1. The festival starts when the gates open from 8am, with the rugby kicking off at 9am. The gates will close shortly after the final match of the day, so you can continue the party into the evening.

2. HSBC SVNS CPT is a mobile ticket only event. Before you arrive ensure that you download the Ticketmaster App (via the App Store or Google Play Store) to access and download your tickets directly on your phone. For easy entry, please do so before you arrive at the venue, and don't forget to bring a valid Photo ID to show at the gates.

3. From capturing your favourite moments of the day to following all of the action live through the HSBC SVNS app, your phone will be the key to making the most of your HSBC SVNS CPT experience. Download the app now to stay up to date.

4. There's no parking at DHL Stadium, but you can hop on the free MyCiTi bus shuttle or take in the atmosphere on the Fan Walk to get to the event - check out our Getting to HSBC SVNS Cape Town section for tips.

5. HSBC SVNS is the ultimate event to express yourself, whether your going in full on fancy dress or rocking the latest trends, just remember to stay cool in the South African summer sun!

6. We can't wait to welcome you to rugby sevens biggest party - visit the FAQs section below for more information on how to make the most of your time at HSBC SVNS CPT.

Walk: You can easily get to the DHL Stadium from the CBD by walking along the Fan Walk.

Free Shuttle: A free MyCiTi shuttle bus is available for all ticket holders and will run every 15 minutes on 7 and 8 December. Pick up is from Cape Town Civic Centre and drop off at nearby Stadium bus stop. For early birds, the first bus will depart CTICC at 7:30am, with the final bus for the late night revellers leaving the stadium at 11pm.

Car: There will be road closures in place around the stadium through out the HSBC SVNS CPT weekend. There is no parking at DHL Stadium. A full list of on and off-street parking locations can be found in our FAQs.

Taxi: There are dedicated Uber and E-hailing drop-and-go areas on Helen Suzman Boulevard. However due to road closures around the Stadium we'd advise being dropped off and collected by Uber or E-hailing services in the CBD and using the free MyCiTi shuttle or Fan Walk to complete your journey to the event.

Next Level experiences offer fans the best seats in the house, premium all-day food and drink and non-stop entertainment. 

There is a dedicated entrance for all Sun Room ticket holders to collect wristbands and scan tickets for entry at T1 (located in the forecourt, next to McDonald's). Come prepared with your ticket already downloaded on your phone and visit the Getting to HSBC SVNS Cape Town section to find out the best ways to get to DHL Stadium.

The Sunroom will open from 9am with full bar available from 11am onwards.