Wine & Wild Festival

Wine & Wild Festival is where South Africa’s love for wine, wild flavour and outdoor living comes alive. Set on the iconic grounds of Kenilworth Racecourse, this is a bold, immersive weekend that blends fine wine, venison and game tastings, live entertainment and equestrian heritage into one unforgettable experience. The festival invites you to step out of the city and into an open, energetic environment designed for discovery and connection. The wide racing fields, natural flow of the venue and equestrian backdrop create space to explore at your own pace. Glasses clink, fires crackle, music carries across the grounds and the weekend unfolds without rush. At the heart of Wine & Wild Festival is a carefully curated wine experience. A wide selection of South African wine estates offer tastings, bottles to take home and the chance to engage directly with the people behind the labels. Wine is enjoyed outdoors, under open skies, in a relaxed and social setting that encourages conversation and exploration rather than formality. The wild side of the festival comes through boldly in its food and tasting experiences. Venison and game-based offerings take centre stage, giving guests access to flavours rooted in South Africa’s hunting and culinary heritage. From tastings to premium take-home products, the festival allows visitors to experience the wild and leave with a tangible piece of it to enjoy later. The festival fully embraces the equestrian character of the venue, weaving horse activities, demonstrations and visual elements into the experience. This horse-driven atmosphere adds movement, heritage and spectacle, setting Wine & Wild Festival apart from conventional food and wine events. Live music and entertainment run throughout the weekend, providing energy without overpowering the experience. Alongside this, a curated mix of lifestyle exhibitors, artisan crafts, family-friendly spaces and interactive areas creates a festival that feels layered rather than crowded. Wine & Wild Festival is premium without being pretentious, immersive without being overwhelming. It welcomes wine lovers, food explorers, families and groups of friends looking for a full-day experience that feels considered, authentic and distinctly South African. Arrive, taste, explore, sit, eat and enjoy. Wine & Wild Festival is a weekend escape without leaving Cape Town. A place where wine meets the wild, heritage meets modern culture and memories are made to last.