From 25–27 September, the Swartland Olive Festival returns to the Town Square for a weekend of live music, local food, chef demonstrations, more than 50 artisanal vendors and, of course, plenty of reasons to celebrate everything the Swartland does so well. Friday evening kicks things off with the Street Party, DJ, dancing and a long-table experience, while the festivities continue throughout the weekend with entertainment for the whole family. It’s a good excuse to gather your people, book a stay and make a weekend of Riebeek Kasteel. https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1590597168  

The Festival kicks off on Friday with an Olive Festival Street Party in Plein Street, now part of the festival site. This includes Food vendors, Long table dining, Street performers, and a DJ party. Centered at the Riebeek Kasteel Town Square, the festival offers an immersive sensory journey where visitors can indulge in Wine and Olive tasting, Live music, chef demos, a Product Market, and a family-friendly kids' zone. Children under 8 enter free when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult. 16:00 - 22:00 Buy Tickets at WebTickets https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1590597168

Step inside the creative heart of the Riebeek Valley. From 23 to 25 October, Solo Studios opens the doors to private studios and galleries across Riebeek Kasteel and Riebeek West, offering visitors the chance to discover the work and meet the artists behind it. Follow the Art Loops through the valley, explore at your own pace and experience painting, sculpture and other creative disciplines alongside exhibitions, special events, wine experiences and live performances. 23–25 October 2026 Riebeek Valley A weekend of art, people and the places that inspire them. Buy Tickets now https://www.solostudios.co.za/

The Swartland Street Party is Back — and You’re Invited! Prime those palates — the wine producers of the Swartland are getting ready to pour, swirl, and sip their way through another legendary Street Party in the heart of Riebeek Kasteel! Why come? Because some of South Africa’s most exciting wine producers will be there, many pouring rare gems you’ll struggle to find anywhere else in the country. This is serious wine fun in a not-so-serious setting.