This weekend, the Mother City has you covered when it comes to festivities. From fun family time featuring spicy food to coffee, wine and live music, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concert
Gather your picnic blankets and baskets and prepare for a serene sunset serenade.
The Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts is set to serve a relaxed, picnic-style event featuring performances by two legendary local artists, Ami Faku and Simmy.
Known for her soulful voice and genre-bending sound, Faku blends elements of Afro-soul, jazz, and occasionally amapiano, to create a unique and captivating musical experience.
With hits like “Ubuhle Bakho” and “Inde Lendlela”, her music is the perfect accompaniment to a sunset picnic.
Meanwhile, singer-songwriter Simmy is celebrated for her powerful, soulful voice and infectious Afro-pop sound. With hits like “Ngiyesaba” and “Umahlalela”, Simmy's hits are guaranteed to get you moving and grooving.
When: Sunday, March 30.
Where: Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden.
Costs: Tickets range from R255 to R360 and are available through Webtickets.
Festival of Fire's Chilli Carnival
Get your tastebuds ready for a spicy kick! Festival of Fire's Chilli Carnival is bringing the heat with a day filled with spicy food, live music and thrilling challenges.
This event is all about spice so if you have what it takes and want to test your limits, these chilli challenges are sure to set you on fire.
Here’s what to expect:
- A League of Fire World Title Match will take place, where South Africa will compete against the USA in a chilli-eating showdown
- The Chili Challenges, designed only for the bravest, will put your taste buds and tolerance to the test!
- Challenge your taste buds with locally crafted artisanal hot sauce shots.
- Enjoy the Hot Chip Challenge by eating tortilla chips infused with a blend of super hot chilli powder.
There’ll also be food and drink stations where you can savour chili-infused dishes, craft cocktails, and refreshing drinks to cool down when the heat becomes too much. Discover unique goods at the artisanal chili-based market, perfect for finding one-of-a-kind treasures.
Bring the whole family to enjoy playful activities designed for young adventurers at the family friendly zones.
For live performances, groove to the sounds of an amazing lineup, featuring artists such as Freshlyground, Locnville, Dean Fuel, Faker Streets and Shake SA.
Where: The Ostrich Van.
When: Saturday, March 29.
Cost: Adult general admission tickets range between R250 and R350, while teen tickets will cost between R125 and R150 on the day. They are available through the Festival of Fire's website.
Winelands Coffee Festival
Coffee lovers, rejoice! The Winelands Coffee Festival is brewing up a storm in the heart of the Winelands. Indulge in a vibrant mix of coffee, wine, craft beer and delicious food, all while enjoying live music.
Held in the picturesque setting of Stellenbosch, this festival is a must-visit for anyone who appreciates the finer things in life.
The festival offers a wide variety of specialty coffee blends from both local and international roasters, catering to all coffee lovers. From pour-overs to lattes, there is something to satisfy every coffee expert’s preferences.
Enhance your coffee brewing experience with the latest cutting-edge equipment and gadgets, showcased in dedicated Brew Tools & Accessories areas. Home Brewing enthusiasts will also find everything they need to elevate their craft.
Activities
At various exhibitor stands, attendees can also watch live brewing demonstrations using top-notch equipment and a range of brewing techniques. These demonstrations will surely motivate both novice and experienced coffee enthusiasts.
Wine
The curated wine bar will showcase the best of the Winelands' wine offerings, carefully selected to pair perfectly with your coffee. From crisp whites to rich reds, you'll discover new favorites.
Beer
Craft beer enthusiasts will also find a selection of local brews to enjoy. Whether you're a coffee devotee, wine enthusiast or beer lover, this festival has something for everyone. You'll enjoy a variety of drinks paired with mouth-watering food from local vendors, designed to complement the coffee, wine, and beer. Think artisanal pastries, gourmet sandwiches and more.
Food
A variety of delectable treats, such as gourmet food trucks, sandwich bars and patisseries filled with cakes, will satisfy both your sense of smell and taste. These treats will pair perfectly with coffee, ensuring that culinary enthusiasts' taste buds are equally indulged.
Music
The festival's relaxed and festive atmosphere will be enhanced by live music performances, making it an ideal weekend getaway. A curated line-up of talented artists, such as John Ellis of Tree63, Jacob Swann and Laubscher Basson, will entertain attendees.
When: Saturday, March 29 and Sunday, March 30.
Where: The Woodmill.
Cost: Tickets are R150 for one day pass and R260 for the weekend pass. They are available through iTickets.