Events and activities in the Free State
Discover festivals, markets, sports, adventures and more across our towns.
12NovIonia Cherry Crop Celebration 2026
Cherry picking, orchard tours, food, live music and craft stalls.
12NovSandstone Cherry Steam Festival 2026
Steam train rides, heritage vehicles, military displays, craft and food stalls. Gate times vary by day.
Eastern Free State Open Gardens Weekend 1
Tour private gardens around Ficksburg; some feature plant sales and refreshments.
Jordania Primêr Tuinskou
Garden show with local residents opening their gardens to visitors; more information to follow.
Cherry Cup Soccer Tournament
Soccer tournament with Free State and Lesotho teams and entertainment.
Cherry Youth Music Festival After Party
Music celebration following Cherry Cup soccer tournament; runs overnight.
15NovUltimate Soul & R & B
Soul and R&B music session featuring Semito, DJ Young, DJ Skuzabell and others. Ticket page advertises midnight–14:00; verify unusual start time with organiser.
Oud-Skoliere Rugby Golf Day
2 Ball American Scramble; enquiries Talla van Graan 071 385 6923 or Werner Maree 082 330 603.
Eastern Free State Open Gardens Weekend 2
Second weekend of visits to private gardens in the eastern Free State.
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.
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.