French fêtes, crochet lessons, antique markets & more: where to be for weekend family fun
Love a local event? EB has a few recommendations for what's happening in Cape Town...
Kfm 94.5's EB Inglis shares some community events happening around the Cape this weekend, as shared by you, Kfm fam.
Listen below:
Fabulous French Fête at Leopard's Leap
When: Friday, 11 July 2025
Where: Leopard's Leap, R45 Main Rd, Franschhoek
About the event: This year, Leopard’s Leap Wine invites you to join them for a festive start to the annual Franschhoek Bastille Weekend with a Fabulous French Fête at Leopard's Leap.
Promising to be a celebration of French-inspired food, wine and music.
Tickets are R550 per person and include a French 75 cocktail upon arrival, a starter to 'Frenchify' your palate, as well as a buffet of famous French staples like Boeuf Bourguignon, Coq au Vin and a Toulouse-inspired cassoulet.
Guests can also treat themselves to Leopard's Leap wines, available at cellar door pricing and a French patisserie counter with a wonderful selection of sweets and desserts.
The festivities start at 17:00, peak with a Drame de desserts at 20:00 and conclude at 22:00.
Expect music, fun activities, promotions, giveaways, and the most delicious French-inspired food and wine!
Book your ticket here.
Carlie's Darlings: Free Crochet Lessons
When and where:
Every Saturday at Westridge Library from 9am until 12pm.
Every Thursday at Lentegeur Library from 9am until 1pm.
Bring along:
- Crochet equipment
- Whatever you're working on
These events aims to connect like-minded people with a love for crochet!
Alphen Antiques & Collectables Markets
When: Sundays: 13 and 27 July 2025 from 10am to 3pm
Where: St Josephs Marist College Hall off Belmont Road, Rondebosch
A variety of items will be on sale. Entry is free and there is ample parking and refreshments are available.
For enquiries, contact: Des: 0846267499.
Japanese inspired Sashiko Stitching Workshop
When: Saturday, 12 July from 9am to 11:30pm
Where: Atlantic Beach Hotel, Melkbosstrand
If you love finding new winter hobbies, this one is great for DIY enthusiasts.
Learn to add stitching details to clothing, pottery items, napkins, table runners, totes, cushions, jackets or whatever tickles your fancy.
All tools and materials are supplied and refreshments will be available.
Book your spot for R395 per person, here.
Crochet Flower Tote Bag Workshop
When: Saturday, 12 July from 1pm to 4pm
Where: Atlantic Beach Hotel, Melkbosstrand
Learn how to crochet three flowers onto a tote with a like-minded community of DIY crochet lovers.
All tools and materials are supplied - just come to have fun.
Book your spot for R500 per person, here.
The Curro Durbanville Rapid Open 2025
Tune in to Kfm 94.5 on Wednesdays at 1:40pm and Saturdays just after 8am to find out what is happening in the Cape with EB Inglis.
Or let us know about events in your community - email: kfm@kfm.co.za with the details, and you might get a mention from EB.
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