From buskers to live performances by highly talented local and international artists to whiskey and wine tastings, the festival’s non-stop entertainment opportunities also include the latest movie releases, sporting events and children’s activities.

The list of entertainment is almost endless and the awesome line-up of live entertainment is going to keep feet tapping Ayoba style to the hottest sounds at Montecasino. One of South Africa’s most well-known and best-loved music stars, PJ Powers or Thandeka (meaning the loved one) will bring back memories as she performs some of her greatest hits, including Jabulani, Feel So Strong and World in Union on the MTN Stage (located inside the Montecasino complex across from Skoobs – Theatre of Books) on Saturday, 12 November. The show starts at 20:00 and is a free performance.

Next up is a treat for fans of the electronic duo Goldfish who play a genre-defying mix of live instruments, house beats and a searing live 3D performance at The Teatro, Montecasino on 25 November, brought to you by LG Electronics and 94.7 Highveld.

Goldfish Live at The Teatro, Montecasino is an exclusive never seen before show incorporating stunning, specially-created 3D graphics as part of the live set. As if their show couldn’t get any more awesome they will be joined by special guest artists, international guest DJs and other surprise acts plus there will be funky live 3D action.This is their first performance at Montecasino where earlier this year they scooped the coveted MTN SAMA Award for Best Global Dance Album for its gold-selling 2010 release Get Busy Living.

After six weeks of non-stop entertainment, the Ayoba Festival at Montecasino will draw to a close with a sensational concert billed Piazza Rocks on 3 December from 14:00 to 22:30. Presented by MK and Tuks FM in association with Hilltop Live, the awesome line-up features some of the best local bands including SAMA and MTV Award winners, Zebra & Giraffe; double-gold status rock and pop group, Die Heuwels Fantasties; international and local touring musician, Farryl Purkiss; edgy pop duo, The Arrows; the ever popular double Top 10 hit band, The Graeme Watkins Project; trendy trio and MK number one chart toppers, Southern Gypsey Queen; alternative rock band, Kinky Robot and the new up and coming melodic rock band, The Newspapers. Piazza Rocks is gonna rock Montecasino Ayoba style! Don’t miss this gig.

There is no entry fee or central access to the Ayoba Festival but events such as theatre shows, music concerts and entertainment venues require the purchase of tickets via either Computicket or iTicket, visit www.montecasino.co.za for more information. Standard parking tariffs and entry fees to venues such as the Montecasino Bird Gardens apply.

Turn your Ayoba Festival experience a memorable evening out with a unique ‘Show Menu Special’ at MondoVino restaurant, designed for those who have limited time for pre-show dinner or take advantage of the many different dining options and specialities on offer throughout Montecasino.