Following the success of its previous riverside iterations—including the 2021 gathering at the Umzimkulu River on the KZN South Coast — the beloved acoustic day-festival, Music On The River, is returning to capture the hearts of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. Driven by the community-minded ethos of 'For Folk Sake' the next edition of the festival seeks to transform the scenic banks of the Umgeni River at the historic Hebron Haven Hotel into a haven for music lovers.
Music On The River offers an intentional escape from the rush of everyday life. Attendees are invited to bring their picnic blankets, camper chairs, and families to spend a slow day relaxing on the grass in the winter sun while listening to a curated lineup of KZN's finest local musical talent. Being a licensed venue, all alcoholic beverages will be provided by the Hebron Haven Hotel Bar with a beer tent also on the grounds.
"Music On The River was created with the intention of building community and providing an opportunity for friends and families to get together on common ground, in a natural outdoor setting to enjoy a beautiful day together. What might set us apart from most live music events is that our aim has always been to provide grassroots musicians and experienced bands with a platform, not only to sing and entertain but to perform their original material, which we encourage to the highest degree. This way the audience is also exposed to new music and stories all born from South African experiences. Our focus is on raw and real, live performances and building a wholesome event rooted in community." - Tyran Roy - event organiser for MOTR.
What to look forward to:
Live Bands
Beer Garden
Food Stalls
Picnic On The River Banks
Kids Play Area
Our music line-up so far:
Calling Kaine
Tyran Roy & Kellen Crystin
The Occasionals
Event Details:
Date: Saturday. 1st August 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Venue: Hebron Haven Hotel, D128, Dargle, Howick.
Admission: R100 Early Bird via Quicket (limited). Tickets will increase incrementally
Kids under 13 enter free. Pensioner discounts are available at the door.