More Events to attend in November

Global Diabetes Run

Oh boy, November is still jam packed with fun things to do, so if you are running out of ideas to keep yourself entertained this month then why not take a look at what you can still look forward to?

The Western Cape certainly has been busy this month and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down as there is still plenty to keep you occupied. I know the weather hasn’t been that fantastic this week, but why not dust off your running (in my case walking) shoes and take part in the Global Diabetes Run / Walk on Saturday 14 November 2009.

Take part in either the 5km or 10km option and you can decide if you’d like to run it or walk it, either way is fine. Continued

The Parlotones performing in Cape Town and Jozi

The Parlotones will be performing in Cape Town on Friday 13th and Johannesburg on Saturday 14th November – Who are Kahn Morbee, Glenn Hodgson, Paul Hodgson and Neil Pauw, some of you might recognise the names, some of you may even know that these guys make up one of South Africa’s biggest selling rock bands and others might know them better as the Parlotones … Continued

November Events

It’s that time again, the end of the month and you are wondering what you will do next month. The festive season is almost upon us and before you get overwhelmed by all of those end of year functions make some space in your diary for some of these fantastic events happening all around South Africa this November.

FNB Whisky Live

Western Cape Events
Cape Town is the first to host the FNB Whisky Live Festival from 4-6 November 2009 (Johannesburg’s Sandton Convention Centre hosts it from 11-14 November). The Cape Town Convention Centre is where you will fine connoisseurs and novices alike sipping and tastings more than 180 top brands from all around the world … Continued

Gun Run fun …

Gun Run fun

After grinding to a halt at the 67km mark of last years Comrades Marathon, I vowed that I would never, ever run again!  Sunday morning however saw my return to running as I very ambitiously hit the pavement for the Outsurance 94.5 Gun Run 5km event!  It was a spur of the moment decision (hence no pre registration for us) and after roping in two willing friends we found ourselves walking along the Sea Point promenade to the start of the event at Beach Road in Mouille Point.

The Gun Run started in 1993 and was originally only the half marathon distance of 21km.  The challenge was to complete the distance in less than two and a half hours and therefore to beat the firing of the noon day gun … the Gun Run was born!  The first runner across the line after the noon gun was given the spent shell cartridge!   Continued

Daddy Bloom

If you thought it wasn’t possible to see flowers in full bloom on top of a roof, then think again because the Grand Daddy Hotel has made this possible with the first rooftop garden show in their Airsteam Trailer Park.

The show runs from 8-11 October 2009 and won’t be just another flower show. This flower show is taking the concept to a new level and won’t just be showing natural blossoms. You can expect to see live indigenous gardens that will house a collection of creative installations carefully created with spirals of metal, wooly nests and beaded blooms … Continued

International Poetry Festival in Durban

Poetry, the stringing of words together in a rhythmical pattern that evokes emotion and reaction can be a performance, a reading of a rhyme or a completely personal experience. From 5 to 10 October 2009 the 13th International Poetry festival in Durban will showcase poetry from all around South Africa, Africa and the world. Continued

Heritage Day Events – What will you be doing?

Thursday 24 September is a public holiday in South Africa (Heritage day) which means that you should have the day off – What are you going to do with your time? If you are lucky enough to have Friday off as well have a look at some of these ideas on how you can make the most of your long weekend … Continued

Dust off your running shoes …

Since spring has sprung it is time to dust off those running shoes or cycling shorts and start to shed a few of those extra kilo’s that have crept up over the winter months. Here are a few idea to get your motivated to do some exercise!

The Crazy Store Table Mountain Challenge takes place on Saturday 12 September and is a 35km trail run around Cape Town’s world famous Table Mountain. Both professionals and novices can enjoy this off-road run on the slopes of this mountain, which is a finalist in the New 7 Wonders of Nature. If you are feeling up to the challenge Continued

Get Creative with Dangerous Creatures

Body Art competition

It is time to put your creative thinking caps on for the fourth uShaka Marine World Body Art competition taking place on Saturday 12 September 2009. This competition takes place at the uShaka Village Walk so bring the whole family for a day of fun.

This year the theme is “Dangerous Creatures” and artists are urged to pull out all the stops. Inspiration can be found at uShaka’s Dangerous Creatures Exhibition which features snakes, spiders, scorpions and frogs. Use these creatures in creating your winning design … Continued

Shout-out to all mountain bike enthusiasts

Aldam Lion Man

This is a shout-out to all mountain bike enthusiasts!!  Get out your cycling gear and start practicing because the 3rd Annual Aldam Lion Man Mountain Bike Race will take place on 12 September 2009.

The first Lion Man Mountain Bike race was held at Mabalingwe Nature Reserve in Limpopo 9 years ago. The race has grown from under a 100 cyclists partaking in the event in 2001 to a very exclusive race that now allows a maximum of 1600 cyclists.  This race is now rated as one of the Top mountain bike races in the country … Continued

What’s happening close to you this weekend?

This weekend is jam packed full of exciting things to keep you busy, entertained and informed… What are you waiting for? Call your friends and make a plan to be a part of these great events.

Chocolate Carnival

KwaZulu Natal has something to answer every chocoholic’s fantasy – The Chocolate Carnival! The Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World plays host to this decadent event from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 July 2009. Tickets can be purchased at the door and R40 for adults and R20 for pensioners and children. The festival is open from 10h00 to 22h00 on Friday and Saturday and 10h00 to 18h00 on Sunday.

There will be exhibitors showcasing organic, exotic and of course basic chocolate as well as a host of other chocolate delights and if you fancy a bit of chocolate on your face why not give the chocolate make up a try? And while mom and dad are indulging … Continued

Back from Rocking the Daisies

At Rocking the Daisies

Starting just three years ago, the folk and rock festival, “Rocking the Daisies,” has fast become one of the best music festivals in South Africa. It takes place on a farm in Darling, on the West Coast, and is one hours drive from Cape Town, making it a pleasure to attend for most locals. Combining eco, green and live music themes, it constantly aims to educate followers on living more consciously, giving back to the environment and reducing their carbon footprint.

Although messages are difficult to get across to loud and drunk revellers, the organisers pull out all the stops to be consistent. Most merchandise is made from Hemp, bio-degradable materials replace styraphome, trees are planted to make up for the carbon emissions of all the festival goers driving to the venue, who are also encouraged to bring at least 2 passengers for the drive and even the programs are printed on recycled paper. Continued

Festivals in the Cape

Cape Festivals

The amazing variety of festivals in and around the Western Cape is evidence of the fact that Capetonians like to celebrate. Having recently experienced the epic, eco-friendly Rocking the Daisies music festival in Darling, I can attest to the fact Cape Town’s party spirit is alive and well.

Capetonians don’t just rock ‘n roll however. From the Whale Festival in Hermanus, celebrating the town’s status as one of the whale watching sites in the Southern Hemisphere, to the Cape Town International Jazz festival, bringing the best performers from all over the globe, it seems every taste is accommodated. Continued