Vaal Kota Festival Kota Festival

ABOUT

Vaal Festival is a family food event tailored around a KOTA, we bring about different Kota Flavours in the city of Vaal, the aim is to showcase what Kasi has to offer when it comes to food, but in the city rather than having people to drive out and go look for Kota's around. We cater for everyone.

Where

Emarald Resort and Casino, Vaal

When

29 August 2026
Saturday
10:00am - 08:00pm

Event Venue

Event venue location info and gallery

Emarald Resort and Casino, Vaal

Set in a magnificent private estate on the lush banks of the Vaal River less than an hour from Johannesburg, Emerald Resort & Casino combines a tranquil, luxury escape with exciting gaming, resort experiences and entertainment.

Gallery

Check our gallery from the recent events

F.A.Q

How do I apply for a Kota stall and what is the process?

To apply for a Kota Stall visit our website and click on Storeller Portal Tab, We work on first come first serve basis. We will be taking about 30 different KOTA stalls at a reasonable amount. We take any stall that will speak to the event.
Will Kids entetainment be available? and what to bring on the day?

Kids entertainment will be provided e.g. own stage, sound & lights, Jumping Castle, Bumpy rides, playstations, etc. It's a picnic vibe, you can bring a camp chair, towel, cooler box, picnic basket, etc.
Will parking be made available?

Yes, at a reasonable fee of R50 you will get a secured parking.
What time is the event starting and ending?

Doors will be opened at 10am and we will be ending the event at 10pm.
Which artists that are part of the line-up?

Artists will be kept a secret until the day of the event, the aim is to make sure we give you the best Kota experience more than anything, anything else is a bonus.
Why Vaal Kota Festival?

The aim of Vaal Kota festival is to make sure we bring all the best Kasi Kota flavours to Emarald Resort and Casino, Vaal - for Kota Lovers from different Provinces or even countries to experience how Kota's from Gauteng taste.