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Franschhoek Bastille 2024 Celebrations Postponed to New Dates: 20th & 21st July
In an urgent update, event organisers, following consultations with disaster and risk management, have been advised to postpone the Iconic Bastille 2024 celebrations to new dates, 20th & 21st July. This decision prioritises guest safety amidst severe weather warnings and anticipated disruptive rain this week.
"The decision to postpone was made after careful consideration and consultation with our structural engineers and safety team, who play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of our events and all guests," explained Ruth McCourt, CEO of Franschhoek Tourism. "The decision to postpone was not taken lightly, but it was essential to ensure our annual celebration lives up to the months of hard work that define it. With recent updates regarding the Level 8 Cape Storm warnings from City Of Cape Town, reaffirming our dedication to safety standards and delivering an exceptional event. With the wintry weather still in full force, don your wellington boots next weekend and let the fine wines fuel the usual merriment, despite the weather."
Franschhoek, in collaboration with global financial services business Prescient, is eagerly anticipating hosting another spectacular Bastille celebration. Originally planned for 13th and 14th July, the event will now take place on 20th and 21st July 2024. This rescheduling aims to uphold the festival's excellence and ensure an outstanding weekend of festivities for all attendees.
Known for its culinary excellence and world-class wines, the Franschhoek Wine Valley invites guests to immerse themselves in French culture during the annual Bastille commemoration. Attendees can enjoy wine tastings within the renowned Bastille marquee, indulge in local delicacies from food stalls, and experience a feast of live entertainment.
The new venue, relocated to the Franschhoek High School rugby fields, with the marquee as the festival's centrepiece and the recent decision to postpone the event has been made exclusively to enhance guest comfort and to ensure continued success of this iconic event. Whether dressed in blue, white and red or practical wintry attire, the spirit of Bastille 2024 will remain undampened. Whether adorned in the colours of France or dressed for wintry conditions, the spirit of Bastille 2024 will shine brightly.
* Original tickets are still valid, exclusively for the new dates and are not refundable.
UPDATED EVENT DETAILS
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Dates: Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st July 2024
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Venue: Franschhoek High School Grounds
TICKETS
R350 per person
General access ticket to the ICONIC MARQUEE includes a wine glass, ten wine tasting tokens, live entertainment, tote bag, and delicious foods and wines for sale.
20 - 21 JULY 2024
TICKETS ARE LIVE!
Ticket sales and entrance to the Iconic Marquee is restricted to adults only, and no children under 18.
A NOTE FROM OUR SPONSORS
Prescient is proud to continue our partnership with the Bastille Festival for the second consecutive year. As a South African business born of an entrepreneurial spirit, we are proud to align with an event that not only celebrates but also showcases local businesses and entrepreneurial ventures from the Franschhoek area.
Since our inception over 25 years ago, we have built a global financial services business with a presence in South Africa, Ireland, the United Kingdom (London and Jersey) and China. While our commitment to growing and protecting our clients’ assets remains steadfast, our foundation is rooted in fostering sustainable partnerships, with our origins deeply entrenched in Cape Town.
Through decades of experience, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, we’ve pioneered forward-thinking solutions for our clients. From global fund administration, platform and management company solutions to investment management and stockbroking.
As a proudly South African business and active corporate citizen, we believe that fostering economic and social advancement within our operational environment – through sustainable partnerships – is essential for both people and business excellence to flourish. As one of the world’s top wine destinations, with a rich French heritage going back to 1688, Franschhoek is testament to mastery and resilience – traits we at Prescient share.
