Festival Organisers Announce Powerful Theme For Back To The City 2025. The countdown has officially begun for Africa’s biggest hip-hop celebration, and Back To The City is setting the tone with its bold new theme for 2025: “POWER IN NUMBERS.” More than a slogan, it’s a rallying cry—a declaration of unity, creativity, and cultural strength that will pulse through every corner of Newtown on October 11th, 2025.
In a statement packed with energy and purpose, the festival organisers announced: “This year, we march louder. We rise stronger. We move as ONE.” It’s a sentiment that perfectly captures the festival’s role not just as a showcase of talent but as a vibrant movement of people connected by music, expression, and shared identity.
With its reputation for turning the city into a living, breathing embodiment of hip-hop, Back To The City 2025 promises an unforgettable experience. Under the theme “Power In Numbers,” this edition will bring together:
- 100 Artists across multiple stages
- 20 DJs delivering genre-blending sets
- 40 Graffiti Kings & Queens creating live street art
- 120 Clothing Stalls featuring SA’s hottest fashion talent
- 20 Food Vendors serving up local flavour
- 15 Activation Zones for everything from brand experiences to interactive culture zones
Attendees can also expect MC battles, DJ showdowns, a full skate park, basketball tournaments, and even gaming zones, making it a full-day explosion of hip-hop culture from 12 PM to 2 AM.
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