Paarl has a wide range of events, festivals & markets throughout 2013, and we will be adding as many of them as we can. So do visit this page again to find out all the info on what's happening in Paarl & Wellington for 2013. The listing is arranged in date order.
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MONUMENTS & MUSEUMS | NATURE RESERVES | PAARL MALL SHOPPING
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SPORT | SHOPS | VINEYARDS & WINERIES
To advertise or add events, markets and festivals in Paarl & Wellington contact us:
on 021 876 2475 or send an email to sanet@.co.za.
Thank you.
EVERY SATURDAY 09:00 TO 13:00
A real farmers' market with the freshest produce on offer (remember your cooler box!).
This is not your average flea market set-up, and the focus is mainly on organic produce straight from the farms.
The produce on offer on that day includes organic vegetables, vegetables, fruit, beef, lamb & mutton, chicken, pork, freshly baked bread, droëwors & biltong, cheese, biscuits and cakes, free-range eggs, jams and preserves, olives and olive oil, grape-seed oil, bra ai-wood.
Address: Windmeul Winery, Paarl, Cape Winelands.
Telephone: +27 (0)21 869-8043
Both English and Afrikaans shows are hosted here and can even be hired by professional entertainers and others who seeks a venue for their productions.
Click HERE te see the monthly shows program...
For Bookings Contact:
Vicky Stemmet
Cell: 083 564 0056
Email: vicky@oumeulteater.co.za
To advertise your January 2013 event here contact us on 021 876 2475 or send an email to sanet@.co.za
For Bookings Contact:
Date: Wednesday, 17 – Saturday, 20 April
Venue: ARC Bien Donné Research Farm.
GPS: 33°50’30.17” S 18°58’36.03” E, R45, Simondium, Paarl/Franschhoek
Focus: Fruit, Vegetables, Wine and Red Meat
Contact: 021 863 0397
To advertise your February 2013 events here contact usd on 021 876 2475 or send an email to sanet@.co.za
For Bookings Contact:
Date: Wednesday, 17 – Saturday, 20 April
Venue: ARC Bien Donné Research Farm.
GPS: 33°50’30.17” S 18°58’36.03” E, R45, Simondium, Paarl/Franschhoek
Focus: Fruit, Vegetables, Wine and Red Meat
Contact: 021 863 0397
“Agriculture for the consumer” is the 2013 theme for the Bien Donné Agri Cape Week. A variety of presentations at the expo will aim to expose agriculture as a consumer friendly industry. While a focus will be retained on how agriculture may become increasingly friendly to consumers by primary role players, a wide number of tailor made consumer market events will be included in this year’s expo programme.
Activities for the Red Meat Industry promise to be of extreme value to producers in particular. At Bien Donné 2013 the focus on consumers will kick off with a red meat focussed Agri-consumer debate. The facilitator will be Prof. Johann Kirsten from the University of Pretoria. This discussion is expected to offer a meaningful perspective on an important issue. Additional red meat activities planned include a training session for cattle handlers at shows and a “Braai and Taste” event by the Angus Cattle Breeders’ Association.
Go big! Enjoy a braai! Jan Braai, the official face of South Africa's favourite leisure event, will be part of the 2013 Bien Donné Agri Cape Week. In line with his life call to unite South Africans around a barbeque fire, Jan will talk about the different types of meat and the various methods of preparation. His presentation will include a demonstration – certainly not something you would like to miss out on if a braai fire tickles your fancy. Jan Braai will also be the judge in the steak braai competition to be held during the expo. As always the participant will be treated to fantastic prizes. Especially corporate teams are encouraged and invited to enroll right away.
Especially for the ladies Annually Bien Donné Agri Cape Week offers comprehensive programs for the ladies and 2013 will be no exception. One of the events which need to be diaries by all city and rural ladies is a ladies’ morning presented by LAPA Publishers, star cook Heleen Meyer, and the Medical Emergency Transport Rescue Organisation (METRO). With a strong focus on family health, this event promises to be a winner.
VinPro/Winetech Technical Information Day at Bien Donné Agri Cape Week will in 2013 again be the host of the VinPro and Winetech Technical Information Day. All wine growers and stakeholders in the wine industry are invited to this event. As in the past experienced speakers will discuss current industry affairs and reply to questions from the audience. All wine producers are welcome – see you there!
For Bookings Contact:
Date: Wednesday, 17 – Saturday, 20 April
Venue: ARC Bien Donné Research Farm.
GPS: 33°50’30.17” S 18°58’36.03” E, R45, Simondium, Paarl/Franschhoek
Focus: Fruit, Vegetables, Wine and Red Meat
Contact: 021 863 0397
As you enter the historic Manor House the lounge is warm and welcoming. Deep sofas invite you to sit and catch up with your friends while enjoying a welcome drink at your leisure. (choose from Kir Royale or non-alcoholic Mocktail). Heritage with a modern flavour permeates the hotel while understanding the needs of the modern guest. No rush or pressure is the order of the day – exactly as you would expect in the elegant surroundings.
Moving into the intimate Bosman’s Restaurant, with its roaring fire and beautifully laid tables, is an invitation to pamper yourselves with a languid lunch. Elegantly plated, linger over the special two or three course meal where you know the chef has lovingly planned the menu using only the freshest of ingredients. Be spoilt by the excellent but discreet service and, because the day is yours, each guest will be served some delicious sweet treats, handmade with love to enjoy with coffee as well as something special to enjoy at home; a gift from the management in celebration of Woman’s Day.
Add to that the opportunity to enter into a lucky draw where you could win two places at the Woman’s month “Culinary Innovations” evening on Friday August 31. An evening where you can savour Creation wines paired with chef Roland’s culinary artistry and be inspired by the words of guest speaker Nancy Richards, presenter on the SAFM programme OTHERWISE Talking Women. Nancy and a friend recently walked the Camino de Santiago in Spain to raise funds for the Saartjie Baartmen Foundation for abused Women and Children and a portion of the proceeds from the evening will be donated to this organisation.
Woman’s Day Lunch
Costs: TBA
Bookings: 021 863 5100
Email: christine@granderoche.co.za
Location: Huguenot High Sports Field
Organised by: Charlotte Serdyn / Charles Bothma
Email: info@bainskloof.co.za
Phone: 084 311 7765 / 079 936 0532
This race celebrates Heritage Day and attracts up to 500 entrants annually. The undulating route is a test of willpower and dedication.
Bainskloof is part of the Limietberg Nature Reserve, which in turn is part of the Boland Mountain Complex; a Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, World Heritage Site.
The race passes through Bains Kloof Pass and promises entrants will not be disappointed.
The 63.3km distance reaches the highest point of Bainskloof and includes a 7km climb after Tweede Tol. Alternatively, this can be completed as a 31.65km relay. Half marathoners run deep into the pass, while 6km Buksie runners turn at Bovlei Winery, at the foot of Bainskloof.
Gold medals are presented to the first 3 men and women, silver medals to the next 200 finishers and bronze medals to all finishers before the cut-off time. Prize giving takes place at 11am.
Casual Day is a FUNdraising project benefiting persons with disabilities.
Each year we call upon South Africans to dress differently on the first Friday of September and to wear the Casual Day sticker and something blue to show their support for persons with disabilities.
Casual Day is South Africa's foremost fundraising event of this nature and raises more than just money — it raises awareness about persons with disabilities, opportunities for corporate comradeship, community support and welfare organisation participation.
SHOW YOU CARE WITH WHAT YOU WEAR . . .
as long as you also wear a Casual Day sticker and blue!
Will we sink or swim during this, our 18th campaign? We’ll get back to you early in 2013 with the answer to that question. But we know we can’t do it unless you get on board!
The Cultivaria Festival promises a fusion of pleasure, culture and adventure like never seen before in this country.
This dynamic event on the Cape social calendar, promises a fusion of pleasure, culture and adventure like never before seen in this country.
This spectacular event is a unique opportunity for guests to enjoy a variety of memorable events, feeding the mind, body and soul.
The festival gets off to a glamorous start with the Bovril Black Tie dinner. During the festival audiences can see some of the country’s top performers in action at various venues throughout Paarl.
The jam-packed programme promises a sensory feast with various musical genres, theatre productions, dance shows, comedy, classical music and art.
Festival guests can relax at the Heinz Emporium in between the various shows and enjoy world-class wines from wineries such as Simonsvlei, Glen Carlou, Du Toitskloof, Freedom Hill and 10 Chapters and a wide variety of local delicacies.
The open-plan entertainment area also includes the Bokomo Kitchen where visitors can sharpen their culinary skills. TV chef Sonia Cabano teams up with other cooking experts to present live food demonstrations ranging from breakfast menus to high tea and dinner dazzlers.
Children are catered for with a fun-filled programme of shows and activities at the Liqui-Fruit children’s theatre.
Don’t miss the main festival production Timeless Encore with highlights of previous shows performed by the great cast. Arina de Witt, Rina Hugo, Andre Schwartz, Jannie Moolman and Kevin Leo will sing crowd-pleasing favourites.
Contact: Cultivaria Festival Office on +27 (0)21 872-9754
October - November 2013 (date to be announced)
Contact: Wilna or Hanneke RabeTel: 021 874 1046
Email: info@festiveideas.co.za
Festive Ideas 2013 will take place at Simondium's Country Lodge in October / November 2013. Festive Ideas is exactly what the name says, innovative ideas & goods for all celebratory occasions. This market will feature over 120 speciality exhibitors who will be producing exclusive and unique products especially for the Festive Ideas Market.
Grab your picnic blankets and hampers of food, the Nederberg Picnic Concert will be ushering in the summer with delightful music
Children under 12 years will be admitted free of charge. Nederburg picnic platters can be pre-ordered .
Patrons are also welcome to bring their own picnic baskets, but are requested not to bring wine, as Nederburg wines will be available.
Call 021 877 5173 for more details and bookings or
Email srust@distell.co.za
December 2013
The Festival is entertainment for the whole family.
In December Paarl hosts the annual Festival of Lights for the Drakenstein Community with local artist performing, stalls, merry-go-round and more.
Join us for more any of our wonderful events.
Contact: Call 021 807 4741 for more information.
From Paarl to Velddrif. This is THE event on the WCCU racing calendar and the flagship event. The 4 day Berg River Canoe Marathon takes place over four days and covers 227 kilometres, making it the longest race in South Africa. A hard race not for the feint hearted. It is an extremely tough challenge.It takes place in winter. The weather can be a fierce opponent, not to mention the tricky nature of the river. The water tends to be fast-flowing, but the channels are narrow, and overhanging trees give another angle to the test.
This prestigious two-day event offers a selection of fine wines from participants, who represent all walks of the South African wine world, from negociants, boutique wineries, family farms and wine estates to co-operatives and conglomerates such as Distell, Omnia and Winecorp.
Tel: +27 21 809 7737
Fax: +27 21 809 8695
Cell: +27 82 380 1936
For any enquiries about the Nederburg Auction, please contact Miems Gordon (Nederburg Auction Office Manager for Distell Ltd) using the telephone numbers.
Pearl Valley Golf Estates presents
Themed Year End Functions - Mardi Gras or Italian?
For enquiries or to arrange a site visit, contact Bernadine Coetzee on
021 867 8025 or bernadine.coetzee@pearlvalley.co.za
