The founder
Ramondo Jooste
Founder and Festival Director
A touring cultural festival celebrating faith, culture, community and the heart of the Karoo.
K3 FEST is an annual multi-town touring festival and youth development initiative. Not just entertainment. A programme built to celebrate the Karoo, empower its people, and create lasting economic and social impact in every town it visits.
To build South Africa's premier touring cultural and youth development festival that celebrates the heart of the Karoo, empowers communities, develops young talent, and stimulates regional tourism.
To unite communities through music, faith, culture and education while creating sustainable opportunities for local businesses, artists, young people and tourism stakeholders.
Every stop of the tour leaves behind more than memories. Music workshops for kids, meals for families in need, business opportunities for vendors, and a spotlight on the towns that make the Karoo home.
Each town hosts a full 3 to 4 day festival experience. Hover a stop to see the town.
The Northern Cape gateway. Gospel concerts, boerewors championship, and the launch of the Youth Music Programme.
The city of diamonds. Main stage headliners, food market, community outreach and vendor village.
The heart of the Karoo. Cultural showcases, family entertainment, and the Donate a Plate campaign in full flow.
The tour finale. Community choirs, tourism showcase, and a closing celebration under the Karoo sky.