There is so much to do in and around Bloemfontein this month! Take advantage of a variety of events.
2 Join Klara du Plessis as she unveils her first Afrikaans poetry collection, Ek’t Act, on Thursday, 2 October, at the National Afrikaans Literary Museum and Research Centre (Naln). The launch starts at 6 pm and includes a conversation with Dr Mathilda Smit. RSVP at vriendevannaln@gmail.com.
2 Enjoy a night of fashion, art, and comedy at Lemo Fest. Join the fun at Lemo Green Park from 6 pm on Thursday, 2 October, for a celebration of creativity, culture, and heritage under the theme “Nostalgia”. Tickets available from Ticketpro from R350 per person.
3 Experience the vibrant energy of the Westdene Street Market at Victoria Park, from 4 pm on Friday, 3 October. With an entry fee of R10 per adult, the market offers live entertainment and craft liquor, clothing, and arts and crafts stalls.
3 The Bloem Night Market 2.0 will be taking place at Urth on Friday, 3 October, from 5 pm. Enjoy good food, live music, and a great atmosphere. The entry fee is R30 for adults, and R10 for pensioners and children.
4 Get ready for the Standard Bank Business Relay, taking place at 7 am on 4 October. Powered by OFM, enter your four-person team at relay4x.co.za for R680 per team before 29 September, whether you are walking or running.
9 Join the Winemakers Dinner with Nitida at De Oude Kraal from 6:30 pm on Thursday, 9 October. (will get more details by tomorrow.)
10 Enjoy comedian Craig Jackson on the Aasvoël Klub stage for Defending the Caveman from 8 pm on Friday, 10 October. Book your tickets at 084 559 8991 from R150 per person.
11 Music lovers can experience the Lemo Fest Afro Soul and Jazz event at Lemo Green Park from 1 pm on Saturday, 11 October. Tickets start at R350 per person, and are available from Ticketpro. No under-18s permitted.
23 – 25 Join the IntervarsityBrew from 7 am on Thursday, 23 October, until 25 October. Hosted by the CUT Centre for Applied Food Security and Biotechnology, the event recognises the future of brewing science and innovation.
24 Catch Chris Steyn live at Be Human at 6 pm on 24 October. Tickets are R150 per person, with food stalls and a bar available. Get your tickets now via Computicket for an evening of great music and farm-style vibes.
25 With free entry, moms and dads, grandparents, and guardians can enjoy the Pretty Gardens Baby and Toddler Fair from 9 am on Saturday, 25 October. The event features stalls, educational talks, and great food.
25 Be part of the Bloem-Familie-Trekkerfees taking place from 8 am on Saturday, 25 October. Hosted at the Ferreira Museum, the day includes stalls, tractor parades, a children’s braai, demonstrations, and live music. Call Rudie at 082 815 1727 for more information.
29 Hunters and outdoorsmen can look forward to Ommivuur with Julian Theron on Wednesday, 29 October, from 5:30 pm. Join the conversations at Be Human Middelwater Farm, and come wearing your favourite hunting cap. Tickets available from Be Human at R150 per person, including dinner.
Compiled by Warren Hawkins
