5 FESTIVALS FOR SPRING

If the warmer weather and longer days have you looking for a little outdoor revelry, try one of these

1 THE MAGOEBASKLOOF SPRING FESTIVAL

September 20 – 29

Some glorious private gardens will open to the public to show off their blooms, and there’ll be guided walks, photography workshops, and a craft fair in Haenertsburg Village.

See springfestival.co.za.

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THE GEORGE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

September 21-22

There’ll be strawberry stomping, a strawberry eat-off, and a Miss Strawberry pageant, plus a stage with live musical acts throughout the day, and special shows for children. R55 for adults. strawberryfestival.co.za.

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THE !KHWA TTU HERITAGE FESTIVAL

September 21 - 24

The San Culture and Education Centre in Yzerfontein, Western Cape, hosts this family-friendly festival, with San-guided tours; San-inspired treasure hunts; lessons in traditional San and street dance, plus a kids’ zone and pop-up food demos. R70 for a one-day entry. Two kids can enter free with a paying adult. khwattu.org

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HERMANUS WHALE FESTIVAL

September 27 - 29

The return of the Southern Right Wales to the South African coast is a great excuse for a welcome party, which extends to tons of things to do. Films, music, arts, food, informative talks and much more. http://hermanuswhalefestival.co.za.

5 THE LINDEN MARKET

September 28

The Botanical Gardens in Emmarentia host the spring edition, with live music, stalls featuring top-notch artisans and designers; gourmet foods, plus craft beer, champagne and cocktails. R30. See thelindenmarket.com.