Celebrating Motherhood in all its forms –May 2025

To all mothers, and those who carry the spirit of motherhood —
This May, Lourensford invites you to pause, reflect, and celebrate with us.
From soulful evenings and fine dining to music, laughter, and gentle moments of connection — there’s something for every heart.

📅 Thursday, 8 May – A Night of Meaning & Memory

🌙 A Midnight Garden Called Motherhood
18h30 | Lourensford Wine Cellar | R220pp
Step into an evening of soft light, warm wine, and soul-touching poetry by Hesti from StillMePoetry, in conversation with Jana van der Walt.
Bring your mother, your sister, your friend—or simply yourself—and join us in honouring the many layers of motherhood.
Includes snacks, a glass of wine, and a poetry book.
🎟 Book: activitar.com

🍷 Millhouse Japanese Kaiseki Dinner
18h00 for 18h30 | R595pp
Indulge in a refined, wine-paired Japanese dining experience. The Millhouse Kitchen presents a one-night-only culinary journey, beautifully paired with Lourensford’s exclusive Chrysalis wines.
🎟 Limited seats – Book: activitar.com

🎶 Saturday, 10 May – A Legendary Reunion

Valiant Swart & Akkedis Band LIVE
19h00 | Lourensford Cellar | R200pp
Two icons. One unforgettable night. Reunited for the first time in decades, Valiant Swart and the Akkedis Band return to their roots in a powerhouse performance that blends nostalgia with pure rock energy.
🎟 Tickets: Quicket

🎻 15–17 May – Symphony on the Winery Floor

Stellenbosch City Orchestra
Experience magic as the full orchestra fills the winery with powerful symphonic sound. A must for music lovers and dreamers alike. Tickets from Quicket.

🌷 Mother’s Day – Sunday, 11 May Highlights

Make Mom feel extra special across the estate:
• Ginologist Distillery: Free G&T + sweet treat for moms
• Art Curator: 10% off all artworks
• Olio Store: 10% off all items in the shop
• Wedgewood: Large gift boxes (44 bon bons) at R295 (save R70)
• Wine Tasting Room: Glass of bubbles + bon bon for all moms
• Clay Hub: Buy one shooting experience, get one free
• Life Retreat Studio: Bring your mom for free to the 9:30 outdoor class (RSVP: studio@liferetreat.co.za)
• Artjamming:
– 10 May, 9h00–11h00: Mom & Me Cookie Decorating Workshop
– 11 May, 14h00–16h00: Paint & Sip

  • For every full priced session booked on 11 May, Moms get 30% off theirs!
  • Ghenwa’s Culinary Club: Mother’s Day Lunch | R700pp
    Welcome drinks & canapés, Mezze Symphony (12 dishes), Dubia Chocolate Kinfeh.
    Book: bookings@ghenwasculinaryclub.co.za
    • Fjord Plunge & Enmasse: Treat your mom to a 60-min Thai massage, 45-min sauna & plunge – R850
    • Archery Adventures: Book for two or more, and one mom goes free per booking on any Archery Experience that day.

🎁 BONUS: Join Move with Suz any day in May, and moms receive a free pair of socks.

Let’s honour the journey — together.
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