The bar has been raised for what's to be expected at this year’s Cape Town Street Parade following the weekend’s vibrant festivities at the 2024 annual Voorsmakie at Kenilworth raceourse.

Teams from across the city brought their A-game, debuting their latest apparel for the new season and proudly showcasing the skills and routines they've been thoroughly preparing over the past few months.

The Voorsmakie, a key prelude to the iconic street parade, highlighted the unmatched energy and passion of the Kaapse Klopse, with this year's participants going all out in their performances. Nothing captures the spirit of the festive season quite like the Kaapse Klopse, and with this electrifying preview, anticipation is now at an all-time high for the main event.

Playaz Inc from Mitchell’s Plain sporting their new apparel. Picture: Lauren Paris

Juvie Boy’s Entertainers led by their Voorloopers from left Llewellyn Junior Lambrechts and Trevor Mentor. Picture: Lauren Paris

The Juvie Boys Entertainers in their 2024/2025 apparel. Picture: Lauren Paris

Kriewel squad performers from Philadelphians Minstrels from Grassy Park. Picture: Lauren Paris

Philadelphians Minstrels seamstress Sabrina Smith, back left, and her family, in front, from left, Kylie Langeveld, Alayah February and Chelsea February in the 2024/2025 Phillies dresses. Picture: Lauren Paris

Ismaeel Dean, senior voorlooper winner for the 2023/2024 season, and his junior counterpart, Xavier Horsban, lead Heideveld’s TV Stars Youth Development into the arena. Picture: Lauren Paris

Heideveld’s TV Star Youth Development supporters in this season’s apparel. Picture: Lauren Paris

Bishop Lavis Posh Vibrant houte band members sporting this years apparel. Picture: Lauren Paris

Phantom Community Development made their debut at the Voorsmakie, showcasing their new red, white and blue apparel. Picture: Supplied

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Voorsmakie sets the stage for an epic Cape Town Street Parade