SUNDAY 27 SEPTEMBER
Stellenbosch: Dirtopia’s Spring Trail Run, presented by Sportsmans Warehouse, takes place at WARWICK WINE ESTATE. Runners can explore private single-track routes opened especially for the event, with an 11 km route starting at 08:30 (R215) and a 6,25 km route at 08:45 (R175). Under-18 pre-entries cost R65. Online entries close at midnight on Friday (25 September), while late entries will be accepted at R50 extra at registration from 07:45 on race day. Amarider Trail Tag rental is available at R25 to be on the results. Enter online at dirtpass.co.za or visit www.dirtopia.co.za for further details.
TUESDAY 29 SEPTEMBER
Stellenbosch: As part of the Let’s Talk Roadshow and Exhibition, the award-winning South African documentary Don’t Be Late for My Funeral, directed by Diana Keam, is currently showing. The accompanying exhibition is on display at ROAD HOUSE CINEMA NEELSIE until Wednesday 30 September, bringing Keam’s powerful work and conversations around women, identity and lived experiences to the local community. As part of the roadshow screening at Road House Cinema Neelsie, guest Ali Gordon will host a Q&A with Keam on Tuesday 29 September. Tickets and more details online at www.roadhousecinema.co.za.
FRIDAY 2 OCTOBER
Stellenbosch: The DAISY JONES BAR turns six with Cape Town’s alt-ska outfit, Crimson House, coming to the party with Dukes of Note. The band doesn’t really do shows, they take over the room. Ska horns, blues-punk grit, Afro-gypsy rhythms and a healthy dose of street-cabaret chaos, all driven by frontman Riaan Smit. The doors open at 17:00. Book online via Quicket.
SUNDAY 4 OCTOBER
Stellenbosch: The Slowdown Sundays series is hosted at MORGENHOF WINE ESTATE from 14:00 to 18:00. South African songbird Amy Jones headlines the intimate live-music session in an unplugged acoustic performance. The removes the barrier between the stage and the audience. Guests can unwind with Morgenhof’s award-winning wines and delicious seasonal pairings. Seating is limited. Tickets are available via Webtickets.
TUESDAY 6 OCTOBER
Stellenbosch: African Drumming Tuesdays at the SU MUSEUM will be held from 13:00 to 14:00. It aims to enhance wellness and well-being on campus, with sessions free and open to all. RSVP on 021 808 3660 or rickyb@sun.ac.za.
WEDNESDAY 14 OCTOBER
Stellenbosch: Join the Wednesday Museum Walkabouts exploring SU MUSEUM’S collections from 13:00 to 14:00. The initiative aims to share the facility’s permanent art and historical collections with the public. Admission is free. RSVP on 021 808 3660 or rickyb@sun.ac.za.
Somerset West: The REACH FOR RECOVERY breast-cancer support group holds a free talk by Dr Jonathan Toogood, plastic and reconstructive surgeon, on “Reconstruction after breast cancer: options and outcomes” at 09:30 for 10:00 in the Training and Development Room at Mediclinic Vergelegen. For more details, call 082 357 0497.
SUNDAY 25 OCTOBER
Stellenbosch: Celebrate 10 years of Sunset Sweatshop with an afternoon of live music, singalongs and feel-good vibes at the DAISY JONES BAR. The doors open at 13:00, with supporting act Battersby on stage at 14:00, followed by Sunset Sweatshop at 15:00. Tickets are available through Quicket.
