Book now for tickets to 2026/27 season of a renowned open-air wine-and-food celebration
Stellenbosch, 15 October 2026: Live music, delicious bites and great wine return to the streets of South Africa’s second-oldest town for summer season 2026/27. The much-loved open-air series of Stellenbosch Street Soirees is back from October 28, and in a milestone year too.
Event owner, the Stellenbosch Wine Routes, marks its 55th anniversary this year and founded the Soiree concept precisely 15 years ago.
The popularity of the Soirees has kept that tradition alive and well, in a celebration of the makers of some of South Africa’s most renowned wines.
“The Stellenbosch Street Soirees are a taste of the good life, designed around the things we love most: good food, fine wine, live music and great company,” says Elmarie Rabe, manager of the Stellenbosch Wine Routes. “It’s the best way to enjoy the beautiful summer evenings. And once you’ve soaked it all up, make an evening of it. Each soiree takes place for two hours only – from 18:00 to 20:00, making them the potential start of something longer. It’s easily a precursor to dinner at one of Stellenbosch’s many wonderful restaurants.”
There are nine Soirees in the series this year, but don’t be lulled into postponing your attendance.
“The events sell out rapidly and it won’t be any different for this season,” says Elmarie.
With a long history as the epicentre of wine and food excellence in South Africa, Stellenbosch remains a top destination for South Africans and international visitors to the country. It is home to many of the country’s most prized wineries, awarded chefs and eateries. Its street cafés, wine bars and estate restaurants come alive in the sunnier months – precisely the time when these ever-popular Street Soirées take place.
During the event, as dusk settles, Drostdy Street is transformed. Strings of festive lights are suspended overhead, and comfy islands of casual seating become hubs for a friendly catch-up between friends. Every ticket guarantees entry to an evening built for savouring: wine stalls pouring the region’s finest, food stalls offering a diversity of flavours, and performers providing the soundtrack in the background.
The soirees, all happen mid-week, and take place on:
Dates this year:
- Wed, Oct 28
- Wed, Nov 11
- Wed, Nov 25
- Wed, Dec 9
In 2027
- Wed, Jan 20
- Wed, Feb 3
- Wed, Feb 17
- Wed, Mar 3
- Wed, Mar 17
Reservation details and more
- Time: 18:00 – 20:00
- Location: Drostdy Street, Stellenbosch
- Cost: R280 pp (Includes a branded glass + 10 wine tasting tokens)
- Tickets: https://plankton.mobi/
For more information, email info@wineroute.co.za or call 021 886 4310. Learn more about Stellenbosch’s reputation for food, wine, history and culture at www.wineroute.co.za or www.visitstellenbosch.org. Connect with @stellwineroute on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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