The official afterparty, which was set up as a beer garden, was held at the Rag farm and was open only to students, at a cost of R50.
The fact that the event ended at 18:00 also left many Rag renegades discontent and many students flocked to the unofficial Rag afterparty at Trademarx instead, where they were offered a similar line-up and a longer party for a slightly smaller entry fee.
In spite of the small turnout at the afterparty, the attendees made the most of the experience by dancing in small groups, relaxing in the shade and congregating near the beer and food vendors, while the DJs performed excellent sets.
Highlights of the day were the performances by Euphonik and DJ Fresh, who drew the biggest crowds. Despite the hopes of TuksRag, the number of partygoers did not increase as the day progressed.
The few students who attended the event was also due to a number of other high-profile events that were scheduled on the day, such as the launch of Fokofpolisiekar’s new craft beer, “Dagdronk” at Aandklas, and Bittereinder’s free show at Arcade Empire.
A few more people flocked to the afterparty near the end of the afternoon, albeit only to hear the Rag results. This caused even further discontent as Rag HKs and residence members were denied access to the beer garden unless they presented a ticket, which led to the results being read outside the beer garden. Some residence members commented that they would have been more willing to support the event had the ticket price been less and different performers scheduled.
Attendants at the Rag afterparty. Photo: Kirsty Mackay
