Nomadic Orchestra and Mila Smith live at Trenchtown

On Saturday, 5 December, Trenchtown in Observatory is bringing the ultimate December party vibes with a powerhouse double-bill to close out the year!

Headlining the night is Nomadic Orchestra, Cape Town’s iconic five-piece brass dance band bringing their signature blend of high-energy, infectious party tunes designed to get every pair of feet moving. Known for their explosive mix of brass, ska, Balkan dance beats, and pure high-energy chaos, this will be the Nomads' final performance of the year before they head off for a well-earned December break.

If you want to jump, dance, and blow off some year-end steam, this is your last chance to catch them live before 2027!

Joining them on stage is 22-year-old singer-songwriter Mila Smith and her band. Having swiftly emerged as one of South Africa’s most formidable new talents, Smith has been on a meteoric rise since launching her solo career in 2021 with the breakout hit Liars and Fakes and earning a 2024 SAMA nomination for her debut EP You Need Therapy.

Blending raw vulnerability with dynamic, genre-defying arrangements, her set promises a powerful look into the fresh direction of Cape Town alternative music.

Doors 7pm

Bands from 9pm

R120pp online

R150pp at the door