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SUMMARY:Swartland Olive Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Swartland’s finest flavours at the annual Olive Festival in Riebeek Kasteel. \nThe Swartland Olive Festival is a vibrant annual celebration held in Riebeek Kasteel from 25–27 September 2026. Set around the historic Town Square and Plein Street\, the festival showcases award-winning olive oils\, local wines\, artisanal foods\, and handcrafted goods in a lively weekend atmosphere. \nVisitors can enjoy olive and wine tastings\, live chef demonstrations\, gourmet food trucks\, live music\, and a curated artisan market. The festival also includes a dedicated family-friendly kids’ zone\, making it a full weekend experience for all ages. A highlight is the Friday Opening Street Party\, transforming Plein Street into a festive evening of food\, entertainment\, and music. \nAdditional Information. \nTimes: Friday 16h00 – 22h00 | Saturday 10h00 – 21h00 | Sunday 10h00 – 17h00 \nAge Restriction: None (All ages welcome) \nDress Code: Casual and comfortable; hats\, sunscreen\, and comfortable walking shoes recommended \nParking: Street parking available in and around Riebeek Kasteel; limited during peak times \nTransport: Best accessed by car; approximately 1–1.5 hours from Cape Town \nBest Time to Visit: Friday evening for the street party or Saturday daytime for full festival experience \nFood & Drink: Olive tastings\, wine tastings\, craft beer\, gourmet food trucks\, and a festival bar \nPayment: Tickets available via Webtickets and Pick n Pay; card payments at vendors may vary \nWhat to Bring: Sunscreen\, hat\, comfortable shoes\, and valid ticket (digital or printed) \nFacilities & Amenities: Restrooms\, seating areas\, tasting stations\, live music stage\, kids’ zone\, and vendor market \nAccessibility: Outdoor town square setting with generally accessible walkways \nRules & Restrictions: Standard festival rules apply; no outside food or drinks permitted; follow organiser guidelines \nInsider Tips: \n\nArrive early on Saturday to avoid peak crowds\nBook accommodation in advance as the town fills quickly\nDon’t miss the Friday street party in Plein Street\n\nHighlights: \nPremium Olive Tastings: Sample award-winning extra virgin olive oils and artisanal olive products from top producers. \nWine & Food Experiences: Enjoy Swartland wines\, craft beer\, gourmet food trucks\, and chef demonstrations. \nLive Music & Entertainment: Performances from local bands across the weekend in a lively festival atmosphere. \nFamily-Friendly Activities: Kids’ zone with entertainment including games\, shows\, and activities. \nArtisan Market: Explore over 50 vendors offering handcrafted goods\, food products\, and local creations.
URL:https://capetown101.co.za/event/swartland-olive-festival/
LOCATION:Riebeek Kasteel Town Square\, Town Square & Plein Street\, Riebeek Kasteel\, Swartland\, Cape Town
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food & Drink,Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swartland Tourism":MAILTO:info@swartlandtourism.co.za
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