Get out and get warm with June events in and around Bloemfontein!
30 Jannie du Toit and Friends will be performing at 6 pm on 30 May at the Pellissier Gemeente in support of the Jean Webber House project. With tons of music on display, support a good cause while enjoying an evening of music. Tickets are available at R210 per person, or R180 for pensioners, from the church office, or at jackie@ncpd.org.za.
31 While it’s cold outside, the Seasons Market at 72 Waverley Road promises to be warm and cosy on 31 May from 10 am. With music, food stalls, drinks, and several local vendors, escape the cold and enjoy a market in support of New Beginnings. Entry fee includes an option of blankets, cat or dog food, or other pet necessities.
31 The increasingly popular musical duo, RAAF, will be back in Bloemfontein on 31 May at Urth. With food and drinks available from 6 pm, ensure you catch RAAF from 7:30 pm. Tickets for the performance are available from www.urth.co.za at R250 per person, R120 for children, or R280 at the door on the day.
31 Villa Avianto will host the Health and Wellness Expo on 31 May from 9 am. Six experts will be sharing their knowledge on food, mental health, and supplementation, among others. Other exhibitions include food stalls, drinks, lifestyle coaching, and beauty products. Entry fee of R150 includes snacks and a gift bag.
1 Join the Secret Artist’s Club Art Exhibition from 10 am on Saturday 1 June at Urth. With free entrance you can enjoy a wide variety of art until 2 pm, or even apply to exhibit your own. Contact Diandra at Urth to apply to exhibit your art.
1 On Saturday 1 June from 10 am, the Free State Botanical Gardens will play host to the Botanical Garden Market. Enjoy various food options, stalls, and music alongside your family and friends. Contact Marie-Louise Smith at 083 287 8845, for more info, or on how to get involved as a stall holder.
7 De Oude Kraal Country Estate hosts the annual Wildskosfees on Saturday 7 June from 10 am. Enjoy a celebration of venison cuisine and indulge in a feast featuring expertly prepared venison meat, paired with exceptional wine in a warm farm-style atmosphere with live music. Tickets are available from www.deoudekraal.com and range from R250 per ticket to R1500.
11 On Wednesday 11 June at 6:30 pm, Women of Wine and Spirit will be taking place at Famous Brew and Still. Ladies can enjoy an evening of wine and liquor tasting. A carefully curated selection of wines and other liquors will be paired with gourmet culinary pairings in a warm atmosphere. Contact Marie-Louise Smith at 083 287 8845, to book your spot.
15 Celebrate Father’s Day with the Father’s Day Buffet hosted from 12 pm on Sunday 15 June at De Oude Kraal Country Estate. An exquisite buffet with a diverse selection will be there for all to enjoy, perfect for honouring dads. Tickets are available from R750 per dad at www.deoudekraal.com.
22 For Afrikaans music lovers, Wat die hart van vol is – a performance by Jannie Moolman and Petronel Baard – will be on stage from 1 pm on Sunday 22 June at the Aasvoël Club. Franco Engelbrecht will support the duo on the piano. Tickets available from Hein at 084 559 8991 for R150 per person.
Compiled by Warren Hawkins
