SATURDAY 13 DECEMBER
Somerset West: The COUNTRY CRAFT MARKET welcomes visitors for laid-back shopping experience every Saturday before Christmas. Market-goers can buy unique handcrafted gifts or enjoy craft beer and other refreshments. Safe parking is available off Dummer Street, where Mervyn, the car guard, will keep an eye on all parked cars. The pet-friendly market is held at Southey’s Vines in Main Road from 09:00 to 14:00. For more information, call 083 590 9197 or visit www.countrycraftmarket.org.
MAANDAG 15 DESEMBER
Strand: Die CHRISTELIKE AFHANKLIKHEIDSDIENS, of Christians Against Drugs (Cad), nooi mense wat probleme met middelafhanklikheid het na hul byeenkoms om 19:00 in die kerksaal van die NG Strand Moedergemeente, op die hoek van Birkenhead- en Faganstraat. Bel Gerrit by 073 336 3119 of Werner by 082 826 0972 vir nog inligting of navrae.
FRIDAY 19 DECEMBER
Strand: Dust off those leg warmers and tease that hair as THE DRAMA FACTORY goes full ’80s glam with Back To The ’80s by The Morning After, at 19:30. Known as one of South Africa’s premier live bands, who brought audiences the Country Roads and Rock Around The Clock shows, the band is set to ignite the stage with their new show. It is a celebration of the decade known for big hair, bigger anthems and some of the most unforgettable music in rock history, including iconic songs from legendary bands such as Queen, U2, Bon Jovi, Fleetwood Mac and Def Leppard, to mention but a few. Ticket cost R210 and R230 at www.thedramafactory.co.za.
SUNDAY 28 DECEMBER
Somerset West: Locals can enjoy the holiday season with the screening of Mamma Mia! at LOURENSFORD WINE ESTATE, as the Galileo Open Air Cinema returns for another spectacular season at stunning Winelands venues. Additional Helderberg screenings for the season include: The Greatest Showman on Saturday 3 January 2026; Crazy, Stupid, Love on Saturday 14 February 2026; and The Proposal on Saturday 4 April 2026. Each evening features a picnic experience with local food, sweet treats and award-winning wines while watching blockbuster movies on the big screen at sunset. The events include games, prizes, music and giveaways – perfect for dates, families, and parties. The gates open at 18:00 on weekdays and 17:00 on weekends. Book your place online through Webtickets. For more information or to view movies set to be screened at other venues across the Cape Winelands, visit www.thegalileo.co.za.
WEDNESDAY 31 DECEMBER
Whether it’s the groovy ’60s, the radical ’80s or the Y2K era of the 2000s, dress up in your era’s style and strut your stuff on the dance floor. Tickets cost R250 per person and are available on Webtickets. The church is also giving away two free tickets to the first person who emails vision.re.foundation@gmail.com. For more information, check St Peter’s Facebook page or contact Merle Falken at 082 558 4919.
