enjoy the garden setting before the entertainment programme moves into the evening.
This year’s line-up features a mix of artists from Eswatini and South Africa, with Sino Msolo, Nia Pearl, Dusse Wavy and Touchline among the South African acts confirmed for the event.
Local performers include Velemseni, Sihlangu Sibiya and Band, DJ Tap, Culolam, Gifted Kosie, Lady Zee, DJ Ricko, DJ MBO, Selby, MixMash, Drum Rhythm, Seba Nonkosi and several others.
Sino Msolo recently confirmed his appearance at the event, inviting his Eswatini fans to join him at Sharma House. His appearance adds a soulful element to a programme that covers several musical styles.
The entertainment will be spread across different spaces at the venue. DJ Tap is scheduled for the Beerhall Stage in the afternoon, while Sihlangu Sibiya and Band are set to perform on the Main Stage at 4pm. Nia Pearl is scheduled for 7pm, while Touchline is listed for the 10pm slot. Culolam and Gifted Kosie are also scheduled for a back-to-back performance on the Main Stage.
Beyond the music, Gin Gardens will feature a Beer Garden Hall, offering beer, wine, spirits and other beverages alongside food and entertainment.
The event will also have an art component through a partnership with Phillz Art, with live painting planned during the day.
The beverage offering will include local gin brands such as Explorers Gin and Imbali Gin, alongside other local and international brands.
The event is powered by So Fresh, Shelela Gin and Schweppes, with Polished Events also involved in the event.
Ticket sales have also moved into the final stage ahead of the event. Early-bird tickets included a complimentary bottle of gin, with the early-bird allocation reported as sold out through Computicket, although a limited allocation was made available through DeltaPay. Regular tickets are listed at E300 for the Main Garden, while the regular VIP ticket is E900.
With the venue, entertainment programme and supporting experiences in place, organisers are now counting down to Saturday’s gathering.
Gin Gardens 2026 is expected to welcome guests from Eswatini and beyond for a day that brings together music, drinks, food, art and socialising at Sharma House, before the programme continues into the evening.
