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Discover festivals, markets, sports, adventures and more across our towns.

MMG Bethlehem Model T Ford Tour

Around 25 vintage Ford Model T cars tour the Eastern Free State from 4 to 8 November, based at Lavender Hill Country Estate near Bethlehem. Spectators can see the cars on local roads; the Clarens display on 7 November is the confirmed public viewing opportunity.

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⌖ Paul Roux

Uniondale Dinosaur Footprints

See fossil dinosaur footprints at Uniondale Game Farm near Paul Roux. Visits and other farm activities require advance arrangements; confirm access before travelling.

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⌖ Paul Roux

Paul Roux Private Museum

Visit the community-run museum at 31 Voortrekker Street to explore local history, Stone Age artefacts and Anglo-Boer War exhibits. Contact the museum to arrange a visit.

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⌖ 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.

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⌖ 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.

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⌖ Clarens

Clarens Art Walk

A free guided walk through Clarens galleries starts at The Posthouse Restaurant on Saturday mornings at 11:00.

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⌖ Clarens

Clarens parkrun

A free, volunteer-led 5 km walk, jog or run starts in Market Street, Clarens, every Saturday at 08:00.

Sports & FitnessFree

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⌖ Kestell

Kestell Dutch Reformed Church

Prominent sandstone church designed by Gerard Moerdijk and opened in 1928; a local architectural landmark. Confirm opening before attempting interior visit.

Harrismith Town Hall

Historic sandstone-and-brick town hall built in 1907, an architectural landmark in central Harrismith. Interior visitor access not verified.

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⌖ 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

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⌖ 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

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