Archives: Events

Returning from 1–30 November 2026, Franschhoek Creates celebrates the valley’s thriving creative community with a month-long showcase of South African talent. Bringing together leading galleries, celebrated artists and distinctive creative spaces, the programme spans contemporary art, sculpture, ceramics and botanical works, offering a compelling glimpse into the depth and diversity of Franschhoek’s artistic offering. At … Read more

31 October 2026 Bliss Family Festival, supported by Standard Bank Private, launches at La Paris Estate in Franschhoek on Saturday, 31 October 2026, offering families the feeling of a summer music festival in one easy, full-day format. LINEUP Created as a curated festival experience for all ages, Bliss brings together live music, an elevated global-inspired … Read more

more details to follow

Franschhoek Creates is an annual arts festival in Franschhoek that transforms the valley into a hub of creativity, showcasing exhibitions, performances, and cultural collaborations across local galleries and venues.

19 – 21 March 2027 Save the date. This is not one to miss. After an unforgettable debut, Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek will return in March 2027, bigger in momentum, deeper in energy, and ready to build on a first edition that made history in the Cape Winelands. For three days, the valley became a … Read more

10 – 11 July 2027 For more details visit www.franschhoekbastille.co.za

In a world where disembodied virtual experiences have become the order of the day, Threads of Synergy – a new exhibition of South African tapestry art in the La Motte Museum – pays homage to the artisans’ presence in the making. This exhibition of large-scale tapestries calls for a tactile encounter, regaining sensitivity towards surfaces … Read more

Based on popular demand and the need for celebration baking, we invite you to join Chef Shirley Guy / Great SA Bake off Judge in her kitchen for three one hour live streamed Baking Master Classes in support of the Franschhoek Hospitality Academy. Whether you are a beginner or an old hand interested in learning … Read more

2021 Protege Winemaker of the Month Dinner Series MULLINEUX with Chris & Andrea Mullineux 5-course chefs menu paired with Mullineux wines R795 pp | including wine pairing 12th & 13th August 2021 17h30.     2021 Protege Winemaker of the Month Dinner Series MULLINEUX with Chris & Andrea Mullineux 5-course chefs menu paired with Mullineux wines … Read more