Get ready for a dazzling weekend of bubbles, entertainment, and culinary delights at the Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival. From December 2 to 3, sip on the best bubbly from over 20 local producers, enjoy live music from top performers, and indulge in French-inspired and artisanal cuisine. Dress to impress in classic blue and white with a hint of silver, and secure your spot by booking tickets in advance. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience in the beautiful Franschhoek Valley.
What is the Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival?
The Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival is an annual event that showcases the region’s best bubbly from over 20 local producers, ranging from established estates to boutique and up-and-coming enterprises. It also offers a lineup of performances and activities, culinary experiences, and a chance to dress up in garden-party-style attire. Each ticket includes a glass champagne flute and 10 tasting tokens for sampling the featured Cap Classiques and select champagnes. The festival takes place at the historic Huguenot Monument in the verdant Franschhoek Valley from December 2 to 3.
Prepare for a sparkling extravaganza as the Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival, sponsored by Sanlam Private Wealth, makes a grand return to the stunning Franschhoek Valley from December 2 to 3. Perfectly timed to kick off the festive season and featuring the region’s best bubbly, this annual event guarantees a memorable experience for both connoisseurs and newcomers to the realm of sparkling wine.
A Beautiful Backdrop
Located in the verdant Franschhoek Valley, the festival unfolds at the historic Huguenot Monument, a setting that matches the sophistication of this effervescent showcase. The region is well-known for its exceptional Cap Classiques, and the festival will include over 20 local producers, ranging from established estates to boutique and up-and-coming enterprises.
A Dazzling Array of Entertainment
The festival goes beyond just wine; attendees can anticipate an exciting lineup of performances and activities. South Africa’s top acoustic rock band, Watershed, will thrill the crowd as the main act on Saturday. Adding to the musical entertainment, popular radio host Leigh-Anne Williams will act as the event’s MC, while DJ Charles Lusengo from Johannesburg will energize the atmosphere with his blend of Latino, house, and beach-club tunes.
Dress to Impress
Embodying a garden-party vibe, guests are encouraged to don attire that aligns with this year’s theme: classic blue and white with a hint of silver. Showcase your creativity, as the best-dressed attendees will be awarded fantastic prizes.
Unforgettable Culinary Experiences
Franschhoek is famous for its culinary prowess, and the festival certainly lives up to that reputation. Local restaurants and pop-up food stalls will provide a scrumptious selection of French-inspired and artisanal dishes, guaranteeing that your taste buds will be just as entertained as your ears.
Ticket Benefits
Each ticket offers a luxurious experience that goes beyond mere admission. Attendees will receive a glass champagne flute and 10 tasting tokens for sampling the featured Cap Classiques and select champagnes. For those looking to indulge even more, additional champagnes will be available for purchase by the glass or bottle.
Age Requirements and Festival Hours
In accordance with South African law, only guests aged 18 and over are permitted to attend the festival. Saturday’s festivities will take place from 11 am to 5 pm, and the venue will close at 6 pm. On Sunday, the celebrations will begin at 11 am and end at 4 pm, with doors shutting at 5 pm.
Secure Your Spot
As a highly anticipated event on the Franschhoek social calendar, tickets are expected to sell out quickly. To guarantee your spot, book your tickets in advance through the festival’s website at franschhoekcapclassique.co.za.
A Message from the Presenting Sponsor
Theesan Moodley, CEO of Sanlam Private Wealth, expresses his delight in being part of this luxury lifestyle event. According to Moodley, the festival offers an ideal platform for creating a one-of-a-kind experience for guests and an opportunity to collaborate with fellow masters in their respective fields. The same characteristics that inspire and drive wealth growth and preservation, such as patience, meticulous attention to detail, and calculated risks, are evident in the top-quality bubbly, delicious dishes, and live music enjoyed at the festival.
This December, elevate your senses with the Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival’s exquisite bubbles, delectable food, and outstanding entertainment. Here’s to a truly unforgettable experience!
Details
Date: 2 to 3 December 2023
Times: Saturday, 11 am to 5 pm | Sunday, 11 am to 4 pm
Location: Franschhoek Huguenot Monument, Franschhoek Valley
Tickets: Available at franschhoekcapclassique.co.za
Contact: For more details, visit the website or check their social media channels for additional contact information.
1. What is the Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival?
The Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival is an annual event that showcases the region’s best bubbly from over 20 local producers, ranging from established estates to boutique and up-and-coming enterprises. It also offers a lineup of performances and activities, culinary experiences, and a chance to dress up in garden-party-style attire.
2. Where does the festival take place?
The festival takes place at the historic Huguenot Monument in the verdant Franschhoek Valley.
3. What kind of entertainment can attendees expect?
Attendees can anticipate an exciting lineup of performances and activities, including South Africa’s top acoustic rock band, Watershed, who will perform as the main act on Saturday, and popular radio host Leigh-Anne Williams, who will act as the event’s MC. DJ Charles Lusengo from Johannesburg will energize the atmosphere with his blend of Latino, house, and beach-club tunes.
4. What is the dress code for the festival?
Guests are encouraged to don attire that aligns with this year’s theme: classic blue and white with a hint of silver. The best-dressed attendees will be awarded fantastic prizes.
5. What kind of food will be available at the festival?
Local restaurants and pop-up food stalls will provide a scrumptious selection of French-inspired and artisanal dishes.
6. What do tickets include?
Each ticket includes a glass champagne flute and 10 tasting tokens for sampling the featured Cap Classiques and select champagnes.
7. What are the festival hours?
Saturday’s festivities will take place from 11 am to 5 pm, and the venue will close at 6 pm. On Sunday, the celebrations will begin at 11 am and end at 4 pm, with doors shutting at 5 pm.
8. How can I secure my spot at the festival?
To guarantee your spot, book your tickets in advance through the festival’s website at franschhoekcapclassique.co.za. Tickets are expected to sell out quickly.
