The Western Cape provides several opportunities throughout the year to fill your bellies with food and drink. Food and drink festivals are the ultimate way to experience what South Africa has to offer!

We’ve put together a comprehensive list of food and drink festivals taking place in the Western Cape, providing the perfect opportunity for food and drink lovers to experience South African and international products, from gourmet food, to local wines, craft beers, product innovations, demonstrations and more.

Wacky Wine Weekend 2017

Date: 01 June – 04 June 2017

Location: Robertson, Western Cape

About: The famous Wacky Wine Weekend is a family friendly event taking place in Robertson over four days. The festival features a ton of great food, live music and entertainment. A variety of Robertston Wine is available.

The Good Food & Wine Show Cape Town 2017

Date: 2 June – 4 June 2017

Location: CTICC, Cape Town

About: A popular event for foodies showcasing the top local and international chefs (Marco Pierre White, Jen Hendrik Van Der Westhuizen, Jenny Morris, Reza Mahammad), restaurants, alcohol and to-die-for food. Kids are invited too with a bunch of activities available, bring the family along!

Taste the Helderberg 2017

Date: 15 June 2017

Location: Somerset West, Western Cape

About: For one night only, wine farms and restaurants in the desirable Helderberg region spread their rainbow colours in a showcase of fine local fare at The NH Lord Charles Hotel in Somerset West.

Hermanus FynArts 2017

Date: 9 June – 18 June 2017

Location: Hermanus, Western Cape

About: Best described as an eclectic mix, Hermanus FynArts is a ten-day fusion of ArtsFest and Winter School. The program is tailor-made for those who value a range of arts, intellectual stimulation, great wine and fine dining packaged in a program that is varied, top class and entertaining.

Knysna Oyster Festival

Date: 7 July – 7 July 2017

Location: Knysna, Western Cape

About: A popular event for oyster lovers taking place in the beautiful city of Knysna. There’s a little bit of everything including from outdoor activities, oysters and bubbly.

Bastille Festival 2017

Date: 15 July – 16 July 2017

Location: Franschoek, Western Cape

About: Franschoek’s French roots come out over a two day Bastille Festival featuring a village market, wine tasting and carnival fun. The Food & Wine Marquee which festivalgoers can visit during the weekend of the 15th and 16th of July is set against the backdrop of the historic Huguenot Monument and is the place to be.

Soetes & Soup Festival 2017

Date: 21 July – 22 July 2017

Location: Rawsonville, Western Cape

About: With Rawsonville being a mere 1 hour drive from Cape Town, a festival featuring homemade soups and dessert wines makes Soetes & Soup Festival the perfect winter getaway. You’ll get to experience interesting food you’ve never tasted and a variety of wine from various cellars. There’s also a farmers market, art exhibition, craft beer stalls, and entertainment for the kids.

Robertson Slow Food & Wine Festival 2017

Date: 04 August – 06 August 2017

Location: Robertson, Western Cape

About: A unique wine and food festival where 30 Wineries and Guesthouses from Ashton, Bonnievale, McGregor and Robertson will welcome visitors into their homes. Experience the charm of country life in an intimate setting characterised by each farm’s unique personal touch.

Hermanus Wine and Food Festival 2017

Date: 11 August – 12 August 2017

Location: Hermanus, Western Cape

About: The festival features brilliant food stalls, various craft beers available, children’s activities, live entertainment but most importantly over 250 wines from the Overberg region.

Klein Karoo Klassique 2017

Date: 11 August – 13 August 2017

Location: Oudtshoorn, Western Cape

About: The Klein Karoo Klassique weekend festival taking place in Oudtshoorn, the ostrich town. There’s plenty to see with a variety of food, wine, art, entertainment and music on display.

Coffee & Chocolate Festival 2017 Cape Town

Date: 29 September 2017 – 01 October 2017

Address: Green Point, Cape Town

About: Try over a hundred different coffee and chocolate products at the Coffee & Chocolate Festival taking place at Green Point Cricket Club. Some of South Africa’s best chocolate and coffee specialists will be on display with something for the whole family to do.

(Photo credit: Good Food & Wine Show)