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Tulbagh Spring Arts Festival

This event is postponed until 2017

THE TULBAGH SPRING ARTS FESTIVAL WILL RETURN IN 2017. 

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South Africa’s third oldest town celebrates the arrival of the warmer season and all things cultural with its 2015 Tulbagh Arts Festival, a three-day affair that runs from Friday, 11 to Sunday, 13 September 2015. Now in its fifth year, the extravaganza, which coincides with the spectacular blooming of spring flowers in the area, features a stellar line-up of exhibitions, music and literature events.

The little town of Tulbagh (about an hour and a half’s drive from Cape Town) may be more popular for its wine farms than anything else, but it has its fair share of fine art, culture and talented locals too. This festival offers an assortment of free and ticketed events happening in and around the Cape Winelands village, including musical performances by Rocco de Villiers and the fabulous Tulbagh Troubadours, a Dinner with the Artists dining extravanganza with Kokkedoor winners Johnny Hamman & Marius Uys as well as all-day art exhibitions.

What’s more, fans of South African literature will have an array of topical talks, book reviews and panel discussions to choose from, with Journeys to the End of the World writer Clive Algar, Cape Baroque author Dr Han Fransen, Ester writer Kerneels Breytenbach and more, all giving informative talks over the weekend.

The Tulbagh Arts Festival will also have crafts and food markets open all day where families and art lovers can pick up snacks and souvenirs as they soak up the spectacular mountain views and scents of wildflowers. Additionally, farms surrounding the town will welcome guests for wine tasting, chocolate appreciation and fun kids’ activities.

With all there is to see and do, could there possibly be a reason not to visit the historic Cape Winelands town?

5 HIGHLIGHTS AT THE 2015 TULBAGH ARTS FESTIVAL

DATE, TIME & VENUE

EVENT & COST

11 September 2015; 6pm
29 Church Street

Festival Opening and Featured Artist Exhibition

As a precursor to the start of the fiesta, this small-town springtime festival kicks off with live music, yummy grub and wines on the Friday evening, where participating artists, acts, residents and eager visitors can mingle. This opening affair will also act as the first night of the special exhibition showcasing artworks by Susan Smuts. Festival patron Herman Binge will open the exhibition and festival, while Gert Vlok Nel will perform a short repertoire of his most popular songs.

COST: Entry to this event is FREE!

11 September 2015; 8pm
Kokkedor Shed at Twee Jonge Gezellen Wine Estate

Dinner with the Artists

If you’re a Kokkedoor fan, then this is one dinner you’re not going to want to miss! Enjoy a memorable dining experience mingling with the artists and revelling in an array of special surprise performances. The four-courses will be cooked by Kokkedoor winners Johnny Hammam and Marius Uys. Expect plenty of twists and fine South African-inspired fare.
COST: Booking is essential and can be done by contacting +27 (0) 23 230 1375. Spots for the dinner cost R550p/p.

12 September 2015; 7pm
Morgansvlei Estate

Gala Concert: ‘Vivaldi’s Four Seasons’

An old classic for a reason, Vivaldi’s Four Seasons remains dear to most music aficionados’ hearts. The celebrated concert will be performed by Petrus de Beer on violin, Stanislav Angelov on the accordion and Schalk Joubert on double bass. Famed blues guitarist and local Tulbagh resident Albert Frost will complete the quartet.

COST: Tickets are available via Computicket.com and cost R120p/p for adults and R60 for children.

13 September 2015; 11:30am
Dutch Reformed Churh

Pop-up Classics

Brilliant baritone Johannes Slabbert and top tenor Thobela Ntshanyana will sing various classics from a collection of myriad well-loved operas and musicals. They’ll be accompanied by Philippus Hugo on the piano, and an eight-piece string ensemble.

COST: Tickets cost R120p/p and can be via Computicket. Children enter for free, making this a lovely family activity.

12- 13 September 2015; 6am – 10am
Readers Restaurant | Church Street

Photographic Excursion with Local Photographer Norman Collins

Avid photographers are in for a treat with this early-morning excursion with fine art and wedding photographer Norman Collins. Regardless of your weapon of choice (from an analog camera and a point-and-shoot to an SLR and even a cellphone), this Saturday to-do is perfect for anyone a professional. There are two sessions to choose from, namely the Dawn Mountain & Reflections class (6am to 8am) and the Blossoms class (8:30am to 10am).

COST: Booking is essential and can be done by contacting Norman on +27 (0) 82 921 0039; spots cost R100p/p per session and participants must bring along their own cameras/phones.

TICKETS FOR THE 2015 TULBAGH ARTS FESTIVAL

Entry into the Tulbagh Arts Festival’s main area and several events are free. Tickets for payable events are available via Computicket.com, Computicket outlets as well as at the door on the day; tickets bought online must be collected beforehand.

Prices range from free to R550p/p. Visit TulbaghArtsFestival.co.za for programme details.

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Tulbagh offers some great accommodation, but why not treat yourself to a stay at the Royal Hotel in Riebeek Kasteel just half an hour away? Have a squiz at our guide of annual September events to find out about more hot happenings taking place during the month.

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