In just a few months, cellist Yo-Yo Ma makes his long-awaited South African debut at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden in Cape Town, Western Cape. On Saturday, 8 February at 19:00, he will perform Johann Sebastian Bach’s Six Suites for Unaccompanied Cello without interval; his visit to Cape Town is part of his global Bach Project, […]
Room to grow Wednesday talk with Dr. Nathan Finkelstein at Kirstenbosch
Dr. Nathan (Natie) Finkelstein, Retired Pharmacist and Phytochemist will present an illustrated talk on “Blooming Physicians” - A fascinating talk on South African plants and the doctors after whom they are named. Free entry to our Wednesday talk but garden entry fees applies. Enquires: Cathy Abbott Tel.: 021 4656440 E-mail: cathya@wol.co.za
Professional Cape Artists Exhibition at Kirstenbosch
Featuring established artists paintings, ceramics and wooden sculpture including John Cullingworth, Maurice Fears, Tinus de Jongh and James Yates. Entry fees: Free entry to our exhibition but garden entry fees apply. Enquiries: Tel.: 021 799 8621 or 021 715 6500
Family Braai Day
After the successful introduction of Family Braai Day, Toro Ela Promotions, are back to present another fun-filled family event in spring. So, rock your cool outfits this spring, kick back and relax and get to enjoy every bit of this amazing event. Ticket price: Tickets are R50 – R150 per person, and you can get […]
Tshwane food festival
The Tshwane food festival is taking place on 2 November at the Pretoria National Botanical Garden. A tasty experience awaits foodies in the capital city as the Tshwane food fest returns for the 4th time. The festival offers foodies an opportunity to experience fine cuisine, entertainment and many more exciting activities. Prohibited items: No firearms […]
Wednesday talk with Mary van Blommestein
Mary van Blommestein Curator: Irma Stern Museum and University of Cape Town collection, will present an illustrated talk on “Baron von Ludwig and famous visitors to his garden. Pharmacist and plant collector who created a private garden accessible to the public in early 19th century Cape Town.” Entry fees: Free entry to our Wednesday talk […]
Art Portfolio Exhibition
Art Portfolio will be hosting the work of 21 contemporary South African artists. The paintings depict the magnificent Cape landscape fauna and flora, together with an eclectic mix of abstract, figure, and still life. Entry fees: Free entry to our exhibition but garden entry fees apply. Contact details: Tel.:021-7998621
The Galileo Open Air Movies at Kirstenbosch
The Galileo Open Air Cinema welcomes you to a unique summer activity at the renowned Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden every Wednesday and Thursday evening from October to April. Featuring all your favourite movies under a canopy of stars, from golden classics to modern day hits, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Complete with a festive […]
South African Society of Artists (SASA) Exhibition at Kirstenbosch
The South African Society of Artists (SASA) will be holding their 113th Annual Exhibition of members’ selected works from Monday the 30 September to Thursday 10th October, from 10am to 5pm daily, at the Richard Crowie Hall, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Entry to the exhibition is free but entry fees to the gardens apply. The show […]
Wednesday talk with Carol Poole
Manager: Biodiversity Research Projects (BRAM Division, SANBI, Kirstenbosch), Carol Poole, will present an illustrated talk on “National Biodiversity Assessment: the status of South Africa’s ecosystems and biodiversity. Entry fees: Free entry to our Wednesday talk but garden entry fees applies. Enquires: Cathy Abbott Tel.: 021 4656440 E-mail: cathya@wol.co.za
Cape Orchid Society Spring Show 2019
The Cape Orchid Society will host their spring show entitled ‘The Crystal Palace’. This show will be a feast for the eyes, with the orchids on display surrounded by thousands of suspended crystals, lights and greenery. Come and explore The Crystal Palace and be transported to a place of opulence and wonder. There will be […]
‘Create a Creature’ waste art workshop for children
Gold Fields Environmental Education Centre will be hosting 'Create a Creature' waste art workshop for children aged 10-12 years on Thursday, 26 September 2019 from 09h00 – 13h00. Children will enjoy an exploratory walk into Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, searching for and observing creatures in the forest, fynbos and rivers. On their return to the […]
Wednesday talk with Nomama Mei at Kirstenbosch
Nomama Mei, curator of the Kwelera National Botanical Garden in the Eastern Cape, will present an illustrated talk on the Kwelera National Botanical Garden. Nomama will tell us of its development. Entry fees: Free entry to our Wednesday talk but garden entry fees applies. Enquires: Cathy Abbott Tel.: 021 4656440 E-mail: cathya@wol.co.za
African bird fair
The annual African Bird Fair returns to the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden, its home for the past 4 years. The Fair hosted by Birdlife South Africa in conjunction with SANBI draws birding enthusiasts from all over South Africa from Limpopo to Cape Town as well as other African countries as far as Uganda and […]
Wednesday talk with Mike Brutons at Kirstenbosch
Prof. Mike Bruton, a retired scientist and author, will present an illustrated talk on "Curator and Crusader: The Life and Work of Marjorie Courtenay-Latimer" at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. Entry fees: Free entry to the Wednesday talk but garden entry fees apply.