| February | ||
| 24 - 26 | Garden Route 300 |
Rated by riders as one of the top mountain biking events in South Africa, this three day multi-stage race traverses 300km in three days, taking riders on a spectacular, yet technically challenging, journey through the amazing natural beauty surrounding Knysna. |
| April | ||
| 2012 dates to be confirmed | Knysna Literary Festival |
A celebration of reading and writing, including all genres and forms of literature, that not only celebrates the written word and stimulates education, but is also committed to minimise its eco-negative impact. The festival is ethically sound and embraces socially responsible principles |
| 5 – 9 | Sedgefield Slow Festival |
Set in the heart of abundant natural beauty, Sedgefield has for years remained poised for a social event that is a fusion of nature and the relaxed standard of life enjoyed by its inhabitants. Blessed with sea, beaches, dunes, lakes, river and a mountainous skyline it begs for an outdoors event. The Slow Festival presents a well balanced series of events to fit into the lifestyle of Africa's first official Slow Town. While most people live by their watches, the Sedgefield Slow Festival will offer the time to enjoy, appreciate and savour. |
| 2012 dates to be confirmed | Pink Loerie Mardi Gras |
The Pink Loerie has become synonymous with Knysna and, after more than a decade of sequins and celebration, the re-launched festival of 2011 saw the addition of an arts festival which broadens the reach and scope of this already popular and successful festival. |
| May | ||
| 12 - 20 | Knysna Speed Festival |
A relatively new fixture on the South African motorsport calendar, the Knysna Speed Festival has immediately positioned itself as one of the premier events on the South African motorsport scene. The festival incorporates a variety of events that not only benefit charities and provide significant economic benefit for the town of Knysna, but also offer exciting activities for participants and spectators. Included in the 2011 festival were the Knysna Motor Show, the Knysna Kart Grand Prix, Knysna Slot Car challenge, Knysna Soap Box Derby, and the Knysna Speed Festival Charity Golf Day. |
Renault Knysna Hillclimb |
Undoubtedly the main event of the Knysna Speed Festival, the Renault Knysna Hillclimb challenges drivers and their cars up the Simola Hill in the shortest time for their category. While the action on the track can get pretty hot and exciting, the mix of a competitive spirit and a lot of fun leave both the spectators that attend the event and the competitors feeling that they had a blast. | |
| June | ||
| 15 – 17 | Seriously Strong Rocky Mountain 20 |
Just like the Garden Route 300 – just not quite as tough! |
| July | ||
| 6 – 15 | Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival |
Guaranteeing you and your family the best ten days of your winter, the Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival offers over 100 sporting and lifestyle events and, with a bumper Young Oyster Festival program, the festival truly offers something to everyone |
| 2012 dates to be confirmed | Rastafarian Earth Festival |
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| September | ||
| 25 | The Pennypinchers Die Burger Karoo to Coast 100km Mountain Bike Challenge |
This 100km off-road race from Uniondale to Knysna via the Prince Alfred's Pass is definitely not for the faint-hearted! |
| 30 – 2 October | Naturally Knysna Festival Preview |
Having embraced the philosophy of becoming a town inspired by nature, the weekend serves as a preview of what to expect from the first full festival in 2012. Events that will be open to the public include a recycled instrument band competition, fashion show, music concert and the Naturally Knysna Trail Run. |
| December | ||
| 01 - 30 | Knysna Tourism Edge of Africa Beach Festival |
Summer, sports, activities, family fun and of course the beach are what makes South African summers so healthy! Now in its third year, this annual beach sport development festival presents a healthy day of sport and training for all. |
| 23 | Knysna Rocks |
Featuring artists like Johnny Clegg, Die Heuwels Fantasties, Evolver One, Elvis Blue and many more, the biggest Garden Route party of the year also offers drinks, food stalls and a shuttle service between Mosselbay, George, Wilderness, Sedgefield and Plettenberg Bay, as well as a safe play area for the kids. |
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