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SUMMARY:Ceres Cherry Festival
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Ceres Cherry Festival!\nThe Ceres Cherry Festival is so much more than just a festival – it is shaped by a community. It is about the cherries shared around family tables\, the producers who live out their passion year after year and grow top-quality cherries\, and the food stalls that transform this fruit into the most flavourful and delicious dishes. It is about the music\, sport\, laughter and socialising that unfold throughout the day. Every part of the festival is made possible by people who contribute with passion and pride. \nCelebrate the People Behind the Harvest\nThe Ceres Cherry Festival celebrates the producers\, farmworkers and community who work passionately every year to deliver world-class cherries. Here\, you get to meet the people behind the fruit. \nYour ticket to a day full of cherry fun! Join us for the Ceres Cherry Festival on Saturday\, 5 December 2026. Enjoy delicious food\, fresh cherries\, music\, entertainment and loads of family fun – all in one place. Get your tickets early and make sure you don’t miss this summer festival. \nCherryTime™ Cherry Farm Visit\nWalk among the cherry trees\, taste fresh cherries\, meet the people behind the harvest and experience Ceres’ cherry season firsthand! \nKersie Kreatief Art Exhibition\nThursday\, 3 December 2026 \nAn exhibition featuring artists from the Ceres area\, a carefully curated wine tasting and a generous harvest table. \nCheriSHEd with Marilize de Clercq\nSaturday\, 5 December 2026 \nA morning of style\, beauty and wellness in the Breede River Valley. \nCountry Chic\nEarly-bird tickets available until 5 November\, thereafter R425. \nStandard Ticket\nSaturday\, 5 December 2026 \nIncludes access to the festival grounds from 16:00. \nR250 \nChildren’s Ticket\nAges 5–18 \nIncludes access to the festival grounds from 16:00. \nR150 \nOutdoor Church Service\nSunday\, 6 December 2026 \nChurches\, ministries and believers from Ceres and the surrounding areas are invited to gather for a special morning of praise and worship in honour of Jesus. \nFree entry \nOn Saturday\, 5 December 2026\, Ceres\, South Africa’s Cherry Capital\, transforms into a festive playground where cherries\, music\, food and family fun come together. \nCome and enjoy a day filled with:\n\nFresh Ceres cherries and unique cherry treats\nMusic by Riaan Benadé and Bok van Blerk\nA fantastic food market\nA cherry-inspired bar\nAn exciting Cherry Jol Kids’ Area\nRelax on the grass with your picnic blanket and enjoy the festive atmosphere.\n\nFestival Programme\n\n16:00 – Cherry-inspired Market & Mixology Bar\n16:00–20:00 – Mini Cherry Jol Kids’ Area\n16:00–22:00 – Music & Entertainment\n18:00 – Riaan Benadé\n20:30 – Bok van Blerk\n\nGates close at 20:00. \nA Cherry Twist on Your Favourite Dishes!\nAt the Ceres Cherry Festival\, our food stall vendors will be giving their dishes a unique cherry twist! We invite them to get creative and transform everyday favourites into something special\, with Ceres cherries as the star ingredient. \nFrom sweet to savoury\, from sauces to desserts and drinks\, expect surprising cherry combinations that you can only come and taste at the festival. Discover just how delicious a cherry can be when it is served in a different way! \nWould you like to be a vendor?\nWe are looking for outstanding cherry-inspired food\, drinks\, baked goods and sweets to help us create an unforgettable festival experience. \nCherry Jol Kids’ Area\nA playground for the little cherries! The Cherry Jol Kids’ Area is packed with fun for the little ones – from jumping castles\, tractor rides and a mini obstacle course to face painting\, balloon art\, slime\, colouring and so much more. \nLet the children play\, explore and have fun while the grown-ups enjoy the festival. Bring your little cherries – we look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.ceres.org.za/event/ceres-cherry-festival/
LOCATION:Ceres Sports Ground\, Victotia Park Ceres\, Phillip St\, Ceres\, 6835\, Ceres\, Western Cape\, 6835\, South Africa
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