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​Drakenstein Events

​ ​​Drakenstein Municipality Events Application Procedure

Please find the following​ documents:

 

For all events within the Drakenstein Municipal area the following contact details should be used:

021 807 4641 or 021 807 4558

Email address: events@drakenstein.gov.za

 

PROVISION OF FINANCIAL AND/OR IN-KIND SUPPORT TO HOST EVENTS IN DRAKENSTEIN:

TO BE HELD DURING THE 2023/2024 FINANCIAL YEAR BETWEEN 1 JULY 2023 AND 30 JUNE 2024.

Drakenstein Municipality has identified Events as one of the key drivers to market Drakenstein and grow local tourism. Since 2014, the Municipality has focused on supporting a wide variety of events to promote our towns as 365-day events destinations and to mitigate seasonality.

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Drakenstein Municipality now invites all eligible organisations to submit proposals to host Events that meet the Municipality’s Events criteria as per the approved Financial Assistance for Public Events Policy of 2017.

1) Objectives


Eligible organisations, which include NGOs’, NPOs’, CBOs’, Section 21 Companies and other relevant institutions are invited to apply for financial and/or in-kind support to host events in the municipal area that will achieve the following objectives:

a) facilitate enhanced social cohesion, community spirit and pride;
b) develop stronger united communities;
c) create stronger identity and inclusivity;
d) ensure geographical spread;
e) create cross-cultural awareness and understanding;
f) facilitate local and regional economic growth;
g) facilitate sustainable job creation;
h) promote Drakenstein as a responsible and green tourism destination;
i) increase tourism and sporting activities;
j) generate international and national media attention and increase the profile of the region;
k) attract creative and talented people and businesses to share their talents;
l) promote co-operation and collaboration between internal and external stakeholders;
m) and promote a positive legacy linked to hosting of events in the destination.


2) Events Criteria

Events will be evaluated based on the criteria as per the approved Events Categorization schedule, which is available by clicking here.
Applicants must stipulate if the application is for a (cash donations only) or/and non-financial (in-kind municipal services) event support.

3) Requirements for proposals

Proposals submitted must include:

a) a detailed business plan;
b) an Event support application form, which is available on our website;
c)  a detailed itemized budget;
d) All sponsorships must be declared and included in the event proposal to avoid duplication of funding allocation from other government sources; and
e) Should financial and/or in kind support have been provided in the previous three years, a a close-out report must be tabled on the total expenditure, number of attendees, media exposure, local spend, use of council’s contribution and number of local jobs created.

Failure to submit all required documentation and information may result in a proposal being rejected.  There can be no expectation of acceptance based upon previous allocations. The detailed business plan will require the provision of a detailed itemized budget. Please note that applicants will have to declare all sponsors upfront to avoid duplication of funding allocation from other government sources. 

4) Submission of Proposals

Proposals can be submitted in a sealed envelope and endorsed “ Event Support Applications for 2019-2020 Financial year- Drakenstein Municipality, and must be placed in the official tender box in the foyer at the Civic Centre, 1 Berg River Boulevard, Paarl, 7646 before or on 20 February 2019.

5) Terms and Conditions

All successful applicants must sign a Memorandum of Understanding that will comply with the Municipal Finance Management Act No. 56 of 2003. Please note that the Terms and Conditions set out in the contract must be adhered to as failure to do so will result in a breach of contract and Council will take the necessary steps it deems necessary in terms of such contracts.

6) Evaluation Process

Proposals will be evaluated in two phases:

a) Administrative Compliance –bidders will be assessed whether they have submitted all the administrative documents required above.
b) Functionality – the received proposals will be measured against the evaluation criteria using “ the Events criteria referred in Section 2.

NB.  Proposals that fail to meet the requirements stipulated in the RFP and those that do not meet the evaluation criteria will be disqualified from further evaluation.

7) Further Enquiries

For any further enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs. Chrismaré Carse, Senior Tourism Officer, Economic Growth and Tourism at 021 807 7744 or via e-mail Chrismare.Carse@drakenstein.gov.za .

Please note that only hard copies will be accepted, and that no electronic submissions will be accepted or considered. If you do not get a reply from Drakenstein Municipality by 31 May 2019, you must consider your submission unsuccessful.

NB:
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- Proposals will be approved in lined with allocated annual budgets.
- Consideration for funding will be at the discretion of the Budget Sub-Committee for Events.
  
   DR JH Leibbrandt
   City Manager

 

Events Approved

Please find below the following events:

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March 2026 ​ ​ ​ ​

Important Dates:

Human Rights Day (21 March 2026) ​ ​ ​

127 March 2026

Perfectly pumpkin: a seasonal baking experience

 

Soetmelksvlei - Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
227 March 2026

Galileo Open Air Cinema

 

Rhebokskloof Wine Estate071 471 8728 / hello@thegalileo.co.za
327 – 29 March 2026

Western Cape & National Downhill Series #3

 

Spice Route076 022 5141
427 March – 1 April 2026Kobus Wiese Super Series 2026Noord-Eind Primary School021 872 4237 / bemarker@noordeind.co.za
528 March 2026Make a Wooden Milk Stool

Soetmelksvlei – Babylonstoren

 

021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
628 March 2026

Van Pletzen / Sossi / Yo-Nax Live

 

Die Nag Uil062 862 6917
728 March 2026Watershed Live Simonsvlei Winery084 522 5223
828 March 2026Paarl Vinyl Record FairFreedom 301info@freedom301.co.za
928 – 29 March 2026Winelands Coffee FestivalMistico Equestrian Centre082 303 9131
1028 March – 12 April 2026Kiddies Easter Pairing Perdeberg Winery021 869 8244
1129 March 2026

Western Cape & National Downhill Series #3

 

Spice Route076 022 5141
1229 March 2026Sunday OutsideOld Tannery, WellingtonSunDay OutSide Wellington - Computicket BoxOffice
1331 March 2026De Kraal Open DayDe Kraal Sports Complex 021 807 4647/ Carleah.Lakey@drakenstein.gov.za
April 2026 ​ ​ ​ ​

Important Dates:

Good Friday (3 April 2026)

Holy Saturday (4 April 2026)

Easter Sunday (5 April 2026)

Family Day (6 April 2026)

Freedom Day (27 April 2026)

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11 April 2026Autumn décor from the gardenBabylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
21 – 2 April 2026

The Le Bonheur Adventure Snake School

 

Le Bonheur Reptile and Adventures021 863 1142
32 April 2026

Explore a bug's life (kids aged 8 – 12)

 

Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
42 – 6 April 2026

Thurlow Marsh Easter Rugby Festival

 

Boland Stadium083 235 9039 / thurlowmarshfoundation@gmail.com
53 – 6 April 2026Rastafari Cultural Festival

New Orleans Park

 

 

076 779 1124
64 April 2026Blacksmithing: Make your own braai fork

Soetmelksvlei – Babylonstoren

 

021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
75 April 2026

Diemersfontein Country Market

 

Diemersfontein Wine & Country Estate021 864 5050
87 April 2026

Grow your own winter vegetables

 

Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
98 April 2026

Family fun: Learn how to make sun prints

 

Soetmelksvlei - Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
108 – 12 April 2026

Mclaren Circus

 

 

C/O Main and Turk StreetKarl@mclarencircus.co.za
119 April 2026

Risotto 101: a celebration of our farm-grown rice

 

Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
1210 April 2026

Master meat: all about venison & biltong

 

Soetmelksvlei - Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
1310 April 2026

Hero Legacy Class

 

 

Val de Vie076 022 5141
1410 April 2026Melktert Kommisie Live

Festa Restaurant, Kleinevalleij Estate

 

 

067 597 0346
1511 April 2026

Bake your own savoury breads

 

Soetmelksvlei - Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
1611 April 2026

Carpentry: craft a herb planter

 

Soetmelksvlei - Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
1711 April 2026

Sanlam Boland Cavaliers vs Suzuki Griquas

 

Boland Rugby Stadium021 873 2317
1811 April 2026Heart & Hustle Movie Paulus Joubert PrimaryHartzenberg Films on Quicket
1911 April 2026Passion Play 2026Salem Biblical Gardens071 478 0845
2012 April 2026

Easter Concert: Various soloists, choirs, instrumentalists and readings

 

NG Kerk Wellington-Noordinfo@breytenbachsentrum.co.za
2114 April 2026

Explore the world of Babylonstoren's olives

 

Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
2215 April 2026

Combat garden pests, naturally

 

Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
2316 April 2026

Everything's better with butter: make butter & bake buttermilk rusks

 

Soetmelksvlei - Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
2417 April 2026

Nantes Estate Fashion Show

 

Nantes Estate076 833 3455
2517 April 2026

Bake your own pies: Four ways with traditional butter pastry

 

Soetmelksvlei - Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
2618 April 2026

Craft a wooden spoon and an iron ladle

 

Soetmelksvlei - Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
2718 April 2026

Sanlam Boland Cavaliers vs Border Bulldogs

 

Boland Rugby Stadium021 873 2317
2818 April 2026An Evening with the starsBrookdale Estate087 183 3919
2919 April 2026

Oesfees

 

Bergriver Resort

062 089 2022/ skriba@simondiumfamiliekerk.co.za

 

3019 April 2026

Picnic under the stars with Steve Hofmeyr

 

De Vines Pub & Grill christo.laubser@gmail.com
3121 April 2026

Discover the secret life of bees

 

Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
3222 April 2026

Craft your own homemade soaps

 

Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
3323 April 2026

Healing herbs: doepa with local finds

 

Soetmelksvlei - Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
3424 April 2026Rock Around the ClockDie ATKV Bôrdienghuis Teater061 156 5386 (Whatsapp)
3524 April 2026Date Night at SteenPerdeberg Winery 021 869 8244
3624 April 2026Pickle & PreserveSoetmelksvlei - Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
3724 – 26 April 2026Run the Vines – 3-day Stage Spice Route Destination

Run The Vines Series Entries 2026 | Entry Ninja – the best outdoor, fitness and sporting event entries in your area.

 

3825 April 2026Leathercraft for beginners: make a beltSoetmelksvlei - Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
3925 April 2026

Hotel California – The Ultimate Eagles Tribute

 

Boschenmeer EstateCathy Steed Communication on Quicket
4025 April 2026SportSA Run Courtrai Primary School

SportSA Run Paarl 2026 - Paarl Running Event | RunningCalendar

 

4125 April 2026Paint & Prayer Part 2Nantes EstateWorthy of Him on Quicket
4226 April 2026

Youth Concert: Frank Pietersen Music Centre & Friends

 

Venue TBCinfo@breytenbachsentrum.co.za
4328 April 2026Crafting KokedamasBabylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
4429 April 2026Pasta from scratchBabylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
4530 April 2026Sunset Fun Run/WalkPerdeberg Winery021 869 8244
4630 April 2026Bank on it! Seed saving and swoppingSoetmelksvlei - Babylonstoren021 863 3852 / enquiries@babylonstoren.com
May 2026​​​​

Important Dates:

Workers' Day (1 May 2026)

Mother's Day (10 May 2026)

 

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11 May 2026

Rhodes Quality Half Marathon

 

Hugenote High Schoolwww.topevents.co.za
21 May 2026Runway for Reason –Western Cape Miss Teen Universe SA Nelson Wine EstateMiss Teen Universe SA - Western Cape on Quicket
32 – 3 May 2026Paarl MTB ChallengePaarl076 022 5141
43 May 2026

Diemersfontein Country Market

 

Diemersfontein Wine & Country Estate

 

021 864 5050
58 May 2026

Hero Legacy Class

 

 

Bovenland

 

076 022 5141
69 May 2026

Sanlam Boland Cavaliers vs Eastern Province

 

Boland Rugby Stadium021 873 2317
716 May 2026WC School Series

Rhebokskloof

 

076 022 5141
816 May 2026Harvest Dinner & DanceNantes Estate076 833 3455
917 May 2026

Symphonic Collaboration Concert: Winelands Philharmonic Orchestra and various local primary school choirs

 

Paarl Gymnasium High Schoolinfo@breytenbachsentrum.co.za
1022 May 2026Frost and Gunn Live

Festa Restaurant, Kleinevalleij Estate

 

067 597 0346
1129 May 2026

Nataniël in concert 

 

Paarl-Vallei Gemeente - NGK

 

071 686 7733/ info@seatme.co.za
June 2026​​​​

Important Dates:

Youth Day (16 June 2026)

Father's Day (21 June 2026)

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17 June 2026

Diemersfontein Country Market

 

Diemersfontein Wine & Country Estate021 864 5050
216 June 2026Winelands Community Youth GamesCPUT Wellington076 374 8119
July 2026​​​​

Important Dates:

Nelson Mandela Day (18 July 2026)

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15 July 2026

Diemersfontein Country Market

 

Diemersfontein Wine & Country Estate021 864 5050
August 2026​​​​

Important Dates:

National Women's Day

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12 August 2026

Diemersfontein Country Market

 

Diemersfontein Wine & Country Estate021 864 5050


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