SATURDAY 11 FEBRUARY
- Kabouterland bied aan Bospiekniek by Paradyskloof Woud tussen 10:00 en 13:00. Bring jou hele gesin, jonk en oud, en beleef die verandering van ’n woud na ’n feetjie paradys. Met ’n kort entjie se stap tussen die bome, kan u die kabouters, die bosdiere en die karakters van feeverhale sien leef in die woud. As jy saggies trap kan jy dalk ’n feetjie sien. Moenie jou piekniek mandjie vir na die tyd vergeet nie. Ouers kan lekker ontspan terwyl die kleingoed pret hê en die gebied verken.
- Conquer Simonsberg this weekend with mountain walking guide Santie Gouws from 06:15 to 14:00. Enjoy the magnificent 360-degree views from the top of the mountain during the 7,5 hour, 8,3 km out-and-back hike with mild scrambling. Costs are R395 per person and includes a qualified registered mountain guide and coffee/tea. To register WhatsApp 082 566 1788, space are limited.
- The time has come for you to unleash your passion and experience unparalleled euphoria. Join BMW Motorrad Stellenbosch by Donford from 08:00 to 13:00 for the official unveiling of the new BMW S 1000 RR at BMW Motorrad Stellenbosch and be one of the first to experience this Superbike for yourself.
- Join Squirrel Rescue and Rehab for a funfilled Valentine’s Evening at the Bottelary Tennis Club. Spitbraai, dancing, raffles, prizes and much more! Costs are R300 per person. Bring your own drinks. Book at info@squirrelrescue.co.za
SUNDAY 12 FEBRUARY
- Spread the trail love, wear red and enjoy a guaranteed romantic workout. Dirtopia is celebrating the month of love on the single-track (of course) No better farm than the French inspired L’Avenir with its beautiful gardens, wines and views. Run though orchards, vineyards and of course Dirtopia’s trails. Trail runners encourage everyone to be part of the theme and wear something red. Registration starts from 06:30 and the races start at 07:30 (11 km) and 07:45 (6 km). Costs are: 6 km (R140) and 11 km (R170). Kids under the age of 18 pay only R60 pre entry. Late entries will be taken on event day at an additional fee. Timing by Amarider Trail Tag – available for rent (R20) or buy (R100). Live results on www.trailtag.co.za for all pre-entrants; late entries & changes will only be live by the Monday afternoon.
- Join Heins at Kleine Liebe for a family friendly Valentine’s Day picnic with a LIVE performance from Jack & June. Tickets include a live performance from Jack & June and a choice between two picnic baskets. Tables and cash bar will be available. Couples will receive a free bottle of Heins Sauvignon Blanc or Heins Dry Rosé. Tickets are R300pp for adults and R80pp for kids. Contact info@kleineliebe.co.za or 082 321 8499 to book your tickets.
- Celebrate Valentine’s Day and find the romance at Hazendal Wine Estate. Surrounded by an array of botanical corners and views of the floating pavilion, the lawn’s peaceful ambience creates the perfect setting to share the magic of love. Picnics are costed at R750 per couple and include a complimentary bottle of Christoffel Hazenwinkel wine and an edible game to add some light-hearted fun! Bookings can be made online or kindly contact us at bookings@hazendal.co.za to book your spot.
- Old Nectar concerts is delighted to present the young up and coming soprano Christon Southgate, accompanied by pianist Arno Jones, in a concert that forms part of our Young Artists Series in support of South African talent. The 21-year-old Southgate, from Brackenfell, Cape Town, will perform arias by Pergolesi, Handel, Mozart, Schubert and Wolf as well as songs from musical theatre by Lehar, Lloyd-Webber, Sondheim, to name a few. This fundraising concert, starting at 16:00, is in support of Southgate so she is able to enrol for the Advanced Diploma in Performance at SU in 2023. Tickets are R200 per person are available via Quicket and include selected wines from Banhoek’s renowned Oldenburg Wine Estate and finger food at interval. Student/learner tickets are offered at R50 per concert at the door. Guests are invited to come early or stay after the concert to enjoy the start of Spring at the Old Nectar gardens. For more information, please visit www.oldnectar.com or contact Fiona Grayer via email concerts@oldnectar.com
TUESDAY 14 FEBRUARY
- The Manor at Nederburg in Paarl is pulling out all the stops to make this year’s Valentine’s Day (Tuesday, 14 February) one to cherish and remember. Couples can choose between two superb lunch (12:00 to 16:00) and dinner (17:00 to 21:00) options: a romantic picnic in the beautiful garden at R650 per couple, or, delicious platters of food served to your table on the terrace of the manor house, offered at R600 per couple. There’ll be live musical entertainment on the terrace by local artist John Niel, who’ll be setting the mood with an array of old and new romantic songs. Limited space is available per seating, so don’t delay. Make your reservation by contacting the team at The Manor on 021 877 5155 or info@nederburg.com.
- This Valentine’s Day, treat that special someone with a bottle of Cap Classique that is beautifully unique as the love you share. This is what you will discover when enjoying either The Vineyard Collection Cap Classique Chenin Blanc (old vine) 2020 or The Vineyard Collection Cap Classique Pinot Noir Rosé 2019. What better to serve on Valentine’s Day than oysters with both Cap Classique’s to enhance the flavours of this delicacy perfectly? Also, a match in culinary heaven with seafood dishes. Available directly from the Tasting Room at R140 per bottle, online at Perdeberg’s Online Wine Shop or at selected liquor outlets nationwide. For more information visit https://perdeberg.co.za/.
- Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show your loved one just how much they mean to you. Enjoy an outdoor picnic with a delicious farm-fresh food basket and a bottle of our award-winning wine or indulge in a three-course dinner at our renowned The Werf restaurant. Both experiences provide the ideal setting for couples to celebrate and create lasting memories together. Picnics: From 12:00 to 17:00. Cost: Picnic for 2 at R850 per couple | Single Basket at R425 (including a glass of Boschendal Brut Rose). The Werf Restaurant: From 18:00 to 22:00. Cost: R625 per person (includes three-course sharing menu and a bottle of Boschendal Brut Rose). Click here for more information https://boschendal.com/special-events/valentines-on-the-farm/ and contact reservations@boschendal.co.za to make a booking.
- Join The Wine Arc and celebrate love in the company of beautiful people, fine wine, haute cuisine, live entertainment and even a few surprises the evening may have in store. Tickets are selling at R200 per person – available from Quicket South Africa. Live Entertainment by Loren Erasmus.
- Are you looking for the perfect way to spend Valentine’s Day?Celebrate love at Hudson’s Venue & Restaurant at Vredenheim from 18:00 to 21:00. Stroll through our beautiful gardens and enjoy their valentinespicnic with a bottle of Vredenheim Rosé. Cost per basket (for 2) is R550. Vegetarian options available, please enquire. To book: Email info@hudsons.events before 13 February at 15:00 (secure your booking with pre-payment + 10% service charge).
- Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Spier with a romantic picnic next to the Eerste River. Collect your basket filled with delicious farm-fresh food and settle down for a feast while you enjoy the sounds of romantic live music played from across the bank. Local singer/songwriter Luh’ra, with the help of her golden guitar, will provide tranquil melodies during the evening. Costs are R950 (picnic for two).
