December
Events
Stuck with nothing to do this December? Check out these events in Plettenberg Bay and Knysna…
PLETTENBERG BAY BlissFest
The BlissFest Yoga Festival offers you a variety of different yoga styles and is suitable for people from all walks of life and ages, including children. A variety of local and international Yoga instructors will be available to teach, give guidance and support, and you will be sure to find a teacher and a type of yoga that suits your needs. Musicians and DJs from around the world will also be participating, enhancing the ambience with their beautiful tunes and chants. Start your day with Sadhana at sunrise and end it with Shavasana in the evening. Come with your friends or make new friends, and be part of this beautiful and lovely energy over the Summer Solstice. Date: Friday 21 to Monday 24 December Where: Plettenberg Bay
Tickets: Quicket
Carols by Candlelight
Date: 22 December
Venue: Central Beach
Time: 19:30
Entrance: Free
Contact: Kevin Bitter on 082 776 8660 or kevin@woodenwonders.co.za
Float Day
Plettenberg Bay residents and visitors will celebrate the summer and joys of the festive season at Stanley Island. Visitors are urged to grab swimwear and anything that floats to enjoy a fun-filled day out on the water. Awesome prizes are up for grabs for the most outrageous floatation device. For table reservations and float day package bookings contact 074 899 3201. There will be a boat fee of R50 to cover return trips to and from the island. Private watercraft will not be charged.
Date: 22 December
Venue: Stanley Island, Plett
Time: 13:00 to 21:00
Entrance: Free
Cat Simoni sings the unforgettable Xmas Hits
Simoni will sing holiday favourites from Slade, Wizzard, Elvis, John & Yoko, Chuck Berry, Brenda Lee, Bing Crosby, Maria Carey, Kylie, George Michael, The Carpenters, Chris Rea, Bette Midler, Beegees and Michael Bublé.
Venue: The Barnyard Theatre, Plett Date: 23 December
Time: 20:00
Contact: Jeanne Botes on 079 876 0406 or jeanne@stormproduktionz.co.za
Jeremy Loops
Jeremy Loops will be entertaining Plett residents and visitors over a family-friendly sunset picnic.
Date: 27 December
Venue: Plett Primary School Time: 15:00 to 22:00
Contact: hello@ plettsummer. co.za or www. plettsummer.co.za
Plett Polo Pony Parade
Date: 27 December The Polo Pony Parade has become an iconic Plett Summer event and is the only one of its kind in South Africa. Held on 27 December this year, in the lead-up to the Polo International, the Springbok and Irish players will parade along Main Street. The young polo players, on their thoroughbred ponies, will ride alongside the international players. With banners flying and a music truck, it promises to be a festive, and memorable, occasion.
Secret Sunrise
This is the Plettenberg Bay stop of the Secret Sunrise Garden Route tour. Date: 28 December
Venue: Beacon Island Beach
Time: 07:00 to 08:00
Contact: Jamie on 073 693 6086 or capetown@secretsunrise.com
Plett Polo International
Come and join us for the polo event of the year and the biggest social event of Plett’s season.
Venue: Kurland
Date: 29 December
Contact: Tessa Moxon on 064 877 2457 or tessa@plettpolo.co.za
Summer Music Colour Run
The 5km Summer Music Colour Run is back for its fifth year and runners will be entertained at three colour stations, two music stations (each hosting a local DJ) playing summer tunes. Date: 30 December
Venue: Central Beach
Time: 16:00
Contact: 0820757477 or hello@sumerrun. co.za
Plett Summer Concerts – NYE 2018
Featuring an array of diverse acts such as Phfat, , Roger Goode, Headroom, Kyle Cassim, Cinimin & many more. Strictly no U18s. Date: 31 December
Venue: Plettenberg Bay Primary School Time: 17:00 – 03:00 Contact: hello@plettsummer.co.za or www. plettsummer.co.za
Arkology In Eden (NYE)
The Garden Route will be host to Arkology – a collective of designers, craftsmen, musicians and visual artists who play at the intersection of art, technology and sustainability. There will be a variety of music, unique staging, ambitious visuals, organic food and wholesome people. In preserving the intimacy and quality of the event, tickets will be limited.
Date: 31 December to 1 January Venue: Cairnbrogie Dairy Farm, Airport Road Time: 15:00 to 03:00 Tickets: arkology.howler.co.za
KNYSNA Diva Galore!
A jazzy cabaret with the music of timeless divas interpreted by SA music sensation and diva Petronel Baard.
Date: Thursday 20 December
Venue: Bloo Bistro
Time: 20:00
Ticket: R100
Contact: 082 923 1185
Knysna Blues Festival
The fourth edition of the Knysna Blues Festival (after sold-out 2015 to 2017 shows) will showcase world-renowned musicians, many of whom who are travelling down specifically for the show. Don't miss this for anything!
Date: Saturday 22 December Venue: Mitchell's Tap Room, Knysna Time: 13:00 to 22:00
Tickets: R300 on Quicket, R350 at the door, if available.Booking info: Jackie 084 587 6665 or jackie@betterlive.co.za
Secret Sunrise
Secret Sunrise is a global movement and platform to share positivity and get the world grooving, celebrating, feeling united in joy, and making a global change. Welcome to the guided dance which celebrates the morning sunrise. Instructors, silent headphones and the most epic way to start a day in the 21st century.
Date: Thursday 27 December Venue: Simola Hotel Country Club & Spa Tickets: Quicket
Knysna Rotary Lagoon Splash
Two exciting events provide enjoyment for both participants and spectators and challenges for the whole family! Brave the waters and swim the Lagoon Mile or watch your yellow duck race in the Quack Attack Duck Race.
You can have a great time while supporting some of Knysna’s community projects. The Splash festival is for both locals and visitors and promises to be lots of fun for the whole family, competitors and spectators! Date: Saturday 29 December Where: Knysna Lagoon Tickets: pay.onlines.co.za
Guns N' Roses Tribute Band
Date: Saturday 29 December Venue: Mitchell’s Knysna Brewery Time: 16:00 to 19:00
Tickets: R150 on Quicket, R180 at the door. Booking info: Jackie 084 587 6665 or jackie@ betterlive.co.za