What's on in and around Knysna

2022 information - Plett Rage is the longest running and arguably largest student festival in the Southern Hemisphere! Hosted within one of South Africa’s most iconic & beautiful coastal towns, Plettenberg Bay, your end of school celebration cannot be imagined in a more picturesque location. International recognized as one of the best-organised student festivals and with over 20 years of experience, Plett Rage is the most aspirational and coming-of-age festival.

We have a goal - to turn the Africa Skills George’s TENS into the biggest social sport and lifestyle event in South Africa! Kicking off in 2019 as a rugby only festival, the event has now evolved to include Men’s and Women’s Rugby, Golf, Womens & Mixed Netball, Touchies and for the 2023 edition, we’re adding a Colour Run, Dodgeball, Fishing, Clay Court- and Padel Tennis! The George TENS will not only feature top notch sporting activities, but the Festival Village will be rocking. This year, local and emerging artists are invited to showcase their talents on the Festival Stage.

This festive race is popular with holiday makers and locals alike. Bring your friends and family along and enjoy a cold refreshment or light snack after the race. This race has options for a 10 km or 5km, so there is something for everyone!

The Sea 2 Tower is a trail run that starts in the heart of Knysna and finishes at the top of the Knysna Forest. With 4 routes to choose from, the Sea 2 Tower offers a variety of distances that cater for most fitness levels: 32KM | 40KM | 48KM | 53KM. It is a very challenging yet beautiful route where runners will start off at sea level, wind their way up through the Knysna forest, before climbing a 6m steel ladder into the Forest Tower itself. Finishers will be greeted by the Forest Rangers manning the tower with spectacular views over the surrounding forest, mountains and valleys.

2021 information - Deep-Sea Fishing Competition with over R50 000 in prizes! Beach activities and live entertainment. Boat launches covered by the club.

Swim in one of South Africa's most stunning locations - Knysna Estuary. The Red2Head Swim is a chance to get active, enjoy fresh air and support a good cause at the same time. Swimmers will start 2 hours after tide has turned to allow the full effect of the outgoing tide to assist swimmers on their journey. A portion of all proceeds will be given to the local NSRI Station. Choose your distance and starting point: Red Bridge 10KM, Crabs Creek 7.5KM, Belvidere 5KM.

2021 information - What are you doing this coming full moon? Put those running shoes on and join Chain Gang Events for their annual Full Moon Beach Run fundraiser for the NSRI. There are two distances you can enter - a cool, calm 6km from Kleinkrantz, or a 21km from Swartvlei (not for the faint-hearted). Both races finish at Wilderness main beach by the NSRI, and your entry fee includes a finishers medal, drink and boerewors roll.

The toughest Inflatable boat race in the world!! 4 Days more than 700km. The Trans Agulhas is a fast paced, action packed water sports event. Over 30 inflatable boats will battle it out on the waves in the most prestigious Inflatable Boat Racing competition in the world! This 4 day race will visit beaches along the coast between Natures Valley and Gordons Bay where the race will finish.

Registration and the focal point of the 5-day competition will be centred on the seaside town of Plettenberg Bay. Each day of competition takes place on a new map, with a rest day on 1 January. M/W21E (Elite) category has World Ranking Events for Day 2 (middle distance) and Day 5 (sprint), with single-day entry possible on these days. Various social evenings will be included in the event programme and feature a range of entertainment and activities.

Secret Sunrise is a global silent guided dance and meditation community. Using headphone technology, headsets are handed to you on arrival. Our accredited facilitators guide you through a series of music of all genres. Our public sessions encompass a variety of mindful practices, including meditation, breathwork, movement and dance. Each session is unique, often curated according to a theme that attendees come together to celebrate and are even welcome to dress up.

2022 information - Family Fun Walk & Mountain Bike Ride. One of the biggest sports events in the Southern Cape this summer. Walkers, families and even pets can participate in the most beautiful walk in the Southern Cape around the Great Brak River in a 4.8km route. The Mountain Bikers can again choose between four routes; a 15 km, 36 km, 58 km and 72 km, all of which have been professionally laid out and tested with a tremendous amount of passion and attention to details.

2022 information - The George Chess Club will be hosting a memorable open tournament with the prize money the most in the history of clubs in the Western Cape. With an amazing first prize of R10 000 in the A-section and R5 000 in the B-section, the prizes remain impressive right through to the D-section.

2022 information - Its a fun evening where Families come together and in a picnic setting enjoy a FUN FILLED evening where Families meet Santa and a fairy and their friends. A magical castle and a magician and a marching band and Noddy and his friends and Ice creams and singing Carols under the stars and calling Santa and the Fairy.

2022 information - A panto of mayhem and mystery.

2022 information - It’s Christmas in The Land of Oz! A snow blizzard carries Dorothy and Toto to the Magical Elfinsland where she meets Glinda the Good Witch of the Northpole.... Dorothy must get back home to open her Christmas presents in the morning. She sets off on a journey to meet the Wizard who lives in the Great Palace of Toys, encountering a cast of colorful characters along the way.

2022 information - The soundtrack for adventure will be an electronic dance music wonderland keeping your journey in step with some of South Africa’s finest producers and DJs. The daytime vibe will be accompanied by the best down-tempo house vibes with a sprinkle of soul, funk and retro. The nights will be orchestrated with upbeat progressive house, tech house and techno. A jungle buffet of groove, deep, vocal, tribal, and minimal for a mind-blowing, carefully curated musical experience.

2022 information - We are going to be charging R50 per player for this event, which will include the hire of 2 discs. Tee-times will be confirmed on payment. You will be allowed to play the course 2x, the 2nd tee-off time will be permitted as time allows on the day.

2022 information - 3 Tenors and a Diva. This year, the sparkling “diva” Lynelle Kenned shares the stage with three seasoned opera singers, Lukhanyo Moyake, Conroy Scott and Tylor Lamani. The singers are accompanied by the Stellenbosch City Orchestra with Paul Loeb van Zuilenburg as conductor. Come early and hang out on the terrace with family and friends. The food and wine stalls open at 6 o'clock.

2022 information - 4km junior, 10km & 18km senior. Burger & drink included.

2021 inormation - 2021 will be the first year that Knysna is putting on a summer Festival. We will host exciting sport events from running, cycling and water sports including swimming. Exciting events provide enjoyment for both participants and spectators and challenges for the whole family!

2022 information - Join us in the Knysna Mall, Dischem Atrium for a delightful Christmas Carol Event, presented by Knysna Hope from 6pm

2022 information - Come enjoy and celebrate the start of the holiday season with the Hornlee Community with some great offerings including food & craft stalls, kiddies games and jumping castles, face painting, potjiekos competition, live music and entertainment & Sport, Show &Shine motor show, car sound competition.

2022 information - We had so much darn fun doing this show last year, that we decided to put it on repeat for this year! So here we go! Let's rock those good tunes of the 70's and 80's. A Sedgefield Lions fundraiser. Get your moves on Sedgies!

2022 information - As always it takes place from Plettenberg Bay’s sheltered Hobie Beach. The sight of a fleet of beautiful, multi-coloured sails in the Bay has become an integral part of Plett’s festive season and one remembered by many visitors and residents as far back as their childhoods. Traditionally sailors from all over South Africa come and take part in this fun regatta, amongst them a number of Hobie national and world champions! Hobie sailors are famously easy-going and friendly, and members of the public are welcome to come down to Hobie Beach and "meet the fleet" when the boats are on the beach. Who knows, you may like it so much it may be you out there next time!

2022 information - Two event-filled days of adventure, wine tastings, culinary delights and live music. The aim of this annual event, which will take place on the same dates every year, is to highlight Plett as a destination, to celebrate Plett's local heritage and to promote collaboration and a sense of community.

2022 information - A fun 5 stage Enduro format MTB race on the new Sky trails, held in association with the Plett Wine and Adventure Festival 2022. All stages are family friendly. Race distance will be about 18km with ±650m elevation. E-bikes welcome.

2022 information - Spend the public holiday with us at Kay and Monty and kick off the summer season! Expect a fun and festive afternoon of live music by two brilliant bands as well as good food, great wine, craft beer and gin, market stalls and, of course, beautiful scenery!

2022 information - The Garden Route Wine Festival is coming your way in December. Taste up to 200 wines, mostly South African, and international, and let us not forget Champagne and Oysters. A pop-up restaurant will ensure nobody will go hungry. Come interact with some acclaimed winemakers, and learn more about the wine and the latest trends. Buy and fill your cellar with special event prices.

2022 information - Sky Fun Run is for the whole family. We are laying out 5km and 10km routes and a walk that will traverse Sky Park and showcase the amazing terrain, exquisite views and fynbos. Dogs welcome on leash.

2022 information - Explore the back roads and hilltops of the untamed Garden Route... The planned route runs from Redberry Farm, along the Outeniqua Mountains, mostly on district gravel roads, here and there moving to Jeep tracks, through Herbertsdale until reaching the finish line at Jakkalsvlei Wine Cellars.

2022 information - Enjoy another superb afternoon at Barrington’s exploring some of South Africa's finest estates and producers. Taste away, relax out on the lawn to live jazz, feast on oysters and more ... then stock up your cellar for season!

2022 information - Bring a picnic & a gift for a needy child. Wear festive clothing. Memory candles on sale.

2022 information - Theme: man and the environment

2022 information - Come join in the fun at the NVT Triathlon. 300m Lagoon Swim, 12km Road Bike, 3km Beach Run.

2021 information - A Bubbly Tasting Family Festival with MCC and Sparkling Wine Tastings. Live music. Fun day for the whole family. Friday: 4 course dinner paired with MCC. Saturday: Oysters and MCC tasting. Sunday: Main event - wine farm tables with MCC tasting.

2022 information - Secret Sunrise is a global silent guided dance and meditation community. Using headphone technology, headsets are handed to you on arrival. Our accredited facilitators guide you through a series of music of all genres. Our public sessions encompass a variety of mindful practices, including meditation, breathwork, movement and dance. Each session is unique, often curated according to a theme that attendees come together to celebrate and are even welcome to dress up.

2022 information - Summer Family Fun. Fun Run with splash of blue colour - Fun Family Cycle - Golf Discus - Volleyball - Sand Castle Competition - Kick Boxing Tournament - Treasure Hunt - Egg Toss - The Story of Fire Show - Tug of War - beach put put.

2022 information - The trail runs and MTB routes will take you through breathtaking sections of indigenous forest, cool river crossings, mountain peaks with sweeping views and something for all levels of athletes. KIDS OF STEEL - Have a blast running, walking & swimming our fun obstacle course for 8-10 and 10-12 year olds.

2022 information - Since 2015 the Knysna Blues Festival has been both a celebration of the Blues and a ‘thank you’ to music fans and the bands who perform - a place where you can rub shoulders with your favourite artists while they enjoy the performances on offer. It's an event where you can catch up with old friends and make new ones. This year's event will be no different: Featuring 7 high-quality Blues and Blues-Rock bands - and some mystery guests thrown in for good measure (and added value) - the day and night of music and fun is set to be the best yet...

2022 information - Nature at its best can be experienced at this summer’s Corona Chasing Sunsets. With an exclusive line-up of artists performing, it’s time to unwind and relax. Artists: Tom Frew | Roz | Abby Nurock | Andy Baxter | The Disco Pirates | Floyd Lavine | Ryan Murgatroyd | Zakes Bantwini

2022 information - Get out your favourite bikini, slap on the slops you’re happy never to see again and prepare yourself for the boatiest Annual Float Day ever. We have been through so many Annual Float Day’s together, we have seen your best (and worst) performances and we have had the most fun. This is a day dedicated to celebrating summer and all the joys of the festive season. Forget about the world, grab your swim wear and something (anything) that floats and head over to the island.

2022 information - An island oasis awaits as Corona Chasing Sunsets returns this summer with a little bit of paradise to ensure you and your friends get a moment to unwind and relax in the magic of summer sunsets. Artists: Tom Frew | Roz | Abby Nurock | Andy Baxter | The Disco Pirates | Floyd Lavine | Ryan Murgatroyd | Sun-El Musician

2022 information - We are excited to welcome back the Plett Polo Festival on the 29th December! This year’s 18 goal match will be, Plett vs "Best of the Rest" place your bets because the competition is on! We would love for you to join us for a day of fun and festivities, so unpack your summer dresses and dust of your sandals and come enjoy a lovely day out at the polo with us. The day will be the same format as last year with a few improvements to ensure you have an experience to remember. The match will once again be held on the Baron field. There will be allocated picnic sites, around the field, that are totally self-catering.

2022 information - Knysna Open Water Swim (3000m) Knysna Lagoon Mile Swim (1650m) and the Junior Swim (450m). The Junior Swim is for 10 year old’s and younger and only the first 3 girls and the first 3 boys will receive medals. Parents and other age groups may also take part but will not be eligible for medals.

2022 information - The race works much like a raffle, where racers purchase a number. Each of the little yellow plastic ducks has a number. The idea is for the tide and wind to encourage the ducks to ‘swim’ along the water canal under the bridge. Two heats will be held and a final race with 20 of the winners of the heats. There are great cash prizes for the first four ducks over the finish line!

2022 information - Get Lucky Summer returns for the Biggest & Best NYE Festival the town has ever seen! Plus this year we have announced the exciting news that we are expanding to host a 3-day music, drinks, food & beach sports festival in the heart of Plettenberg Bay!!

2022 information - The beach walk and paddle adds huge value to our event as many of our supporters enjoy the easy walk on the beach. The paddle will depart at 07h00 - route goes toward the river mouth, in through the mouth, around a channel marker buoy and back - 10km in total. The beach walk will start at 07h15 - an easy walk over the bridge at the Beacon Isle Hotel towards Robberg Beach - about 1 km down the beach and back again.

2021 information - You will be given an A3-sized map of Leisure Isle. There are 51 markers around the island, varying in points value. Each marker has a multiple choice question you must answer. The further the marker the more points per right answer. You have one hour to answer as many questions and gain as many points as possible. The winner is the one with the most points. It's fun, it's simple, and we can't wait to welcome you.

2021 information - Walk or Run on one of South Africa's most stunning beach - Brenton Beach. The B2B Beach Run is a chance to get active, enjoy fresh air and give back to the local community. A portion of all proceeds will be used towards cleaning up the beach and given to the local NSRI Station. Choose your starting point (Buffels Bay or Brenton on Sea), choose your distance (5km or 10km), and bring your family, friends, even your dog for a great morning out.

2021 information - The event is primarily a picnic type scenario we are creating similar to the Woodstock Festival of 1969. There is a large undercover dance area or patrons can dance right where they are seated on the huge grassed area, so no fear of people sitting ontop of one another. We have 2 DJ's and 2 live musicians who will be performing half hour slots of music from the Woodstock era. IE: predominantly 60's and 70's plus some 80's music to cater for most tastes. To feel part of the Woodstock era, we are asking festival goers to don some hippie type clothing and enjoy the laidback 60's and 70's free spirited vibe.

2021 information - The first Knysna Santa Dash promises an evening of fun for the whole family, regardless of fitness level. The idea is a simple one – participants must dress up in their most colourful Christmas-themed clobber and walk, run, dance, or skip their way around a 5km course. A shorter, 1km Reindeer Run for youngsters is also planned. Post-race, an evening of music, dinner and drinks are planned at the Knysna Golf Club. And. to top the night off, Santa Claus himself is all set to make a surprise appearance.

2020 information - The series will be run over a period of 6 weeks at three different venues in the Bitou area . There will be two distances available at each venue with a shorter 5-7 km route and a longer more technical and challenging 10 to 13 km route. Covie - This hamlet above natures Valley will expose you to two of the garden routes world class trails . The 13km Run will have the best of the first few kilometres of the Tsitsikamma Hiking Trail and then head down towards the coast and run parallel to the world renowned Otter Trail. This will be a sublime route and I am sure will be spoken about for time to come. The shorter 6,5km route will also have the best of both worlds on a smaller scale. The Covie Community will be out in force with refreshments and eats as will the Roost coffee wagon be there.

2020 information - We invite you to Ouland Royale for A Night at the Opera with Dr Lisa Engelbrecht and Makudupanyane Senaoana in aid of Hospice Plett. Under the generous patronage of Wilja Reitz, Ouland Royale Baroque Barn will resound with operatic arias and duets by Mozart, Donizetti, Puccini and Verdi, operetta and musicals performed by Dr Lisa Engelbrecht, soprano/piano and Makudupanyane Senaoana, tenor, two highly talented and versatile musicians. A selection of canapés will be served on the lawns and there will be a bar serving a complimentary gin cocktail as well as a cash bar for wine and spirits.

2020 information - Explore the stunning Pezula Golf Course at night. Wind your way around this award winning championship course with views of the Indian Ocean, Knysna Estuary and the distant Swartberg Mountain range. The run is open to walkers, social runners and the more competitive athletes. Each finisher will get a Pezuia magnetic medal. Best dressed prizes up for grabs.

2019 information - The Plett MTB Festival offers the whole family an opportunity to get involved in the fastest growing sport in Africa. Three days of nothing but mud, sweat and gears, and of course more fun than you can shake a stick at, will see you spinning your cogs through farm lands and along coastlines. From young saplings to gnarly root rockers, the three-day festival is a celebration of MTB fun for "Fanie Flipflop" to "Rodney Racesnake". No excuses! Simply load the bikes and bring along the whole family for an event so exciting, you’ll be giddy for days.

2019 information - The Kia Beach Tennis Tour forms part of the International Tennis Federation (ITF) Beach Tennis Tour and spans two weeks in December. The four events that make up the KIA Summer Slam will all be ITF ranking tournaments and coupled with a total prize money pot in excess of $35 000. Summer crowds will witness some of the world’s best beach tennis players competing on our South African shores. It’s a fun and fresh format that is open to everyone, regardless of experience or skills. More than that, it is absolutely action packed! We look forward to seeing South African holidaymakers putting their skills to test against some of the best in the world.

2019 information - This event is designed to suit people from all walks of life and ages, including children, who enjoy or would like to experience different types of Yoga. A variety of local and international Yoga instructors will be available to teach, give guidance and support. Musicians and DJ’s from around the world will also be participating, enhancing the ambiance with their beautiful tunes and chants. Start your day with Sadhana at sunrise and end it with Shavasana in the evening. Come and join us to experience the very powerful energies over the Summer Solstice!

2019 information - Join Sedgefield locals and visitors at Myoli beach on 20 December 2019 for the annual MisFit NSRI Fun Run. Bring some energy, enthusiasm and fun and enjoy a family fun beach run.

2019 information - The ‘polo pony parade’, in Plett, is the only one of its kind in the country! It is held on the 20th December on the main street and is the lead up to the Polo International. The Springbok polo players will be in the parade. However, everyone’s favourites are the dazzling array of thoroughbred polo ponies along with the young children that represent the future of South African polo. If horses aren’t your thing, just come to support your national team!

2019 information - It wouldn’t be the Festive Season in Sedgefield without Carols by Candlelight at the Lions club. Grab a picnic blanket, round up your friends and family and enjoy a wonderful evening with your favourite singalongs and nativity play. Ensure you arrive early to secure your place and get comfortable. Carols starts at approximately 6:15pm and are finished by 9.30pm at the very latest.

2018 information - The Wedge in Plett has been the scene of the same-titled bodyboarding competition for decades, its claim to fame being that it's the longest-standing event of its kind in South Africa. We decided to make it more inclusive by inviting competitors in three categories, being stand-up surfing, bodyboarding and body surfing. The coveted King of the Wedge title will go to the guy or girl who does best in all three disciplines.

2018 information - The famous Garden Route will come alive with its very own traditional Christmas carnival! Garden Roots Christmas Carnival is an epic holiday festival experience for the whole family. Indulge in delicious Christmas fare with the whole family while being entertained by some of SA's top music artists. Shop handmade products by local artisans while the kids go on a pony ride or watch a puppet show. Listen to local undiscovered acts busk while sipping on craft beer and gin. There's no better way to get into the holiday spirit!

2018 information - Along the 5km Route, you will be entertained at three colour stations, two music stations and each music station hosting a Local DJ playing the best of the best summer tunes… You won’t need your iPod, because this event brings the beat. The 2018 series will also see three new event experiences unveiled to participants: a glitter start to get proceedings underway; a giant inflatable slide; and a dodgeball arena. If you missed out last year don’t let the sun go down on you, come feel the beat under your feet. Don’t forget all children under 10 run, walk, dance and skip for free at all 3 locations.