Friday Night Racing: Colours of Mzansi Spirit at Hollywoodbets Greyville

This Friday, Hollywoodbets Greyville turns up the Mzansi spirit with Colours of Mzansi. Expect local flavours, live entertainment, fun activities, drinks specials and an evening of racing. Gates open at 15:00, and entry is free.

From the music that gets us moving to the food we grew up loving, South Africa has a way of bringing people together. This Friday, Friday Night Racing brings Colours of Mzansi to Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse, celebrating the people, sounds, style and flavours that make our country one of a kind.

It’s an evening to show off your Mzansi spirit, embrace proudly local style and enjoy a night out with friends and family. With racing action, live entertainment, food vendors and plenty of activities to explore, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Few things bring people together quite like good food, and this Friday’s food offering has plenty to get excited about.

From traditional favourites and sweet treats to street food classics and international flavours, there will be a variety of vendors serving up something delicious throughout the evening.

Food vendors include:

• Bluff Meat Supply
• Bunny Bar
• Biltong Vendor
• Koeksister Queen
• Home Style Delights: Desserts
• Dos Brews: Coffee
• Crazy Korean: Korean food
• Street Food Frenzy: Burgers
• Dreams of Heaven: Baked goods
• Pepper Pot Steak and chicken footlongs
• Nachitos: Mexican food
• New York Pizza: Pizzas
• Chip n Dip: Chips
• Wok on Fire: Asian food
• Shirley's Catering: Samoosas
• Vetkoek

Whether you're craving a bunny, looking for a sweet treat or keen to try a few different flavours, there will be plenty to tuck into between races.

Get ready for an evening filled with music, movement, and a few surprises along the way.

The entertainment lineup includes:

• Tim Lewis: DJ and saxophone
• Kubo
• Themed stilt walkers

Keep your eyes peeled, too, because there’s a mystery character roaming around the event. Can you guess who it is? You’ll have to join us to find out!

From the sounds filling the venue to the colourful characters bringing the theme to life, the entertainment will add plenty of personality to the evening.

Looking for something fun to do between races? There will be activities to help you unwind, get creative and enjoy the experience with a friend.

Mngwani Mobile Spa will be on hand for a little pampering, while the earring bead-making activity gives you the chance to create something of your own.

The bead-making activity is limited to 50 people, so be sure to get there early if you'd like to take part.

Activity pricing:

• Hollywoodbets team members: R50 per person or R80 for two when bringing a buddy
• Public: R60 per person or R100 for two when bringing a buddy

Bring a friend, get creative and add a little handmade flair to your Colours of Mzansi experience.

No celebration is complete without something refreshing to enjoy. There will be a selection of drinks specials available throughout the evening.

Selected Beers and Ciders – 3 for R90

Enjoy three selected beers or ciders for R90.

Whisky Specials – R15 a tot

Selected whisky pours will be available for just R15 a tot.

Selected Wines on Special

Wine lovers can also look forward to selected wines on special.

Jägerbomb Special

If you're looking to add a little extra energy to your evening, keep an eye out for the Jägerbomb special.

For those who prefer a sit-down dining experience, the Durban View Room will be open, offering a buffet for R325 per person.

The menu celebrates a mix of South African favourites, comforting classics and delicious desserts.

Starters and Salads

• Cocktail rolls, mini bunny loaves and mini butter
• Traditional Greek salad
• Potato salad
• Three-bean salad
• Chakalaka

Mains

• Oxtail potjie
• Roast leg of lamb
• Lamb curry
• Grilled hake
• Chicken sosaties

Sides

• Veg biryani
• Dhal
• Vegetable bobotie
• Creamy samp
• Creamed spinach
• Roasted butternut
• Roast potatoes
• Basmati rice
• Roti

Something Sweet

Save some room for dessert, with a tempting selection including:

• Cape Malay koeksisters
• Milk tartlets
• Peppermint crisp tarts
• Ice cream with wildberry sauce

It's a delicious way to settle in, enjoy a meal and soak up the atmosphere while the evening's action unfolds.

To reserve your spot in the Durban View Room, contact:

• Telephone: 031 314 1736
• Email: fbbookings@racecoast.co.za

Colours of Mzansi is all about celebrating what makes South Africa special, from our food and music to our creativity, culture and shared love of a good time.

Join us at Hollywoodbets Greyville this Friday for an evening of racing, local flavours, live entertainment and activities for the whole family.

Friday Night Racing: Colours of Mzansi

• Venue: Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse
• Gates open: 15:00
• Entry: Free

Bring your Mzansi spirit, wear your colours with pride and come celebrate with Lucky Fish.

Our country. Our colours. Our night.