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THURSDAY
Food & Wine Pairing Dinner Join La Pentola and Ataraxia for a four-course meal expertly prepared by Chef Shane and paired with Ataraxia wines. R450 pp. To book, call 028 313 1685. La Pentola, Marine Dr, Hermanus Waterfront | 18:30
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FRIDAY
Friday Morning Market Hosted by Gansbaai Tourism, this fun-filled market offers lovely, fresh, home-baked goodies, from jams to cookies and much more, every Friday morning. Pretorius Hall, Gansbaai Main Road | 09:00 – 11:30 Wine Down Friday Celebrate that TGIF feeling at The Wine Glass at the end of a busy week! Enjoy the vibe and get two for the price of one on selected wines, beers and nibbles. Book via www.thewineglass.guru or call 082 082 0007. The Wine Glass, 2 Harbour Rd, Hermanus | 16:00 – 18:00 Bottomless Bubbles Fridays Start the weekend in style at the iconic Marine Hotel with bottomless bubbles from L’Ormarins and chef’s welcome canapés at R200 pp. Get 10% discount off your dinner that same evening. Booking essential on 028 313 1000/bookings@themarine.co.za. The Marine | 17:00 – 19:00 Hi-Tec Walker Bay Outdoor This four-day adventure sports festival situated in the heart of Hermanus features multiple sporting events and kicks off with the Ledlenser Twilight Run along the Cliff Path from Grotto Beach to the Old Harbour. Find all of the details on the weekend’s various events, including the popular Big 6 Xtreme on P 3 or visit www.walkerbayoutdoor.com. Grotto Beach | 17:30
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SATURDAY
WINE & DINE
L2L Official Practice Walk A family-friendly walk along the Walker Bay coastline in aid of Overstrand Hospice, hosted by the Lighthouse 2 Lighthouse ladies in collaboration with Whale Coast Tourism and Walkerbay Outdoor. Starting at Grotto Beach, you can choose between a 6 km, 12 km or 18 km route. Bring your own water (there is no fresh water along the route), sunscreen, snacks and lunch. Wear comfortable hiking shoes and gaiters are recommended (protects against sand in shoes). Tickets from R50 pp available online at quicket.co.za (children U12 walk free). Grotto Beach parking area | 06:30 (registration)
Whalers Longrun Join the Whalers Athletics Club for an exhilirating 20 km run. Starting from Grotto Beach, the route will take you along Die Plaat and then onto gravel roads and jeep tracks towards Wortelgat and onwards to Stanford. The run will finish at Ou Meul in Stanford, where participants can enjoy something to eat and drink. There is no cost and non-members are also welcome. Let Carina know on 072 347 1142 or carina@cegela. co.za by not later than Thursday 22 April in order for the club to organise a support vehicle and transport back from Stanford. Grotto Beach parking area | 06:30 Race2Stanford Triathlon A breathtaking half iron distance triathlon with a route that begins in beautiful Hermanus and winds through the scenic Hemel-en-Aarde wine valley before culminating in the stunning town of Stanford, where the finish line will feature a farm-style market with local foods, wine and beer. There will also be a 5km Fun Run along the Stanford Wandelpad at 09:00 for friends and families who don’t want to miss out on all the fun before welcoming participants back off their bikes (R90 pp – snapscan or cash on the day). Enter online at electricink.co.za/race-2-stanford/ Hermanus New Harbour | 07:00
delights on display, from homemade sheep and goats’ cheeses to wood-fired ciabattas, pastries and pies, charcuterie, farm-fresh vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, preserves and deli delights (including gluten-free, wheat-free and vegan goodies) to tantalise your taste buds! #Nomasksnoservice. Stanford Hotel Stoep | 09:00 – 12:00 Junktique Market One man’s junk is another man’s treasure. Pop in and give new life to a previously loved item. Treats and nibbles also available. R50 per stall. To book contact 028 341 0340 or book@ stanfordinfo.co.za. Stanford Tourism Office Courtyard | 09:00 – 12:00 Craft Beer & Bratwurst Celebration Enjoy an afternoon of good vibes in The Courtyard with local craft beers, delicious bratwurst, live music, wine and cocktails. The Wine Glass’s full menu will also be available. Call 082 082 0007 to book. The Wine Glass, 2 Harbour Rd, Hermanus | 13:00 – 18:00 (Sat & Sun)
Gansbaai Farmers’ Market Specialising in fresh produce, home-baked foods, and crafts. Come and enjoy entertainment and refreshments at this popular kuierplek. For enquiries, contact 028 384 1439 or doulene@gansbaaitourism.co.za Kapokblom Street, opposite Gansbaai Tourism | 09:00 – 13:00 Stanford Saturday Morning Market Come and sample the artisanal
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at 18:00 and the movie will begin shortly after sunset. No alcohol of any kind is permitted onto the wine estate. A bar with non-alcoholic and alcoholic refreshments, as well as various food items will be available for purchase. R95 per adult and R75 per child U12. Book at nomadgigs. co.za/notting-hill/ and check out the combo deals that include your movie ticket and a bite to eat. Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate | 18:00
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Twilight Street Market You’ll find all your favourite hand-crafted things, including wine, craft beer, chocolate, leather goods, clothing, home décor, arts and crafts, chillis, pickles, cheese, dried fruit and nuts at this family fun market. Live music and free entry. Book a stand at R100 by contacting Jaci Less on 082 611 0354. Creative Emporium, Hemel-enAarde Village | 16:00 – late
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SUNDAY
Outdoor Cinema Located on the edge of the Bot River lagoon, Benguela Cove is the perfect place for a date night or a night out with friends while enjoying an outdoor screening of the romantic classic, Notting Hill. Doors open
MONDAY
Die Heuwels Fantasties Live! Music & Wine next to the dam on Lomond Wine Estate – what more could one ask for? Drinks and food will be served while you enjoy the amazing Heuwels Fantasties. Seating will be available, but it’s advisable to bring picnic blankets and camping chairs. Tickets at R250 per adult (incl. stemless wine glass), R200 per child U18 and R100 per child U12 (kids U5 free) are limited to ensure social distancing. Book online at quicket.co.za. No tables or seats will be reserved, so be sure to come early to reserve your spot. For enquiries contact info@ lomond.co.za or WhatsApp 082 908 0099. Lomond Wine Estate |Gates open from 09:30, performance starts at 12:00
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Hermanus Country Market A favourite among the locals. Young, old, two-legged and four-legged family members are all welcome. You’ll find wholesome goodies, home-made crafts, local produce, beers and wine, speciality foods, coffee and live music. Next to Hermanus Cricket Field | 09:00 – 13:00 Die Markie It’s Saturday. Time to recharge the batteries... Where better to kick off your shoes and put your feet up than Die Markie, where you can meet up with family and friends and take it easy in a safe, open-air environment? Share a platter, a pizza or a bottle, or grab an empty plate and glass to pick and choose a brekkie, brunch or lunch and sip of your choosing. Wear your mask, sanitise, energise and enjoy a Slice of Life... Hermanuspietersfontein Wynkelder | 09:00 – 13:00
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TUESDAY
WCC Spider Hunt Join Whale Coast Conservation and Dr Vic Hamilton-Attwell with finding and identifying spiders in Fernkloof Nature Reserve. You might even help them find the very precious and endangered baboon spiders. (No spiders or humans will be harmed!) R120 for adults and R60 for children (towards environmental education). To book, contact anina.wcc@gmail. com or WhatsApp 083 242 3295. Fernkloof Nature Reserve | 14:30 – 16:00
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FRIDAY
Stanford Sunset Market Stanford's favourite, family-friendly, dog-friendly market brings local food, coffee, deli products, gifts, plants, fresh produce and live tunes to the heritage market square on the last Friday of the month. Pop in, meet new people, hook up with old friends, support local vendors, and take delicious food home for the whole weekend. Free entrance and plenty of free parking. Please wear a mask and follow Covid protocols of social distancing. Stanford Market Square | 18:00 – 20:00 (in the event of rain, the venue will be at Birkenhead Brewery)
Outdoor Movie Night Enjoy a screening of Pitch Perfect under the stars at the picturesque Wildekrans Wine Estate. A yummy selection of food, popcorn and a cash bar will be available on the night, so arrive with an appetite. Dress snuggly, bring your own camping chair/blanket and come with your best singing voice to join the Barden Bellas in this hilarious comedy. Tickets at R100 for adults and R75 for pensioners and children 13 years and younger are available at milkywayproductions.co.za/events/pitch-perfect. Own food and drinks will not be permitted but the restaurant will be fully operational. Wildekrans Wine Estate, Bot River | 18:00 (gates open & movie starts at 19:30) Nature Reserve Camp Whale Coast Conservation invites you to join them for an overnight camp under the milkwoods in the beautiful Whale Coast Nature Reserve. Arriving at the Reserve gate at 17:00, you’ll settle in and enjoy a braai before going on a chameleon hunt, followed by a beach exploration the next morning, both under the expert guidance of WCC’s Sheraine van Wyk. Then you can help to plant a forest – see details below. You will need to bring your own camping gear, food, beverages, etc. Braai wood will be supplied. The cost for the overnight experience in this very special private reserve is R200 per adult and R100 for children U12. Book your place soon as a maximum of 30 people will be allowed. Contact shirleym.wcc@gmail.com. Detailed directions will be provided when you book. Whale Coast Nature Reserve | 17:00
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SATURDAY
Plant a forest Celebrate Worker’s Day by making a difference for the environment and getting to work on planting ‘Frank’s Forest’. Whale Coast Conservation is planting 400 trees to celebrate late Frank Woodvine's extraordinary life in conservation and they need an army of volunteers to help. Simply park your car about 200m on the Hawston side of the Green House next to the R43 (look out for the Whale Coast Conservation banner). The nearby gate to the Whale Coast Nature Reserve will be opened for volunteers from 09:30 (no dogs allowed). Bring a shovel, watering can and refreshments, and walk just under 1 km to the forest planting site, where the holes will be ready for you to plant the trees. For more information and directions, email Shirley on shirleym.wcc@gmail.com. Whale Coast Nature Reserve | 10:00
