Events and activities in the Free State

Explore Nature & Outdoors events and activities in towns across the Eastern Free State.

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14Nov

⌖ Ficksburg

Eastern Free State Open Gardens Weekend 1

Tour private gardens around Ficksburg; some feature plant sales and refreshments.

Nature & OutdoorsR30–R50 per garden

Illustrative photo by kev on Unsplash

14Nov

⌖ Bethlehem

Jordania Primêr Tuinskou

Garden show with local residents opening their gardens to visitors; more information to follow.

Nature & Outdoors

Illustrative photo by DOKYUNG KIM on Unsplash

21Nov

⌖ Ficksburg

Eastern Free State Open Gardens Weekend 2

Second weekend of visits to private gardens in the eastern Free State.

Nature & OutdoorsR30–R50 per garden

Illustrative photo by Low Angle on Unsplash

Anytime

⌖ Paul Roux

Holhoek Hiking Trail

Explore mountain scenery, caves and rock art on the Holhoek Hiking Trail near Paul Roux. Book ahead and confirm seasonal access with the booking agent.

Nature & Outdoors

Anytime

⌖ Paul Roux

Sungazer Pilgrimage

Walk the Sungazer Pilgrimage through the Eastern Free State, starting and finishing in Paul Roux. Arrange dates and availability with the organiser.

Nature & Outdoors

Anytime

⌖ Harrismith

Sterkfontein Dam Nature Reserve

High-altitude reserve about 23 km from Harrismith with birdwatching, hiking, fishing, windsurfing and scenic reservoir views. Reserve entry conditions apply.

Nature & OutdoorsEntry fee/permit to confirm

Illustrative photo by kabita Darlami on Unsplash

Anytime

⌖ Harrismith

Platberg Nature Reserve

Flat-topped mountain above Harrismith with hiking and mountain-biking routes, including routes towards the summit. Check weather, trail conditions and access before hiking.

Nature & OutdoorsReported free public access; verify locally

Illustrative photo by Timur Shakerzianov on Unsplash

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Anytime

⌖ Senekal

Senekal Bible Garden

Garden with olive, herbal and palm plants on church grounds.

Nature & Outdoors

Anytime

⌖ Fouriesburg

Meiringskloof Nature Park

Sandstone ravine, walking trails and camping.

Nature & Outdoors

Anytime

⌖ Clarens

Clarens Conservancy Hiking Trails

Waymarked walks through the Clarens village conservancy.

Nature & OutdoorsFrom R80

Illustrative photo by Timur Shakerzianov on Unsplash

Anytime

⌖ Clarens

Golden Gate Highlands National Park

Sandstone scenery, hiking trails, wildlife viewing and heritage attractions.

Nature & OutdoorsEntry fee applies

Anytime

⌖ Bethlehem

Lionsrock Big Cat Sanctuary Guided Tours

Guided animal-welfare tours and educational encounters, advertised as open seven days a week 08:00–17:00; verify availability before visiting.

Nature & OutdoorsFrom R150