Keep warm with the winter events on offer in and around Bloemfontein in July!
28 On 28 June you can enjoy an unforgettable evening with Nicholis Louw live at Urth. Experience all of his hits and contagious energy when he takes to the stage at 7:30 pm. Book your tickets under the events tab at www.urth.co.za from R200 per person.
28 Seasoned and novice astronomers can learn more on a journey to the Red Planet, Mars, on 28 June. Join Mars: The Ultimate Voyage, from 7 to 10 pm at the Naval Hill Planetarium to discover the many challenges astronauts will face on their route to Mars. Tickets available from Computicket from R30 per person.
28 Those who feel like adventure should look to join the eKaru trail run and mountain bike race taking place from 8 am on Saturday 28 June at Boomrits Adventures. Enter at www.aktief.co.za for between R70 and R100.
2 Prospective writers are encouraged to join the short story workshop at Aristata Bookshop at the Bloemgate Shopping Centre on Wednesday 2 July. From 6 pm to 8 pm, Tosca de Villiers will be outlining story ideas, character development, and resources available to writers. Contact Beverley at 084 586 7436 to book your spot.
4 Join the Get It Bloemfontein She Means Business Brunch at Lion Lodge from 10 am on Friday 4 July. Gain insight from guest speaker Chané Bruwer from Wildflower Floral Studio and book your space in this year’s She Means Business feature. Tickets available at R250 per person. Contact 051 505 0900 for more information and bookings.
5 Learn to bake the perfect cupcakes and buttercream decorating on Saturday 5 July. Jon the Sweet Smart School of Cake and learn how to create beautiful cupcakes. Online registration is compulsory at www.myjotform.com/sweetart/WorkshopRegistration. Contact SweetArtBfn@gmail.com or WhatsApp 071 212 7786 for more info.
6 Support the Secret Artist’s Club’s exhibition at Urth on Sunday 6 July, starting at 10 am and ending at 2 pm. Enjoy free entrance and enjoy beautiful works in the Arbour. Contact Diandra at 051 451 1913 to exhibit or for more information.
15 On Tuesday 15 July, enjoy Harte-Bliksems, a silly rom-com about an Afrikaans dating app, on stage at the Vrystaat Kunstefees. Bookings and ticket sales available from Webtickets from R80 to R100 per person.
17 Join the Winemaker’s Dinner with Delheim at De Oude Kraal Country Estate on Thursday 17 July. Enjoy wine, food, and an evening with Delheim’s winemaker sharing stories behind some of the wines and the farm itself. Book your tickets at www.deoudekraal.com at R695 per person.
19 Discover hidden connections between seemingly separate worlds with Let The Stanza Breathe at 6pm on 19 July. The showcase is part of the Vrystaat Kunstefees, and looks to bring together dynamic voices, and even poets from the deaf community. Tickets available from Webtickets at R40 per person.
2 Celebrate Women’s Day at the Free State Botanical Gardens from 10 am on Saturday 2 August. The celebration includes an incredible line-up of musical artists and motivational speakers. Tickets are available in phases from R150 to R250 per person.
Compiled by Warren Hawkins
