A weekend of sunny weather and clear Karoo skies is forecast for the annual SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees. “If the weather predictions are right then festival goers can look forward to perfect weather, with sun and clear skies,” says director Jenni Honsbein. According to MyPE Weather on Friday, June 30 the maximum will be 23 degrees Celsius with a minimum of 14. Saturday, July 1 the maximum will be 18 and the minimum only 14. And on Sunday, July 2 the temperature will rise to 25. “It is the … [Read more...] about Braaivleis, Music, Sunny Skies and Wildsfees
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Meet Font Karien
The SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees is home to some of the biggest expos in the Eastern Cape – entry to all of which is included in the entrance fee. They include the Addo Elephant National Park Walk on the Wildside marquee; Mohair South Africa, the province’s biggest new car expo, the Bundu experience for outdoor enthusiasts; a wine expo, a technology showcase and the Unifrutti Agri expo. Take a Walk on the Wildside this year gets back to basics with the scouting movement of South African showing … [Read more...] about Meet Font Karien
The Wild Side of Jack Parow
South African Music Award (SAMA) winner, Jack Parow will be performing at this year’s SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees for the first time. Parow will be embracing his wild on the Adventure Province Main Stage on Friday, followed by Theuns Jordaan. Parow’s wildly successful career started over a decade ago when he rapped with crews from the Cape Flats. It was his collaboration with Die Heuwels Fantasties on the track “Die Vraagstuk” with its funky video that brought him to the attention of the … [Read more...] about The Wild Side of Jack Parow
Exciting young local talent will embrace their wild
Inspiring young dance group, The Believers will be embracing their wild at this year’s SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees taking place from Friday, June 30 to Sunday, July 2. Fourteen years ago Believers manager Mark Gertse saw great need and, most importantly, wonderful talent in Kirkwood. He says he is “a strong believer that the performing arts (music and dance) are one of the most powerful tools to give troubled youngsters a positive outlet, to channel their brokenness and emotions, to give them … [Read more...] about Exciting young local talent will embrace their wild
Embrace Your Wild
Visitors of all ages to the 16th annual SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees are invited to “Embrace your Wild in the Adventure Province,” says festival director Jennifer Honsbein. This year’s three-day festival at the end of June includes a unique “festival for all seasons” for kids, the Eastern Cape’s premier game auction, “wild rides” and “wild shopping” at over 350 specialist stalls, as well as a galaxy of stars performing under the Karoo sky on the province’s biggest stage. “This festival bridges … [Read more...] about Embrace Your Wild
Launch of the 16th SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees
That damn drought.... The pool at home is empty so I couldn't take the mermaid home. Seen at the launch of the 16th SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees media launch. - Taken by the Editor whilst wandering aimlessly about pretending to be in the know. … [Read more...] about Launch of the 16th SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees
Castle Lager is back at the SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees
Back to embrace their wild side at the sixteenth SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees as liquor sponsors is South African Breweries (SAB). "We are thrilled to welcome Castle Lager back to the Wildsfees. They were one of the first supporters of the event 16 years ago," says festival director Jenni Honsbein. Castle Lager will be bringing friends together with their range of refreshing drinks such as a range of Kraft beers, Castle Lite, Corona and Flying Fish, according to SAB events manager for the … [Read more...] about Castle Lager is back at the SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees
The sun will shine over Kirkwood this weekend
A weekend of sunny weather and clear Karoo skies is forecast for the annual SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees. "If the weather predictions are right then we will enjoy the best weather ever in the 15 year history of the festival," says director Jenni Honsbein. According to various weather sites on Friday, June 24 the maximum will be 27 degrees Celsius with a minimum of 16. Saturday, June 25 the maximum will be 22 and the minimum only 13. And on Sunday, June 26 the temperature will rise to 27. "It … [Read more...] about The sun will shine over Kirkwood this weekend
SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees offers a “Wild and Wonderful” experience for the whole family
SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees offers a “Wild and Wonderful” experience for the whole family: South Africa’s leading family festival, the annual SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees, promises a weekend of “Wild and Wonderful” experiences for the whole family. From Friday, June 24 to Sunday June 26 the Sundays River town of Kirkwood will be home to the first Zip Zap Circus performances in the Eastern Cape, pop group EDEN on stage in the province for the first time after the group got together again, while the … [Read more...] about SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees offers a “Wild and Wonderful” experience for the whole family
Zip Zap Circus’ EC debut
Cape Town's legendary Zip Zap Circus will be making its debut in the Eastern Cape at the annual SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees. Hosted in the Kirkwood High School hall, the weekend shows are included in the cost of entry. Described as South Africa's own "Aussie Circus," Zip Zap is made up of "ordinary kids doing extraordinary things," according to Brent Van Rensburg, artistic director of the Zip Zap Circus. "Zip Zap Circus is a social circus that was founded in Cape Town in 1992 to inspire … [Read more...] about Zip Zap Circus’ EC debut
Play Stuntman and Jump into the Giant Air Bag
For the first time ever in the Eastern Cape festival goers can twist, flip, spin, somersault and freefall before landing on a giant airbag at the SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees. The Adventure Province experience is being sponsored by Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism in line with the branding of the Eastern Cape. Festival goers brave enough to jump will be taken 14 metres in the air before they take the leap into fresh air, with a giant airbag breaking their fall. Jumps cost R50 per … [Read more...] about Play Stuntman and Jump into the Giant Air Bag
New partnership for Wildsfees
A new partnership will see one of South Africa’s top six festivals continue to grow and contribute to community upliftment in the Sundays River, according to SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees board chairman Paul Marais. “We are delighted and honoured that the SPAR group has decided to ‘go wild’ with us for at least the next three years as the naming sponsor,” he says. The 15-year-old festival is one of the only in the country to be owned by the community through a not-for-profit company. “Giving … [Read more...] about New partnership for Wildsfees
A festival filled with Fabulocity
Now in its 14th year, the annual Absa Kirkwood Wildsfees was described as a "festival filled with fabulocity" by the bursar on a British Airways flight on its approach into Port Elizabeth on Saturday morning. Algoa FM deputy managing director Kevin Reed says he was very excited to hear the announcement on the flight. "We just love the description - it sums up what makes the festival so special. This shows that the festival has outgrown its Eastern Cape roots and has become a national … [Read more...] about A festival filled with Fabulocity
Rare chance to see new vehicles on display
With the cancellation of the 2015 Johannesburg Motor Show the new vehicle expo at this weekend's Absa Kirkwood Wildsfees will be one of the biggest new vehicle shows in the country. "Visitors will be able to see the latest new cars and commercials from all three Eastern Cape-based original equipment manufacturers – Volkswagen, General Motors and Mercedes-Benz, as well as Isuzu which assembles trucks and bakkies in the province," says festival director Jenni Honsbein. "At least one new car … [Read more...] about Rare chance to see new vehicles on display
Entertainment’s Big 5
The Eastern Cape, which is home to the legendary Big Five game species, is also home to the country's first festival to treat visitors to the Big Five in entertainment for the single price of an entry ticket. Among the big attractions at the 2015 Wild@heart Absa Kirkwood Wildsfees are the biggest stage in the Eastern Cape featuring top national artists; over 350 specialist stalls; motor, agricultural, and outdoor expos; food and wine stalls with a difference; and the country's first festival … [Read more...] about Entertainment’s Big 5
