The ninth of August is an important day for all women in South Africa, as it reminds us of the day when thousands of women united in 1956 to protest the introduction of the apartheid pass laws for black women in 1952 and marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria.
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It’s a day to take time out for yourself and celebrate the power of women in all walks of life. Here are some fun ways to spend Women’s Day in Cape Town, Joburg and Durban.
Cape Town
Spier’s mother-daughter getaway
Spier is inviting moms and their daughters to spend quality time together in August. The Spier Women’s Month package, available for the whole month, includes a mani or pedi at the Spier Spa, tea on Spier Hotel’s sunny veranda and a complimentary bottle of Spier Secret Sparkling. The package costs R2 500 for two.
Steenberg by Night
During August, Steenberg wine farm is celebrating Women’s Month with a series of inspiring workshops. Steenberg by Night is curated by three inspirational women and comprises a series of different interactive themed evenings entitled Write, Illustrate and Blend, hosted by author Mairi Fisher, illustrator Carmen Ziervogel and aromatherapy expert Alexis Roberts respectively. The evening workshops, costing R420 per person, begin at 6.30pm in the stylish Steenberg Tasting Room Lounge and include delicious tapas, superb Steenberg wines and a beautiful gift bag. For more information call 021 713 2211 or e-mail reception@steenbergfarm.com.
Women’s Day Vineyard Walk at Benguela Cove
Pull on your walking shoes and start the day with a 5km walk through Benguela Cove’s picturesque vineyards. In addition to the fresh air and exercise, you also get to enjoy four wine tastings along the route and there’s juice and entertainment to keep the kids happy. At the end, you’ll be rewarded with a lucky draw where spa vouchers are up for grabs. Booking is essential and entries cost R150, which includes the tastings and a novelty glass. For more information and to book call 087 357 0637 or e-mail info@benguelacove.co.za.
Empower Me Women’s Day Lunch
Shimmy Beach Club is celebrating the ‘fearlessly fierce modern female’ and wants you to be part of it. The Empower Me Women’s Day Lunch will feature inspiring talks by experts in fields such as personal branding, finance and more; a two-course lunch; live entertainment; welcome drinks; gift bags and giveaways. Tickets cost R550 per person, a portion of which will be donated to St Anne’s Home. The dress code? Beautifully Bold … of course! To book, e-mail Janine@empower-me.co.za.
Women’s Day Meet The Brewers
Beer isn’t just for the boys! The Beerhouse is having a Women’s Day-themed Meet the Brewers event on 9 August, hosted by ‘The Brewmistress’ Lucy Corne-Dutie and featuring the brews of Hey Joe Brewing Company’s head brewer, Anja van Zyl. The beer will be paired with food prepared by Clara Bubenzer of Jack Black’s Taproom. Tickets cost R250 and are on sale through Quicket.
Leah Hawker Unveils the Stigma Around Breastfeeding at The President Hotel
South African specialist photographer, Leah Hawker, to present her latest conceptual series of work, whilst hosting a refined high tea in celebration of all women this Women’s Day. On Friday, 9 August from 11 am to 1:30 pm guests are invited to experience and discuss the unveiling of Leah’s controversial photographs and recently launched book, Breastfeeding 101, bringing women’s issues, identity and modern day gender roles to light.
This celebration of women is open to all, but must be booked in advance. Tickets are R185 per person. For more information or to book your spot, visit the President Hotel online via Dineplan or email events@presidenthotel.co.za.
Johannesburg
Women’s Day with Vanessa Govender
If it’s inspiration you seek, this is one to put in your diary. On 9 August, Carnival City is hosting a Women’s Day event themed ‘Wear your crown ladies – you deserve it’ with Vanessa Govender, journalist and author of Beaten But Not Broken, as the motivational speaker. Tickets, available from Computicket, cost R250 per person and include a high tea and lucky draw.
JHB Secret Sunrise
Secret Sunrise is having a Women’s Day event on 9 August at the Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff. Welcome the day by dancing to the music blaring in your headphones, followed by breakfast. The theme of the event is Super Powers. Tickets cost R275 for adults and R160 for children under 12, and are on sale through Quicket.
Rosefest
Award-winning singer Shekhinah is once again inviting you to be part of her annual event that brings together some of SA’s top female artists. This year, the lineup includes DJ Doowop, Moonchild and DJ Zinhle, to name a few. The event takes place on 9 August from 2pm at Nasrec Expo Centre. Tickets cost R240 per person and are on sale through Webtickets.
Ladies’ Night Soiree
Bourbon & Bloom wants you to bring your highest heels and heaps of sass for an all-exclusive ladies’ night on 9 August from 6.30pm. The ‘soiree’ will feature live music and a fun guest speaker. Tickets cost R350 per person and include a welcome cocktail and snacks. Part of the proceeds will be donated to the Mina Cup Foundation.
Durban
Women’s Day High Tea
To celebrate Women’s Day, Fairmont Zimbali Resort is hosting a decadent high tea at its OSA restaurant from 1pm. The cost is R350 per person. To book, e-mail dining@zimbaliresort.com.
Women’s Day Yoga
What better way to mark the day than with a bit of self-care? Hatha Yoga Bluff is hosting a Women’s Day yoga class at the boardroom at Bluff Eco Park. The class will be suitable for all levels and costs R70 (free for children younger than 13). Take a yoga mat, small towel and water bottle and arrive by 8.30am for a lucky draw before the class begins at 9am. Call 072 828 6910 for more info.
Women’s Day Expo
Strictly for women, this expo aims to inspire you to achieve success. The expo will be held at Stables Theatre and there will be a guest speaker, women-owned businesses and entertainment. Find more information here.
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