Knysna is currently in full swing with a huge variety of Knysna Oyster Festival events taking place every day until the 10th of July 2016. Below, we’ve chosen to highlight 8 single events through this week (two random picks per day) until the end of the festival. This is just a small choice of what’s happening in and around beautiful Knysna – make sure to check out the complete schedule for tons of things to do and see every day, the full program of Knysna Oyster Festival events is downloadable here for free.
| Featherbed Opera cruise | FNB Family Hike | Local Design and Food Market |
| Agility Dog Trial | MMM Fest | Cardboard Race | Yoga Flow | Women’s Walk |
Thursday 7th July
Time: 6pm-8pm
Location: Paddlecruiser, Featherbed Ferry Terminus, Knysna
If you’re looking for Oyster festival events with culture, then this cruise will delight – as you are treated to three of Knysna’s own operatic talents. The classics will be performed as well as some local flavour courtesy of the SA college of Music. Tickets include a light dinner, and guest will be asked to board the Paddle Cruiser at 5.30 pm for the one and a half our cruse and concert. For more info: The Featherbed Co. on +27 (0)44 382 1693.
Time: 5pm – 9pm
Location: Upper level parking, Knysna Square, Knysna
A buzzing event for local foodies and designers to wow you with their food and wares! Don’t miss this creative hub of cuisine, locally produced decor, fashion accessories, clothing and art. For more info: +27(0)82 909 6071
Friday 8th July
Time: Trail runners anytime between 08:30 and 9:00. Hikers anytime between 9:00 and 12:00 noon.
Location: Knysna Forest, Knysna
A great Family event – enjoy the wonder of the forest together while spending quality time in beautiful surroundings. For more info: +27 (0)82 990 8404
SA Dog Agility Association Dog Jumping & Agility Trial
Time: 8:30am – 4pm
Location: Festival Pavilion, Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival grounds, Knysna
Be amazed at the skill and agility of these four-legged cuties. All are welcome to come and watch – great fun for the whole family. For more info: +27(0)73 729 8194
Saturday 9th July
Time: 1pm – 10pm
Location: Mitchell’s Brewery Beer Garden, Knysna
You’re invited to the official after party of the Knysna Oyster Festival, Mitchell’s Music Marathon. Great food and drinks, live music and a vibey crowd. For more info: +27(0)82 295 7400
The Great Cardboard Race Down Hornlee Eastern Head
Time: 10am-1pm
Location: Hornlee and Dam-se-bos sport fields, Knysna
Have you got guts, determination, and a talent for turning cardboard into a home-made sled? R10 fee gets you the chance to slide down the Hornlee East Head and into the history books. Young and old – all welcome! If you can dream it, make it and sled it, join us. For more info: +27(0)78 403 6250
Sunday 10th July
Time: 10am
Location: Festival Pavilion, Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival grounds, Knysna
Basic yoga sequences that are gentle and suitable for all ages. Join in and donate to the Earthchild Project – which works within existing school structures with coordinators to introduce and maintain specific programs. This is one of the Knysna Oyster Festival events that make you feel good in more ways than one. For more info: +27(0)78 024 2278
Time: 8am-12pm
Location: Festival Pavilion, Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival grounds, Knysna
Looking for Knysna Oyster Festival events that raise awareness for a good cause? Join together and show your support to highlight Breast Cancer in this fun 5km walk. For more info: +27(0)82 812 5855
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