Cape Vine Master
What's on
Tastings, long lunches, music and markets at Cape wine farms. Pick a date and plan your next day out.
October 2026
- 29Oct
On the farm
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+.
- 30Oct
On the farm
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.
- 30Oct
On the farm
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.
- 30Oct
On the farm
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.
- 30Oct
On the farm
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.
- 30Oct
On the farm
Friday Night Market at Boschendal
Every Friday until 30 Apr 2027 · Friday 30 October, 17:00 – 21:00
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.
- 30Oct
On the farm
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.
- 30Oct
On the farm
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.
- 31Oct
On the farm
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.
- 31Oct
On the farm
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.
- 31Oct
On the farm
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.
- 31Oct
On the farm
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).
November 2026
- 1Nov
On the farm
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.
- 5Nov
On the farm
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).
- 7Nov
On the farm
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.
- 8Nov
On the farm
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.
- 13Nov
On the farm
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.
- 13Nov
On the farm
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.
- 21Nov
On the farm
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+.
- 22Nov
On the farm
Remembering Softness at Boschendal
Sunday 22 November 2026, 10:00 – 16:00
Organised by Boschendal
R1,350 per person
A six-hour immersive day at Boschendal.
- 27Nov
On the farm
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.
- 27Nov
On the farm
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.
- 28Nov
On the farm
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.
- 28Nov
On the farm
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.
- 28Nov
On the farm
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.
December 2026
- 4Dec
On the farm
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.
- 5Dec
On the farm
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.
- 5Dec
On the farm
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.
- 5Dec
On the farm
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.
- 6Dec
On the farm
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.
- 11Dec
On the farm
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.
- 24Dec
On the farm
Christmas Picnics at Boschendal
24 Dec – 25 Dec 2026
Organised by Boschendal
Picnic baskets on the Werf lawns. Basket collection 12:00 to 14:00. Book at least 24 hours ahead.
- 24Dec
On the farm
Christmas Lunch at Boschendal
24 Dec – 25 Dec 2026, 12:00 – 15:00
Organised by Boschendal
R1,200 per adult, R600 per child under 12
Christmas lunch in the Retreat Restaurant at Boschendal.
January 2027
- 8Jan
On the farm
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.