Great Scott! Stop The Presses! RAMFest is back in 2025 baby! Yes folks, South Africa’s legendary real alternative music festival is happening again in the last quarter of this year, in Pretoria and Cape Town nogal!
RAMFest Halloween Edition Dates:
- 31 October 2025 – RAMFest Halloween Edition in Cape Town (at Terminal X).
- 1 November 2025 – RAMFest Halloween Edition in Pretoria (at the Outdoor Field area at Heartfelt Arena).
Pretoria music fans are already familiar with RAM’s epic annual Halloween parties, but this is the first time ever that the legendary event will be hosted in Cape Town. The fact that this is actually a RAMFest is the cherry on top of the cake!
So, get your Halloween outfits ready, polish off your dancing / moshing shoes and get ready to party the night away like you’ve never done before on Halloween.
Who’s playing at RAMFest Halloween Edition?
There will be two international headliners: The Devil Wears Prada (from the USA) and Bongloard (from the Netherlands).
Here’s the line-up for RAMFest Halloween Edition in Cape Town:
The Devil Wears Prada (USA), Bongloard (The Netherlands), The Narrow, Fokofpolisiekar, Facing The Gallows, The Man Motels, Metro Villa, The Talon and Emo Night SA.
Check out the Cape Town poster below:
The event will be held at Terminal X and is proudly sponsored by MXD, Captain Morgan, Chery & Lift Airline.
In case you did not know, Terminal X is a new Cape Town events space located at the Bolster Container Depot in at 19 Voortrekker Road in Salt River. It offers a raw, industrial music experience, making it the perfect venue for Cape Town’s first live music Halloween party. The cutting-edge container yard is conveniently situated just minutes from the city bowl and the Northern and Southern Suburbs.
Here’s the line-up for RAMFest Halloween Edition in Pretoria:
The Devil Wears Prada (USA), Bongloard (The Netherlands), Jack Parow, Hellcats, Evert Snyman & The Aviary, Raptorbaby, Sunken State, Vulvodynia, No Closure, Die Gemeente & I Believe In Giants.
Check out the Pretoria poster below:
The event will be held on the 1st of November 2025 on the Outdoor Field Area at Heartfelt Arena (near the Voortrekker Monument) and is proudly sponsored by MXD, Captain Morgan, Chery & Lift Airline.
More info about The Devil Wears Prada
The Devil Wears Prada is an American metalcore band formed in 2005 in Dayton, Ohio. Known for their blend of aggressive metal riffs, melodic interludes, and faith-influenced lyrics, the band gained prominence in the mid-2000s metalcore scene with albums like Plagues (2007) and With Roots Above and Branches Below (2009).
Over time, their sound has evolved to include more experimental and atmospheric elements, as showcased in later releases like The Act (2019) and Color Decay (2022). Despite lineup changes, they’ve maintained a loyal fanbase and are recognized for their energetic live performances and consistent presence in the heavy music scene.
Check out the video for their track, “Chemical” below:
More info about Bongloard
Bongloard is a high-energy garage rock band from the Netherlands, known for their raw sound, catchy hooks, and chaotic live performances. Formed in the late 2010s, the band quickly made a name for themselves in the Dutch underground scene with a fusion of punk attitude, noisy riffs, and a lo-fi aesthetic.
Their music often channels themes of angst, rebellion, and youthful restlessness, delivered with a wild, almost tongue-in-cheek intensity. With releases like their self-titled debut and follow-up singles, Bongloard has carved out a niche as one of the most exciting and unfiltered acts in the Dutch rock landscape.
Check out the video for their track, “The Mirror” below:
Take note that there are 4 ticketing price levels for RAMFest Halloween Edition:
So what are you waiting for?
Buy your tickets for the Pretoria edition on Howler HERE or buy your tickets for the Cape Town edition on Howler HERE. VIP ticket details are available on both the events on Howler.
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