WeeklySA_AdminFESTIVITIES: The annual event to bring French-inspired flair, premium wine tastings, live entertainment to Cape Winelands in July…
By WSAM Reporter
The charming Cape Winelands village of Franschhoek will once again be draped in red, white and blue when the Franschhoek Bastille Festival returns on July 11 and 12.
Now in its 34th year, the celebrated winter festival continues to honour the town’s French Huguenot roots while showcasing the world-class wine, food and hospitality that have made Franschhoek a global tourism and culinary destination.
Festivalgoers are encouraged to embrace the spirit of Bastille by dressing in the colours of the French flag as the village comes alive with wine tastings, gourmet experiences, music and street festivities.
Returning as title sponsor for a fourth consecutive year, Prescient Investment Management will again add excitement to the weekend with a competition offering one lucky attendee the chance to win R20 000 invested in a Prescient unit trust.
One of the festival’s signature attractions, Iconic Bastille, will feature curated wine and cheese tastings alongside live performances by Amy Jones, The Blend Theory and the popular Absolutely Fabulous duo. The always-colourful Best Dressed Competition is also set to return, rewarding guests who fully embrace the festival’s French-inspired elegance and flair.
Visitors looking for a more premium experience can opt for Uncorked Exclusive at Bastille, an intimate tasting event showcasing standout wines from participating estates. Beyond the tasting venues, Church Street will bustle with food stalls, roaming performers, themed activations and local market offerings as chefs and producers bring the village atmosphere to life.
Tickets for the festival are available through Webtickets, with prices starting from R450. More information on the programme and experiences is available at [Franschhoek Bastille Festival](https://franschhoekbastille.co.za/?utm_source=chatgpt.com).
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Jozi’s Biggest Bubbly Festival
The Johannesburg Cap Classique, Champagne & Bubbles Festival returns to the Inanda Polo Club on 30 and 31 May with an Italian Riviera-inspired celebration of sparkling wines, fashion, food and glamour — hosted by actress Zola Nombona.
Johannesburg’s favourite sparkling wine celebration is back — and this year it arrives with a touch of Italian Riviera glamour under the banner of La Dolce Vita.
The Johannesburg Cap Classique, Champagne & Bubbles Festival returns to the Inanda Polo Club on 30 and 31 May, promising a weekend of elegance, sunshine, style and flowing bubbles
Festivalgoers can expect a showcase of leading Cap Classique producers, Champagne houses and boutique bubbly brands, alongside new wine discoveries, gourmet food offerings and fashion-forward festivities.
Adding to the atmosphere is this year’s Italian-inspired theme, encouraging guests to embrace linen, Riviera chic and effortless glamour. Festival merchandise will also be available as organisers lean fully into the Mediterranean mood.
The event will once again feature its popular Best Dressed Competition, taking place daily at 14:30, while guests can skip long queues by ordering food and wine directly through the Serva App. Hosted by actress and television personality Zola Nombona, the festival is expected to draw bubbly lovers, socialites and lifestyle enthusiasts from across Gauteng for what has become one of Johannesburg’s signature wine and social calendar events. Tickets, available through Webtickets, start from R450. – Compiled by Len Maseko: lenmaseko@weeklysamirror.news
