A winter celebration like no other is about to begin. From Friday, Lourensford Estate transforms into a haven of culture, creativity, and connection. This opening weekend is packed with soulful music, art encounters, culinary delight and story-filled moments you won’t want to miss.
✨ This Weekend at a Glance (20–22 June):
🎨 Paint & Sip @ Artjamming
Fri, 20 June | 18h00 | R350pp
Wine in one hand, paintbrush in the other—join us for a relaxed, step-by-step guided art session. All materials included.
📍 Artjamming Studio | Book via WhatsApp: 082 560 3866
🎶 Newberry House Junior Choir (Age 6–10)
Fri, 20 June @ 18h00 & Sat, 21 June @ 16h00 | Free
These tiny voices carry big magic—don’t miss this heart-melting performance by our youngest local stars.
📍 Persian Carpet Emporium
📚 Author Reading + High Tea Brunch
Sat, 21 June | 10h30–13h00 | R200 adults | R100 kids
Join Riaan Manser & Murray Williams for brunch, storytelling, and a community book drive that brings warmth to winter. You could still join for the reading if you do not book for brunch.
📍 Millhouse Kitchen | Book Tickets + Bring a book to donate
🎤 Stephen J. Quirke Opening Talk
Sat, 21 June | 10h00 | Free
A highlight of our art offering: Quirke opens the Western Cape Art Society exhibition with insight, passion and flair.
📍 SOS Medical Centre – near the quiet side of the parking area, support this hidden gem!
☕ Barista Workshop @ Coffee Company
Sat, 21 June | 09h00 | R550pp
Learn to brew café-quality coffee at home—hands-on skills from the experts.
📩 info@coffeecompany.co.za to book
🍋 Lebanese Cooking Class with Ghenwa
Sat, 21 June OR Sat, 28 June | 08h45 | R800pp
Cook, taste and discover the vibrant soul of Lebanese cuisine in this immersive, delicious experience.
📍 Ghenwa’s Culinary Club | Book: 072 952 3348
🧊 Wim Hof Fjord Reset Retreat
Sun, 22 June | 10h00 | R1690pp
Breathe deep, brave the ice, and awaken your senses—connect body and mind in this powerful winter retreat.
📍 Fjord (booking essential)
🎸 Kruger & Tutu Duo – Acoustic World Fusion
Sun, 22 June | 16h00 | R120pp
An electrifying acoustic set filled with rhythm, soul and flair. Think Johnny Clegg meets French folk under the oaks.
📍 Lourensford Tasting Room | Book here
🎨 Spotlight on the Art Route: Come Find the Quiet Magic
Make sure to visit the
Western Cape Art Society Exhibition at SOS Medical Centre—a peaceful pocket filled with beauty, brushstrokes and big talent. Open daily (weekdays) with a special
opening talk by Stephen J. Quirke this Saturday at 10h00.
Also look out for:
• Live Portrait Demos by Dennis Woest (Sun, 22 & 29 June)
• Eco-printing displays, sculpture gardens, and works from Newberry Montessori children and Dawie Roux
• John Meyer’s “Migrations” at the Info Centre – 15 rare originals
• Anton Smit’s monumental sculpture garden – a must-wander
