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Unfiltered Thursdaze at Durbanville Hills

Every Thursday until 26 Nov 2026 · Thursday 29 October, From 18:00

Durbanville Hills · Durbanville Hills, Durbanville

Organised by Durbanville Hills

R150 per person

A weekly after-hours evening under the olive trees: welcome pour, paired bites, experimental wines such as barrel cuts and tank samples, and pizza to buy. Pre-booking essential. 18+.

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Simomo Sundowners at Simonsig

Friday 30 October 2026

Simonsig Family Vineyards · Simonsig, Stellenbosch

Organised by Simonsig Family Vineyards

A Friday sundowner at the tasting room with extended hours (open until 20:00), vineyard views, wine, cheese and charcuterie boards, pizzas and live music. Confirm dates with Simonsig.

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Vergelegen Garden Weekend

30 Oct – 1 Nov 2026, 08:30 – 11:00

Vergelegen Wine Estate · Vergelegen Wine Estate, Somerset West

Organised by Vergelegen

R250 per person

A guided spring walk through the gardens with the estate horticulturist, with estate entry and tea or coffee and a scone at Firehorse Restaurant.

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Calcrete and Chablis Chardonnay Masterclass at Weltevrede

Friday 30 October 2026, From 11:00

Weltevrede Estate · Weltevrede Wine Estate, Bonnievale

Organised by Weltevrede Estate

R550 per person

The estate winemaker compares three Chablis with six Calcrete Chardonnays grown on limestone, with a cheese platter in the Heritage Garden. Only 12 seats.

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Blaauwklippen Friday Night Market

Monthly on the last Friday until 30 Nov 2026 · Friday 30 October, From 16:00

Blaauwklippen · Blaauwklippen Wine Estate, Stellenbosch

Organised by Blaauwklippen

Free entry and parking

A relaxed summer evening market under the oak trees on the last Friday of the month: artisan food, drinks, crafts, live music and a playground. Weather permitting; no outside food or drink.

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Friday Night Market at Boschendal

Every Friday until 30 Apr 2027 · Friday 30 October, 17:00 – 21:00

Boschendal

Organised by Boschendal

R50 adults, includes a wine glass; under 18s free

A weekly evening market on the farm with food stalls, wine and music. Season runs until 30 April 2027. Book a ticket on Quicket; walk-ins subject to capacity.

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RAAF Live at Muratie

Friday 30 October 2026, From 18:00

Muratie Wine Estate · Muratie Wine Estate, Stellenbosch

Organised by Muratie Wine Estate

R295 per person, includes a glass of wine

The RAAF Band plays live in the estate's historic cellar. Doors open 18:00, show starts 19:30. Order food from the Farm Kitchen beforehand.

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Spier Winemakers Dinner: Chef Partnership

Friday 30 October 2026, From 18:30

Spier · Veld at Spier Hotel, Stellenbosch

Organised by Spier

R950 per person

A winemakers' dinner at Veld built around pasture-to-plate cooking, with three chefs each preparing a signature dish. Bookings limited.

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Garden Town Vineyard Run at Neethlingshof

Saturday 31 October 2026, From 06:00

Neethlingshof Estate · Neethlingshof Estate, Stellenbosch

Organised by TrailFun

From R125

Trail runs of 7, 16, 25 or 36 km through vineyards and Renosterveld, part of Garden Town Stellenbosch.

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Perdeberg Family Festival

Saturday 31 October 2026, 10:00 – 16:00

Perdeberg Winery · Perdeberg Cellar, Windmeul, Paarl

Organised by Perdeberg Wines

From R199; kids R85; VIP R350

A family day with live music, wine tastings, meals from STEEN restaurant and a market of local vendors, plus two kids' areas. New this year: a VIP lounge.

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Open Air Family Movie Night: Mamma Mia

Saturday 31 October 2026, From 17:00

Du Toitskloof Wines · Du Toitskloof Wines, Rawsonville

Organised by Du Toitskloof Wines

R120 per person, under 6 free

An outdoor screening of Mamma Mia! at the winery. Wine from DTK Wines and food from Ou Meul on sale. Tickets by phone: 076 645 6059.

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Halloween Forest Night Run at Muratie

Saturday 31 October 2026, From 19:00

Muratie Wine Estate · Muratie Wine Estate, Stellenbosch

Organised by Muratie Wine Estate

5 km R185, 10 km R225, children R90

A costumed night trail run with 5 km and 10 km routes climbing to a ridge for sunset views, medals for every finisher, then live music, food, wine and beer. Pre-entry only (closes 29 October).

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Diemersfontein Country Market

Monthly on the first Sunday until 7 Mar 2027 · Sunday 1 November, 10:00 – 14:00

Diemersfontein · Diemersfontein Wine and Country Estate, Wellington

Organised by Diemersfontein

Free entry

A morning market on the first Sunday of each month with local and artisanal stalls, breakfast at SMUL Restaurant, music and children's entertainment. Goes ahead in any weather.

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Tryn Comedy Night at Steenberg

Thursday 5 November 2026, From 17:00

Steenberg Vineyards · Tryn, Steenberg, Tokai

Organised by Steenberg

From R360 per person

Four South African comedians perform on the Tryn lawns. Choose lawn seating, a picnic box for two (R1,400) or a three-course dinner on the Oak Terrace (R1,200 per person).

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Greyton Wine Weekend

6 Nov – 7 Nov 2026

Greyton village, Overberg

Organised by Greyton Wine Club

R640 per person

Two days of tasting wine, bubbly and spirits from more than 30 producers in the village of Greyton. Proceeds go to the Greyton House Village School Bursary Fund. Friday 13:00-19:00, Saturday 12:00-18:00.

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Swartland Street Party

Saturday 7 November 2026, 11:00 – 16:00

Short Street, Riebeek-Kasteel

Organised by Swartland Wine & Olive Route

R800 per person

About 25 Swartland producers pour their wines in the street, with tapas from local restaurants, entertainment, a branded glass and a welcome bag. Online tickets only.

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Cap Classique Affair at Simonsig

Saturday 7 November 2026, From 11:00

Simonsig Family Vineyards · Simonsig Tasting Room, Stellenbosch

Organised by Simonsig Family Vineyards

A celebration of South African Cap Classique at the farm where it began, with tastings from Simonsig and other leading producers, live music and food. 18+. Listed as sold out at the time of writing.

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Galileo Open Air Cinema at Nederburg: Pride and Prejudice

Saturday 7 November 2026, From 17:00

Nederburg · Nederburg, Paarl

Organised by Galileo Open Air Cinema

From R155 per person

An outdoor screening of the 2005 film. Bring your own non-alcoholic food and drink; food and drinks are also sold on site.

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A Morning Worth Savouring with Anthonij Rupert

Sunday 8 November 2026

Anthonij Rupert Wyne · Anthonij Rupert Tasting Room, Franschhoek

Organised by Anthonij Rupert Wyne

R980 per person

An unhurried morning under the trees with L'Ormarins Cap Classique and seasonal flavours. Book by email: wineclub@rupertwines.com.

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Sauvignon Blanc SA Seminar and AGM

Wednesday 11 November 2026, From 08:00

Hazendal Wine Estate · Hazendal Wine Estate, Stellenbosch

Organised by Sauvignon Blanc SA

R1,200 members, R1,400 non-members

A morning of talks and tastings on climate, site and style, with unconventional Sauvignon Blancs and judging insights from the 2026 Top 10.

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Simomo Sundowners at Simonsig

Friday 13 November 2026

Simonsig Family Vineyards · Simonsig, Stellenbosch

Organised by Simonsig Family Vineyards

A Friday sundowner at the tasting room with extended hours (open until 20:00), vineyard views, wine, cheese and charcuterie boards, pizzas and live music. Confirm dates with Simonsig.

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Classical Music Concert at La Motte: Karim Sulayman and José Dias

Friday 13 November 2026, From 17:00

La Motte · Parshuis, La Motte, Franschhoek

Organised by La Motte

R350; concert and dinner R945

Tenor Karim Sulayman performs at La Motte's monthly classical series. Wine from 17:00, concert at 18:00, unreserved seating.

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Woodstock Wine Festival

Saturday 14 November 2026, From 10:00

Woodstock Exchange, Cape Town

Organised by Cape Town Wine Club

R295 per person

A first-time festival with about 30 independent winemakers pouring their own small-batch wines, in two ticketed sessions, plus two seated masterclasses.

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Tastes of the Valley at The Cellars-Hohenort

Saturday 14 November 2026, 11:00 – 16:30

The Cellars-Hohenort, Constantia

R495 per person

An afternoon tasting in the hotel gardens with wines from Constantia, Hemel-en-Aarde and Plettenberg Bay, paired with seasonal bites.

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Villiera Fizzy Fest

Saturday 14 November 2026, 12:00 – 17:00

Villiera Wines · Villiera Wines, Koelenhof, Stellenbosch

Organised by Villiera Wines

R350 per person (early-bird from R280)

Cap Classique tastings from 12:00 to 14:00, then live music, food stalls and wine sales until 17:00. Includes a branded glass and game drives through the wildlife sanctuary. Dress code: Safari Chic.

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Platter’s 2027 Wine Guide launch

Thursday 19 November 2026

Diemersdal · Diemersdal Wine Estate, Durbanville

Organised by Platter's by Diners Club

Launch of the 47th edition of Platter's South African Wine Guide, The New Vine Edition. Diemersdal was named Winery of the Year in the 2026 guide.

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Simon’s Town Wine Festival

Friday 20 November 2026, 18:00 – 20:30

Lord Nelson Inn, Simon's Town

Organised by Dream Images

R200 per person

Tastings from about 15 South African estates and a distillery, with canapes, platters and a prize draw. Tickets online only.

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Neethlingshof Pinotage Run

Saturday 21 November 2026, From 09:00

Neethlingshof Estate · Neethlingshof Estate, Stellenbosch

Organised by Neethlingshof Estate

R415 per person (early bird R375)

A relaxed 6 km off-road run or walk with five wine-tasting stops, a bottle of Neethlingshof wine, food and music at the finish. Limited to 450 people, 18+.

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Remembering Softness at Boschendal

Sunday 22 November 2026, 10:00 – 16:00

Boschendal

Organised by Boschendal

R1,350 per person

A six-hour immersive day at Boschendal.

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Simomo Sundowners at Simonsig

Friday 27 November 2026

Simonsig Family Vineyards · Simonsig, Stellenbosch

Organised by Simonsig Family Vineyards

A Friday sundowner at the tasting room with extended hours (open until 20:00), vineyard views, wine, cheese and charcuterie boards, pizzas and live music. Confirm dates with Simonsig.

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Durbanville Hills Karaoke with the Winemaker

Friday 27 November 2026, From 18:00

Durbanville Hills · Olive Grove Terrace, Durbanville Hills

Organised by Durbanville Hills

R150 per person

Sing karaoke with a live band, solo or as a duet with a winemaker. Includes a welcome drink; pizza and wine on sale.

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Taste of Cape Town

28 Nov – 29 Nov 2026

Green Point Cricket Club, Cape Town

Organised by The Allure Group

Tickets from R450

A two-day food and lifestyle festival with top chefs, wine houses, music and craft across five zones on the Atlantic seaboard.

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The Art of Gathering with Elmarie Berry

Saturday 28 November 2026, 11:00 – 16:00

Du Toitskloof Wines · Du Toitskloof Wines, Rawsonville

Organised by Du Toitskloof Wines

R1,500 per person

A hands-on day with chef and author Elmarie Berry: live cooking, a three-course meal and wine tastings. Only 25 places.

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Pinotage Saturday at Dekkersvlei

Saturday 28 November 2026, 11:00 – 17:00

Dekkersvlei Vineyards · Dekkersvlei Vineyards, Paarl

Organised by Dekkersvlei Vineyards

R150 per person

A summer-start celebration of Pinotage: five Pinotage MCC styles plus white, rose, red and coffee Pinotage, live music and wood-fired pizza.

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The Grenache Collective at Nederburg

Saturday 28 November 2026, 12:00 – 19:00

Nederburg · Nederburg, Paarl

Organised by Paarl Wine Route

R350 per person

A walk-around Grenache festival with more than 10 producers pouring Grenache Noir, Blanc, rose and blends, food trucks and lawn picnics.

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Galileo Open Air Cinema at Leopard’s Leap: Grease

Saturday 28 November 2026, From 17:00

Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards · Leopard's Leap, Franschhoek

Organised by Galileo Open Air Cinema

From R155 per person

An outdoor screening of Grease. Bring your own non-alcoholic food and drink and a warm jacket.

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Mont Rochelle Winemaker’s Dinner

Friday 4 December 2026, From 18:30

Mont Rochelle · The Country Kitchen, Mont Rochelle, Franschhoek

Organised by Mont Rochelle

R1,350 per person

A cellar tour with the winemaker followed by a five-course dinner, each course paired with a Mont Rochelle wine. Limited seats.

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Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival

5 Dec – 6 Dec 2026, 11:00 – 17:00

Huguenot Monument, Franschhoek

Organised by Franschhoek Wine Valley

Cap Classique and Champagne tasting on the lawns of the Huguenot Monument. Each ticket includes a commemorative flute and 10 tasting tokens. 18+. New this year: a non-alcoholic sparkling selection.

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KJBB Live at Muratie

Saturday 5 December 2026, From 13:00

Muratie Wine Estate · Muratie Wine Estate, Stellenbosch

Organised by Muratie Wine Estate

R295 per person, includes a glass of wine

An afternoon of live jazz, funk and blues from the Kitchen Jammin' Blues Band. Doors 11:30; lunch from the Farm Kitchen.

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Classical Music Concert at La Motte: Blake Pouliot and François du Toit

Saturday 5 December 2026, From 17:00

La Motte · Parshuis, La Motte, Franschhoek

Organised by La Motte

R350; concert and dinner R945

Violinist Blake Pouliot and pianist François du Toit mark the start of the festive season. Wine from 17:00, concert at 18:00, unreserved seating.

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Summer Harvest Table at Babylonstoren

Saturday 5 December 2026, From 17:30

Babylonstoren · Babylonstoren, Franschhoek

Organised by Babylonstoren

R3,950 per person

A once-a-season dinner at one long table set in a part of the farm not usually open to visitors, with a menu built on the kitchen garden harvest. 18+, limited numbers.

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Carols by Candlelight at Blaauwklippen

Sunday 6 December 2026, From 18:00

Blaauwklippen · Blaauwklippen Vineyards, Stellenbosch

Organised by Blaauwklippen

Adults R250, under 12 R125, 2 and under free

An outdoor Christmas concert on the Manor House lawns with a baritone, four sopranos, a pianist and a violinist. Food at the market or bring a picnic.

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Simomo Sundowners at Simonsig

Friday 11 December 2026

Simonsig Family Vineyards · Simonsig, Stellenbosch

Organised by Simonsig Family Vineyards

A Friday sundowner at the tasting room with extended hours (open until 20:00), vineyard views, wine, cheese and charcuterie boards, pizzas and live music. Confirm dates with Simonsig.

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Christmas Picnics at Boschendal

24 Dec – 25 Dec 2026

Boschendal

Organised by Boschendal

Picnic baskets on the Werf lawns. Basket collection 12:00 to 14:00. Book at least 24 hours ahead.

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Christmas Lunch at Boschendal

24 Dec – 25 Dec 2026, 12:00 – 15:00

Boschendal

Organised by Boschendal

R1,200 per adult, R600 per child under 12

Christmas lunch in the Retreat Restaurant at Boschendal.

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Simomo Sundowners at Simonsig

Friday 8 January 2027

Simonsig Family Vineyards · Simonsig, Stellenbosch

Organised by Simonsig Family Vineyards

A Friday sundowner at the tasting room with extended hours (open until 20:00), vineyard views, wine, cheese and charcuterie boards, pizzas and live music. Confirm dates with Simonsig.

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Wine Tourism Conference 2027

18 May – 19 May 2027

Cavalli Estate · Cavalli Estate, Stellenbosch

Organised by Wine Tourism South Africa

The annual gathering for wine tourism professionals: talks, practical insights, networking and visitor experiences.

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