Nomadic Orchestra live at Knysna Gin Distillery

“We are Nomadic Orchestra! We play brass music, we play dance music, we play intelligent music, and we play dumb music. We play whatever music we want to play and that’s okay because you come anyway.”

Celebrate the long weekend with a high-octane explosion of brass and beats!

Friday 1 May is Workers' Day, and we’re trading the tools for trumpets as the legendary Nomadic Orchestra storms the Knysna Gin Distillery.

Known for their infectious Brass sound, the Nomads, as they're fondly referred to, blend Jazz, Hip-Hop, Afrobeat, Ghoema, and Ska into a high-energy performance that is scientifically impossible to stand still to. Whether you're a fan of "intelligent music" or just want to dance until your legs give out, this is the ultimate Garden Route party to kick off May.

Set in the industrial-chic surroundings of the distillery, you can expect award-winning craft gins, world-class cocktails, and the best wood-fired pizzas in town from their neighbors at Maillard’s.

Details:

Date: Friday 1 May 2026

Venue: Knysna Gin Distillery, 5 Uil Street, Knysna Industrial

Doors: 7pm

Show Starts: 8pm

Tickets

R150pp online (Quicket)

R180pp at the door

Notes:

1. Space is limited and shows at the Distillery tend to sell out fast. Grab your tickets early to secure your spot at the biggest Workers' Day bash in Knysna!
2. Come early to snag a seat! We’ll be moving the furniture later in the night though to turn the distillery into a full-blown dance floor once Nomadic Orchestra takes the stage.