Cape Town is gearing up for South Africa’s biggest sports party of the summer, and SA Rugby has delivered a massive boost for fans: ticket prices for the upcoming HSBC SVNS Cape Town Sevens have been pegged back to levels last seen before the Covid-19 pandemic.
Major Ticket Price Drops for Fans
When tickets drop at 09h00 on Friday, 2 October, festivalgoers will be able to secure entry to two days of relentless sevens action at DHL Stadium on 5 and 6 December for a fraction of recent costs. Depending on the seating category, prices have been slashed by between 17% and 28%. Unreserved seating across the entire second tier of the stadium starts at just R180, while the premier view from Category A on the lower tier caps out at R500 for a full day of world-class international rugby.
The Blitzboks Aim for Three-In-A-Row
The Springbok Sevens team—the dominant force coming off back-to-back HSBC SVNS Series and World Championship triumphs—will take center stage as the tournament’s headline act. The Blitzboks enter the weekend aiming for a historic third consecutive Cape Town crown on home soil.
“We want to fill the stadium once again for South Africa’s biggest party,” said Rian Oberholzer, CEO of SA Rugby. “We can promise two days of top-class action as well as the unique experience the Cape Town Sevens offers with music and entertainment for people of all ages to enjoy. We’ve seen the Blitzboks win the World Championship in the past two seasons and this is the annual chance to see the boys turn on the style on home turf.”
Unrivalled Festival Atmosphere and Entertainment
True to its reputation, the HSBC SVNS Cape Town is far more than a sporting contest. It remains a cornerstone of the Mother City’s summer calendar, blending world-class international male and female rugby with high-energy music, dance, comedy, food stalls, and local culture. Fans are encouraged to lean into the event’s iconic tradition by dusting off their finest fancy dress outfits and gathering friends for the ultimate weekend outing.
“It’s a special celebration and we hope people will come along with their friends in their fancy dress to enjoy the rugby, the weather, the entertainment, the food and the drink,” Oberholzer added.
Pricing Breakdown & Crucial Ticket Advice
Ticket Categories & Pricing:
- Category A: R500 (West and East, lower tier, near the halfway line)
- Category B: R380 (West and East, lower tier, 10m-line to corners)
- Category C: R280 (Lower tier, Party and Family stands)
- Category D: R180 (Second tier, unreserved)
SA Rugby issued a firm warning regarding ticket authenticity, urging fans to purchase exclusively through the official portal at www.springboks.tmtickets.co.za. Buyers are cautioned against using third-party re-sellers after fraudulent secondary market tickets left fans stranded at recent Cape Town rugby events.
For those looking to upgrade their stadium experience, official hospitality packages are available directly by emailing [email protected]. Set your alarms for 09h00 this Friday to lock in your seats for Cape Town’s premier December spectacle.
