CAMBER TREFFEN 2k24

Sat Oct 5, 07:00 - Sun Oct 6, 00:00

Witbank Dam Resort

ABOUT

 *** CAMBER TREFFEN 2024 ***

 

It has been roughly three years in the making and the magnificent Camber Treffen has arrived.

This event is the new vibrant brother of SA Camp Fest, one of the largest automotive shows in Africa and is catering for all vehicle brands.

The merging of expressive Camber (a culture icon of the East), with Treffen (a gathering icon of the Europe) brings a synergy of motor heads from different brands like none seen before.

South African automotive scene supporters have asked for something fresh and this festival ushers in a new experience for enthusiasts to showcase their passions.

 

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The first weekend of October has been secured to invite the drivers and owners of outstanding cars for a pilgrimage to the Emalahleni banks of Witbank Dam Resort.

 

The Cum Laude Events organizing team have explored and studied over a dozen various venues in several neighbouring provinces, before settling on Mpumalanga for the first instalment of Camber Treffen.

 

Witbank dam is slightly over 1 half hour drive from either Johannesburg or Pretoria and offers pleasant road conditions on the N12 or N4 freeways respectively.


While the debut presentation of the motor show will take place on Saturday 5th October as a single day event program, with an after party much like its Bela Bela sibling, enthusiasts have the option of overnight camping or accommodation.


The venue space is approximately 450,000 SQM with lush greenery and scenic waterfront areas for a spectacular event.


Camping facilities boast a substantial amount of trees for shade as well as four ablution blocks, swimming pools with a super tube (due for renovation completion before the event) and a permanent outdoor amphitheatre seating area where the main Show and Shine competition stage will be hosted. There will be an elevated DJ booth for visitors to enjoy entertainment.


Guests who love sports activities can utilize the venue tennis courts or indulge in fresh water fishing if desired.


Luxury hotel rooms are located at Ridgepoint Casino, precisely 3km from the main show area and a limited quantity of chalets are available on site.


This resort venue has several motor dealerships and fuel stations within close proximity if needed, as well as other urban shops and restaurants in the Witbank area.


The first chapter of Camber Treffen will feature 30 finalist categories from a Show and Shine pre-registration process. The level of competition and project built cars at the show is expected to be on par with the SA Camp Fest standards. The ultimate BOS winner will be walking away with R20,000 hard cash, as well as bragging rights as a champion amongst all vehicle brands for 2024.

 

The event judging and entertainment line-up will include renowned personalities in line with the high standards from Cum Laude Events.

 

Visit Camber Treffen social media for event updates, and keep an eye on various local print media for further announcements.

 

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CMBR TRFN info:

Event Website: www.cambertreffen.com 

Organiser Website: www.cumlaude.co.za

Accommodation Website: www.tsogosun.com/hotel/the-ridgepoint-hotel

Venue address: Witbankdam, Doornpoort AH 312-Js, Emalahleni, 1035

Venue GPS coordinates: -25.893572, 29.297475


Official Social Media Pages:

www.facebook.com/CamberTreffen

www.instagram.com/cmbrtrfn

www.tiktok.com/@camber_treffen


Email Contacts:

General Event Enquiries – [email protected]

Exhibitor & Sponsor Enquiries - [email protected] 

Accreditation, Vendors & Product Sales - [email protected]

Safety & Risk Management - [email protected]

Media Related Enquiries – [email protected]

Legal Related Enquiries - [email protected]

Apparel & Merchandise Enquiries - [email protected]

  

Telephone Contacts:

Camber Treffen Info Line: (+27) 082 099 6660

Witbank Venue Info Line: (+27) 013 697 0151

Quicket Assistance Line: (+27) 021 424 9308


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ATTENDANCE INFO

# ACCOMMODATION & ADMISSION:
 
Kindly note that optional insurance for events does not offer cover for most occurrences of civil unrest, terrorism, communicable diseases, war, travel restrictions, force majeure or government related enforcements or public safety curtailments that result in event cancellation or postponement. Ticket refunds are therefore not possible.
The Witbank Resort venue may offer fail-safe dates solely at their discretion.
 
*TICKETING RELEASE (28 June 2024)
 
Camber OEM+ tickets (Day visiting):
R120 per person.
This entitles the visitor access from 07h00 until 17h00 on Saturday 5th Oct 2024. Includes access to all resort facilities. Excludes access to AfterSlam (the afterparty).
Day-visitors have designated safe parking areas that are within the resort and can be viewed on the event map.
Only day-visitors who have pre-registered for the Show & Shine competition will be allowed vehicle entry into the main show area.
*Please note that only overnight guests (chalets, hotel and camping) are permitted to take alcoholic beverages into the venue. Day visitors are not allowed to enter with liquor and can purchase such refreshments at the venue bars. 
 
Castor and Toe tickets (Day visiting - optional):
R100 per vehicle.
Day visitors can take their cars into the event resort venue but only pre-registered Show And Shine entries of Day Visitors are permitted inside the main show area. However if a particular visitor does not wish to compete in the Show And Shine competition but still desires to take his car into the display area, he can do so by means of an Castor and Toe vehicle pass.
This entitles a day visitor's VEHICLE ONLY special access into the main display area from 07h00 until 17h00 on Saturday.
These passes are limited to 220 additional vehicles only and interested supporters should secure the ticket as early as possible if needed.
Please note that the vehicle pass is for special access for any make of vehicle. Each occupant inside the vehicle require separate Day Visit attendance tickets.

 
Coilover tickets (Overnight Camping):
R500 per person – KW> First Release on 28 June 2024.
R600 per person – H’R> Second Release on 30 July 2024.
This entitles the visitor to access from 07h00 Saturday, one night camping space inside Witbank Dam Resort.
Camping tickets includes admission to the AfterSlam (afterparty) and access to all resort facilities.
Check-out is 4pm on Sunday 6th Oct. Camp stands space is adequate for 6 people and 2 cars per camp site (depending on the size of your tent and your other camping apparatus).


Flared Arch tickets (Early Arrival Camping):
R750 per person – Single Phase Release.
This entitles the visitor to access from 09h00 Friday, two nights camping space inside Witbank Dam Resort.
Camping tickets includes admission to the AfterSlam (afterparty) and access to all resort facilities.
Check-out is 4pm on Sunday 6th Oct. Camp stands space is adequate for 6 people and 2 cars per camp site (depending on the size of your tent and your other camping apparatus).
 
Air Ride tickets (Overnight Hotel):
R3300 for 2 persons per night – Bagged Hotel ticket.
Example of total cost calculation: • 2 Sleeper hotel room (2 persons x R1650 x 1 night) = R3,300.
These 2 sleeper luxury rooms at RidgePoint Hotel have 2 single beds/ or one double bed (depending on your ticket option selected), DSTV, tea/coffee station, en-suite bathroom with shower, air-conditioning, bedding & towels. Upmarket Tsogo Sun units offer excellent accommodation quality with a private hotel swimming pool area & parking.
This ticket allows two visitors event admission from 7am Saturday 5th Oct to end of the AfterSlam (afterparty) at midnight and one night hotel accommodation, with complimentary breakfast included.
Hotel room check-in is at 14h00 Sat 5th Oct and check-out at 11h00 on Sun 6th Oct.
Includes access to all Witbank resort facilities and separate hotel amenities.
Certain rooms allow smoking, please enquire about your preference upon arrival.
*Please note that a refundable key /damage deposit may be payable upon arrival and returned upon departure.

Air Ride tickets (Early Arrival Hotel):
R4990 for 2 persons for 2 nights – EXT Bagged Hotel ticket.
Example of total cost calculation: • 2 Sleeper hotel room (2 persons x R1248 x 2 night) = R4,990.
These 2 sleeper luxury rooms at RidgePoint Hotel have 2 single beds/ or one double bed (depending on your ticket option selected), DSTV, tea/coffee station, en-suite bathroom with shower, air-conditioning, bedding & towels. Upmarket Tsogo Sun units offer excellent accommodation quality with a private hotel swimming pool area & parking.
This ticket allows two visitors event admission from 7am Saturday 5th Oct to end of the AfterSlam (afterparty) at midnight and two nights hotel accommodation, with complimentary breakfast included on both mornings.
Hotel room check-in is at 14h00 Fri 4th Oct and check-out at 11h00 on Sun 6th Oct.
Includes access to all Witbank resort facilities and separate hotel amenities.
Certain rooms allow smoking, please enquire about your preference upon arrival.
*Please note that a refundable key /damage deposit may be payable upon arrival and returned upon departure.


Hydraulic Chalet tickets (Overnight Chalet):
R4400 for 4 persons per night – Lowrider Chalet ticket.
Example of total cost calculation: • 4 Sleeper chalet (4 persons x R1100 x 1 night) = R4,400.
These 4 sleeper trendline chalets have 2 bedrooms with double beds in each, equipped kitchenette, lounge, bathroom with bath, basin & toilet, private veranda with a built-in braai stand and parking for guests. These lakeside units are budget friendly and offer an excellent waterfront view of the Witbank Dam. This ticket allows 4 visitors access from 07h00 Saturday 5th Oct, one night accommodation (self-catering) with check-out at 10h00 on Sunday 6th Oct. Includes admission to AfterSlam (afterparty) and all resort facilities.
*Please note that a refundable key /damage deposit of R400 may be payable upon arrival & returned upon departure.

 
Hydraulic Chalet tickets (Early Arrival Chalet):
R7500 for 4 persons for 2 nights – EXT Lowrider Chalet ticket.
Example of total cost calculation: • 4 Sleeper chalet (4 persons x R938 x 2 nights) = R7,500.
These 4 sleeper trendline chalets have 2 bedrooms with double beds in each, equipped kitchenette, lounge, bathroom with bath, basin & toilet, private veranda with a built-in braai stand and parking for guests. These lakeside units are budget friendly and offer an excellent waterfront view of the Witbank Dam. This ticket allows 4 visitors access from 11h00 Friday 4th Oct, two nights accommodation (self-catering) with check-out at 10h00 on Sunday 6th Oct. Includes admission to AfterSlam (afterparty) and all resort facilities.
*Please note that a refundable key /damage deposit of R400 may be payable upon arrival & returned upon departure.
 

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*ENTRANCE FOR CHILDREN 
 
Camping and Day-visit:
Under 5 years can enter at no charge or cover fee.
Regrettably there are no reduced rates for minors over 6 years. The resort facilities are by and large geared for children as well as adults therefore all visitors over 6 years are required to enter at normal admission fee.
Additional inflatable slides and features for kids' entertainment has also been factored into admission rates.
Please note that ROAR applies and verification of kiddies’ ages may be requested upon entry.
Children at chalets and hotel accommodation:
Any individual who requires their own bed is counted and enters at normal per person cover charge. Toddlers who share a bed with a parent are not counted or charged. Toddlers are defined as young children under the age of 5 years.
*Please take note of the bed configurations for chalets and hotel rooms (under the individual ticket descriptions). 
 
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*OTHER TICKET OPTIONS
 
AfterSlam tickets (After party for day-visitors):
R100 per person.
Day visitors who wish to attend AfterSlam can purchase these tickets that allow them admission. One OEM Day-visit ticket for day time access as well as one AfterSlam ticket is required per day visitor who would like access to night time activities. Quantities of this special offering are limited. It is advisable to secure this ticket in advance if you are visiting for the day and intend staying for the night time party. Vehicle parking remains at the general day-visitors’ parking and access to accommodation is not included. 
Overnight camping, chalet an hotel guests receive access to night time entertainment at no extra cost.
Kindly note that the after party is not suitable for minors under the age of 18 years and will be turned away upon entry. 


AfterSlam VIP tickets (Afterparty VIP Lounge):
R350 per person:
The Camber Afterparty access is FREE for all overnight residents. This top-up option allows an overnight visitor admission into the day time and night time VIP lounge areas. Space is limited and allocation is one ticket per guest. Includes selected bar snacks and beverages for night time entertainment. VIP wristbands need to be collected from the entrance gate upon arrival.
*Note that this VIP access excludes day visitors.
Kindly note that no patrons under 18 years of age is allowed at the After Slam.

Adjustable tickets (Giveaway draw prize):
R30 per raffle entry – Benz Patent Motorwagen tickets.
Grab this ticket and take a chance at winning a stunning set of wheels. The winner is announced live at the main stage by means of drawing wristband numbers.
This Camber prize is a celebration of the first recognized car in history, built in 1885 by Carl Benz, that has evolved into the automotive industry that is flourishing today.
*Please note that this ticket on its own does not cover admission/ entry into the event, it is strictly for entering the giveaway draw. To attend the event you need to purchase a day-visit, camping or accommodation ticket separately. Entrants must be present at the draw on the Saturday of the event at 16h30 to take ownership of the prize.
 

Camber Treffen Road Pack
R60 per gift pack.
This is an optional top-up when you are checking out your event ticket purchase.
This is a special Camber fanatic souvenir package consisting of a branded drawstring accessories bag, 500ml Camber bottled water, Camber Treffen lanyard and a Camber South Africa Car Window Decal. Occasionally event sponsors include some extra items in there too. 
Quantities are limited to only 120 packs for purchase at R60 to avid supporters. Simply enable the tick box at the ticketing website check-out if you are keen on getting the gift pack.


Please read ticket descriptions carefully to ensure that the ticket types you intend to purchase do match your desired attendance. 

 
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EVENT RULES

# MAIN EVENT RULES
 
1] ENTRY AND ADMISSION PROCEDURE:
 
Day-visit entry
(OEM+ Tickets) - Proceed to Witbank Dam Resort Main Gate: From 07h00 until 17h00 on Saturday 5th Oct 2024.
 
Coilover Camping entry
(KW and H'R Tickets) - Proceed to Witbank Dam Resort Main Gate: From 07h00 on Saturday 5th Oct 2024.
 
Hydraulic Chalet entry
(Lowrider Tickets) - Proceed to Witbank Dam Resort Main Gate: From 07h00 on Saturday 5th Oct 2024.
 
Air Ride Hotel entry
(Bagged Tickets) - Proceed to Witbank Dam Resort Main Gate: From 07h00 on Saturday 5th Oct 2024.
*Check-in at hotel accommodation is after 14h00 on Saturday 5th Oct 2024.

 
*Early Arrival entry 
(Flared Arch Camping Tickets) - Proceed to Witbank Dam Resort Main Gate: From 09h00 on Friday 4th Oct 2024.
(EXT Lowrider Chalet Tickets) - Proceed to Witbank Dam Resort Main Gate: From 11h00 on Friday 4th Oct 2024.
(EXT Bagged Hotel Tickets) - Proceed to Ridgepoint Hotel Reception for check-in: From 14h00 on Friday 4th Oct 2024.
*Please note for EXT Bagged Hotel tickets: Friday 4th Oct only allows for check-in and access into the relevant Ridgepoint Casino accommodation, while access to the Witbank show venue is on the main event day for Saturday.

WITBANK DAM RESORT GATES CLOSE at 22h30 Friday night and re-open at 07h00 Saturday morning. 
Note that if a visitor needs to depart from the resort for any reason after closing, the gates cannot be opened until 7am for re-entry.

**Sunday check-out from all RidgePoint Hotel accommodation rooms on Sunday 6th Oct is 11h00.
*All chalet and hotel ticket holders must please keep their ID book or Driver's License at hand upon check-in at their respective accommodation reception points. Please take note of the refundable key deposits (listed on individual ticket descriptions) that is required upon arrival.
>> Information about the different ticket types are also stipulated under the various ticket names by clicking on the "Show lnfo" links next to each ticket category.

All tickets are available from Quicket Online only. Kindly call Quicket at 021 424 9308 for any technical assistance regarding ticket purchasing processes via the website.
¢) Please note that each of the various event attendance options have a ticket name (Eg; Coilover or Bagged) that is merely part of the Camber brand theme of the event. It does not mean that ticket holders need to own or drive the type of car with suspension matching their attendance ticket name. Any make or style of vehicles may be driven to the event by visitors.
 
2] PLEASE READ THE INDIVIDUAL TICKET DESCRIPTIONS BEFORE BUYING YOUR TICKETS.
This can be done by clicking on the "Show Info" text links next to the desired ticket. The venue does not allow refunds for space that has been paid and reserved.

Booking transaction confirmations need to be purchased according to the full accommodation ticket value. There are no lay-by or partial deposits with monthly instalments offered for bookings.
Consider collecting funds from your group beforehand. Alternatively make use of a credit card to purchase your ticket and then settle your credit facility with suitable repayments.


*IMPORTANT:
All tickets are non-refundable. However supporters can purchase their own optional booking insurance to cover their ticket values. 
Please visit the third party insurer's Terms And Conditions here to view exactly what ticket protection is included: 
https://www.xcover.com/en/pds/TermsandConditionsv4   
>There are Info Tab headings on the top of the ticketing page that displays detailed information about attendance options and venue rules.
Take heed of the ROAR policy and the disclosure of non-refundable bookings that are included on the tickets.
If you have any uncertainties please see the event Q&A page or contact the organizer's office before purchasing tickets. There are also detailed posts regarding ticketing purchasing on the event social media platforms.
 
**FOR ALL PRIVATE TICKET TRANSFERS/ SALES buyers must only use the official Quicket website for reselling.
- DO NOT PURCHASE OR SELL TICKETS ELSEWHERE PRIVATELY.
Every ticket purchased must have the individual attendee's name, surname and ID submitted during the Quicket purchase transaction and this will be verified for each ticket holder upon entrance. Resold tickets without valid ticket transfer bar codes and name changes via the website will be rejected at the event entrance!
**All online ticket sales and resales close at 12h00 Thursday 3rd Oct 2024.
 
3] ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES:
 
Camping sites are adequate for 6 persons. Should you be only 3 or 4 friends attending as campers for example, then event organizers do reserve the right to ask you to share the stands with other camping ticket holders. The Witbank venue has space to comfortably accommodate the planned full capacity of Camber enthusiasts provided that stands are not occupied by less than 5 people.
Note that the Coilover ticket entitles the visitor to full event access, resort facilities and camping space only. All camping equipment, tents and sleeping gear must be supplied by the visitor himself/ herself. Take note that all camping sites have power points and require a male 3-pin caravan plug for use, which is available from regular camping retailers. Note that specific camp stands cannot be reserved in advance, please ensure that you arrive early to select your preference of sites if needed.
For chalets and hotels, guests may not sleep more people than the maximum capacity stipulated for each ticket type. All chalet accommodation is self-catering and there are food vendors on site for catering supplies. Food vendors at the show area include halaal.
Please use ‘braai’ areas provided and kindly park vehicles at the designated areas.
Wear your event wristband at all times. Management will not allow visitors who have lost their wristbands into the venue.
 
4] PLEASE NOTE THAT NO BRANDED SETUPS OR EQUIPMENT is allowed for shade, leisure or any other reason by spectators or contestants. Only plain unbranded camp chairs, umbrellas, gazebos etc are permitted. Should you wish to market or promote a commercial brand then please contact the organizers in advance regarding exhibitor stands, vending stalls or sponsor space. Displaying business visuals on camping or picnic setups without prior approval is addressed as ambush marketing and will not be tolerated.
Kindly note there is a R.O.A.R venue and event policy. There are no refunds for offenders and evictions.
 
5] Day-visitors at the Camber Treffen event have designated parking areas.
Only pre-registered Show & Shine day-visiting vehicles, and Castor & Toe ticket holders will have vehicles permitted into the main show display section. All other Day-visit supporters have specified parking areas. There is a “cash payment at the gate” option for OEM day-visitors. We do however encourage supporters to secure tickets beforehand to avoid disappointment. The volume of attendance is unpredictable, due to significant demand, and once the venue reaches maximum capacity only pre-sold ticket holders will be permitted entry.
 
6] The venue will offer refreshment vendors.
Overnight visitors are allowed to bring their own alcoholic beverage and food but please note the following conditions:
·      No glass bottles are permitted into the event. Please purchase refreshments in cans and decant liquor spirits into plastic/ aluminium containers ahead of the event. If visitors do not adhere to this rule then please note that we cannot keep your bottles safe on your behalf until the end of the festival. Abandoned or confiscated items will be entirely discarded.
·      Consumption of liquor is allowed at the chalets, camping area and main show area however no beverages or food is permitted at the swimming pools.
·      No drunken or disorderly conduct will be tolerated.
·      Please plan your outing responsibly as always we discourage any drinking and driving.
 
7] DISCLAIMER: While organizers make every effort to host a safe event please note that all facilities and activities on the resort are used entirely at your own risk.
All entry tickets will be scanned at our gate box office. Please ensure that you do not buy tickets off the street and we strongly advise against the purchase of second hand tickets via social media. These “private sale” tickets are often clone copied and illegitimate, and will not pass the entrance scanners.
Also take heed of the Quicket terms regarding tickets:  www.quicket.co.za/terms-and-conditions.aspx
 
8] Full R.O.A.R is applicable.
No unruly behaviour and no firearms/ weapons/ dangerous objects will be allowed at the event.
Persons and vehicles entering or leaving the resort may be subject to a search.
No pets are allowed on the resort, with the exception of guide dogs for the visually impaired.
Kindly note that venue water restrictions apply during certain periods of the year. No washing of cars outside of the official car wash areas is allowed.
Please note that this is a child friendly event and NO SPINNING, SPEEDING or excessive revving of vehicles will be tolerated at the venue. Perpetrators will be evicted without refunds, have vehicle wheels clamped and/or may face charges for any actions that could be considered harmful to other visitors.
We urge all patrons not to indulge in any illegal substances and we will have provincial law enforcement authorities on site to deal with transgressors.
Kindly report any incidents, lost children or medical emergencies to Reception or nearest security personnel.
 
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*The full festival activities program will be published by 30th September 2024. 
Please view the official event social media page for frequently asked questions and answers: 
www.facebook.com/CamberTreffen
www.instagram.com/cmbrtrfn
Car clubs are welcome to contact the organizer for arranging of any convoys to the event, where details can be posted on the event page.
 
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FREQUENT Q&A

Questions & Answers:
 
Q(1): I want to attend but I'm worried about unforeseen things like Covid causing problems for events. How safe is my ticket purchase?
A: Substantial consultation is done with industry stakeholders to plan for safe events. However it is fair to state that there are no absolute guarantees. The events, tourism and hospitality industries prepare and develop rigorous protocols for future operations but the absence of event risks are never a certainty. For this reason the event and venue may consider offering Fail-Safe dates however refunds are not possible. We therefore advise public to only support the future event industry if they fully understand the potential risks.
 
Q(2): I want to buy tickets but the website says "booked out". What does that mean?
A: Booked out ticket listings means that supporters have reserved bookings for all the available space for that type of ticket. Bookings can happen extremely fast on ticket launch day due to public demand. However each supporter is given a limited time to conclude payment for a booking. If payment is not submitted then tickets will be returned to the system and made available for other supporters to buy. This cycle will continue until all "booked out" tickets have been paid and the status will change to "sold out". Keep visiting the site daily (and refresh your screen) for unpaid tickets that may become available again.
Once "sold out" is indicated it means that all ticket bookings have been paid and no further space will be available for that ticket listing.

Q(3): What does "Secondary Sale Options" mean?
A: These are previously purchased tickets that have been uploaded by supporters who are no longer able to attend the event. The pre-owned tickets are then listed for sale at this website link which can be found under each ticket category name.
If you are interested in buying the tickets you can purchase them by following the payment process disclosed on the website. The bar codes and reference numbers will then be automatically changed and updated to your individual details.
Please do not buy any tickets via social media adverts that are not listed for purchase on the official website. Any payment that a seller asks for that does not take place through the website purchase cart is likely to be a scam for cloned or fake tickets. The website transaction platform is the only safe method to ensure the verified transfer of tickets.
Buyers and sellers can follow this link for secondary purchases: https://help.quicket.com/portal/en/kb/articles/how-to-resell-your-ticket-public-or-private-option 
Feel free to contact the Quicket office at 021 424 9308 if you encounter any technical difficulties with the website.

Q(4): How does the Benz Patent Motorwagen give-away prize work?
A: Any visitor who holds the corresponding winning wristband number can claim the set of wheels. Event representatives will draw the Camber prize on the main stage. If your wristband number is announced you could take ownership of the wheels. Please note terms of the competition at the event website.


Q(5): Where exactly is the Air Ride Hotel option and when do I enter the main show area?
A: Bagged hotel tickets are luxury accommodation spaces secured at RidgePoint hotel and this is located a short 3km driving distance from the main show.
Entrance to the main show area for all visitors is 7am Saturday 5th October. Friday is not an official motorshow day and is therefore not included. The RidgePoint Casino does offer ample amenities and entertainment for supporters to enjoy before or after the motorshow activities. For a better weekend experience consider buying the early arrival option.


Q(7): Check-ins for early arrival chalet and camping accommodation is on the Friday morning of the event weekend. What time does check-ins end? Can I come in at 2am in the morning?
A: The main gates close at 22h30 Friday and re-open at 07h00 Saturday morning. Please plan your arrival before closing time or after 7am the next morning. Any other arrival time requires the ticket holder to wait for the venue gates to open. Kindly ensure that you have arranged all your needed supplies/ food and have them brought with you inside the resort during the day, pass outs will for safety concerns not be possible after operating hours.
 
Q(8): If I attend as a day-visitor where exactly do I park?
A: Witbank Dam Resort has several designated parking areas inside the venue, which are adjacent to the main show area, where day visitors are permitted to park and socialize. Should you wish to enter your car into the main display area then you need to either pre-register for the Show And Shine competition (at no extra charge) or purchase a Caster & Toe ticket (limited quantity) for non-competitor vehicles.
 
Q(9): What time is the AfterSlam and who can get access?
A: The After party takes place on Saturday evening from 18h00 to 00h00. All residents (on-site and off-site accommodation visitors) as well as all campers get access. Sadly all day-visitors have to leave the resort by 5pm and will not be allowed to attend the AfterSlam. 
NB: There is an option for day-visitors to purchase additional AfterSlam access however these add-on capacities are very limited in accordance with the event operational plans.
 
Q(10): How many cars are allowed to enter the Show And Shine competition?
A: The judging panel will scrutinize roughly 400 vehicle pre-registration entries beforehand. Approximately 180 of those are shortlisted as successful contestants to display their vehicles at the main motorshow. Ultimately 30 of the vehicles that have then been judged at the main stage will be selected as category winners, with 1 finalist being crowned Best Of Show amongst all brands participating.
 
Q(11): I want to display my car at Show & Shine how do I enter? 
A: The Show & Shine pre-registration is free and takes place via email submission as from 1 July to 30 September 2024. Note that all event visitors can take their car into the venue but not all visitors can display a car at the Show & Shine competition space. Pre-registration means that your car will go through a selection process with a panel of judges before the actual event, and only successful applicants who the judges deem fit to compete are given a registration approval. All submissions do receive either a "successful" or an "unsuccessful" registration notification via email before the show. Approved vehicles will receive a dash board (official Camber Treffen contestant) display form by 30 September 2024.
> Submission email:  [email protected]  
*Send a picture of your car with a brief description of customisation/ modifications that you have executed on it.
Original /Stock vehicles that have been kept in mint condition are also welcome to register.
 
Q(12): What other activities happen at the motorshow?
A: The Sound-Off, Low Limbo and other motorshow related programme content will be announced ahead of the event. The entertainment line-up will also be detailed on the event social media at regular intervals.
 
Q(13): The event looks really interesting. Can I pay my ticket off in stages?
A: Unfortunately all attendance tickets need to be paid once off in full. We suggest collecting upfront payment portions from crew members as quick as you can and then buying the ticket to secure the space. Purchasing of any event tickets needs to be done as early as possible because good spaces are likely to sell out very fast.
 
Q(14): Why do festival tickets cost more than a normal visit to the venue at another time of the year?
A: The festival is an expensive special event to host. The exclusivity of the venue for the motorshow requires substantial upfront funding and the national laws for extraordinary large events (the Gatherings Act and the Sports & Recreation Act) dictates that a significant amount of expensive logistical changes need to be made at the venue for the congregation of a large crowd. Further factors are the costly audio visual setups and the unique main stage, attendee giveaways and competitor prizes, the AfterSlam entertainment, the vast security deployment, safety officers and medical standby services, licenses and structural certifications, public liability insurance and event attorney services, additional ablution and sanitation, access control fencing and bar code scanning equipment, VIP areas, marquees and furniture, service providers, event coverage, print and online media advertising, there are outsourced services that are too many to list here. Note must also be made that the festival takes months of planning, equipment and physical work and this requires resources that is not possible to accomplish at zero cost. So while organizers always keep ticket prices to the lowest possible rate, the event brand does depend on a marginal increase to make the objective of hosting an awesome festival achievable.

Q(15): Can we not check out of the hotel or chalets later than 11h00 after the main event? 
A: The check-out time is unfortunately a normal venue reservations guideline that we have to adhere to.
Please plan a cooler box if you still have any food items left over in your chalet. Alternatively consider booking for an additional day at your accommodation.
The check-out time stipulation applies for both public supporters and event exhibitors. 

Q(16): I would like to arrive earlier than Saturday, or leave Witbank later than Sunday. Is it possible to do this?
A: Supporters are welcome to book for additional days to prolong their stay.
Early arrival can be done by getting a Camber ticket that stipulates extended stay for early arrival.
Longer stays after the festival can be done by booking directly with the venue reception.

Q(17): I have never been to Witbank Dam Resort. Is this a decent venue?
A: The Ridgepoint Hotel ticks all the boxes for enthusiasts who need deluxe overnight accommodation and amenities at a rate that doesn’t kill the bank. Witbank Resort camping and chalets are well laid out with superb lake views and structures are in fair condition for an event. The super slide pool is currently under renovation and our team will be working with the management of the venues to ensure that supporters enjoy good facilities when the festival weekend arrives.
The venue roads are in great shape and if any potholes might crop up in the next 2 – 3 months, the planning committee will attend to it before car owners arrive.
The show area amphitheatre will be a big hit for the planned vehicle displays and any general maintenance required leading up to the event Spring period is being expedited.
Essentially, Camber Treffen is young compared to its Camp Fest sibling but the organizers are going the extra mile to ensure a spectacular experience for supporters.
 

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CAMBER TREFFEN 2k24
Witbank Dam Resort
Witbank Dam, Doornpoort AH 312-Js, Emalahleni, 1035
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