Summary: Lucky Fish Friday Night Racing presents Desi Jol at Hollywoodbets Greyville in Durban on Friday, 13 November 2026. The free-entry celebration combines live music, DJ Rea, Indian-inspired street food, colourful roaming performers, horse racing and family entertainment. Gates open at 15:00, with free parking and an optional Indian-inspired buffet at Durban View Restaurant for R325 per person.
Durban is getting a Friday night celebration packed with colour, culture, music and plenty of flavour.
Lucky Fish Friday Night Racing presents Desi Jol at Hollywoodbets Greyville on 13 November 2026, bringing an Indian-inspired celebration to the racecourse alongside the excitement of live horse racing.
With free entry and free parking, Desi Jol offers an easy-going evening out for friends and families. Guests can look forward to live music, DJ Rea, colourful roaming performers, giveaways, a KidZone and plenty of food options, from Indian-inspired street food to the regular food market favourites.
- Desi Jol brings together music, food, entertainment and racing for a lively Friday evening. Live music and DJ Rea will provide the soundtrack, while colourful roaming artists add to the atmosphere and create plenty of photo opportunities. There will also be giveaways, a KidZone for younger guests and a special appearance by Kubo, Race Coast’s mascot. Naturally, the live horse racing remains at the heart of Lucky Fish Friday Night Racing, giving the evening an extra dose of excitement.
Food lovers can explore Indian-inspired street food alongside the regular food market favourites. For those who prefer a more relaxed sit-down meal, Durban View Restaurant will offer an Indian-inspired buffet for R325 per person. Bookings can be made by calling 031 314 1736 or emailing fbbookings@racecoast.co.za.
The drinks offering includes bucket specials, selected spirit specials and Happy Hour from 17:00 to 18:00. Guests can visit Trackside Bar or Lightning Shot to enjoy the drinks specials.
There is also an option to keep the evening going with a comedy show. Popular South African Indian comedy duo Peru & Bala will perform at Hollywoodbets Greyville. The show takes place in the Silver Ring Room, with doors opening at 19:00. This is a separately ticketed show, so comedy tickets are not included with the free Desi Jol entry. Comedy ticket prices are:
- Tier 1: R350 per person
- Tier 2: R250 per person
- Tier 3: R200 per person
Tickets are available through Ticketpro.
The event takes place on Friday, 13 November 2026, with gates opening at 15:00. The official event listing gives the event window as 15:00 to 22:00. With free entry, family-friendly entertainment, food markets, drinks specials and live racing, Desi Jol offers plenty to fill a Friday night. Add the optional buffet or a separately booked comedy show, and Hollywoodbets Greyville has a rather colourful evening lined up for Durban.
Quick details
- Event: Lucky Fish Friday Night Racing presents Desi Jol
- Date: Friday, 13 November 2026
- Time: 15:00 to 22:00
- Gates open: 15:00
- Venue: Hollywoodbets Greyville
- Address: 150 Avondale Road, Greyville, Durban, 4001
- Entry: Free
- Parking: Free
- Entertainment: Live music, DJ Rea, roaming artists, giveaways, KidZone and Kubo
- Food: Indian-inspired street food and regular food market favourites
- Durban View Restaurant buffet: R325 per person
- Buffet bookings: 031 314 1736 or fbbookings@racecoast.co.za
- Drinks: Bucket specials, selected spirit specials and Happy Hour from 17:00 to 18:00
- Bars: Trackside Bar and Lightning Shot
- Additional entertainment: Peru & Bala comedy show, separately ticketed
- Comedy venue: Silver Ring Room, Hollywoodbets Greyville
- Comedy doors: 19:00
- Comedy tickets: R200, R250 or R350 per person, depending on tier
- Comedy tickets: https://shop.ticketpro.co.za/event/peru-bala-xf6a4v
- Official event page: https://www.racecoast.co.za/etn/fnr-13nov-desijol/
FAQs
When is Desi Jol taking place at Hollywoodbets Greyville?
Desi Jol takes place on Friday, 13 November 2026. Gates open at 15:00, and the official event window runs until 22:00.
How much does entry to Desi Jol cost?
Entry is free, and parking is also free.
What entertainment is available?
Guests can enjoy live music, DJ Rea, roaming performers, giveaways, the KidZone, a special appearance by Kubo and live horse racing.
Is there an Indian-inspired buffet?
Yes. Durban View Restaurant offers an Indian-inspired buffet for R325 per person. Bookings can be made on 031 314 1736 or at fbbookings@racecoast.co.za.
Are there drinks specials?
Yes. Bucket specials, selected spirit specials and Happy Hour from 17:00 to 18:00 are available at Trackside Bar and Lightning Shot.
Is the Peru & Bala comedy show included in free entry?
No. Peru & Bala is a separately ticketed show in the Silver Ring Room at Hollywoodbets Greyville. Doors open at 19:00.
How much are Peru & Bala comedy tickets?
The three ticket tiers cost R350, R250 and R200 per person. Tickets are available through Ticketpro.
Where is Hollywoodbets Greyville located?
Hollywoodbets Greyville is at 150 Avondale Road, Greyville, Durban, 4001.
