While every day should be a celebration of the incredible women in your life, each year on 9 August we come together to celebrate the brave women that marched on this day in 1956 to petition against legislation that required African persons to carry the ‘pass’.
Whether you’re opting to honour women of the past, present or future, here are a few exciting events to help you celebrate:
Beach yoga and an icy swim:
There’s nothing that tests your bravery quite like taking a dip in the icy Atlantic Ocean. Join Prana Love, a small yoga studio in Blouberg, as they celebrate women by offering a free yoga session on Blouberg beach, followed by a swim in the ocean.
If you’re a busy mom looking for some me-time or an overworked sister or daughter looking to take a breath and get in touch with yourself, this is a nourishing event that will help revitalise mind, body and soul.
- Location: Small Bay Park
- Time: 9:30am
For more information, head to their Facebook page.
A breezy Women’s Day race
Join a “Sea of Pink” as runners and walkers from all walks of life participate in the Totalsports Women’s Race Cape Town. Considered one of South Africa’s largest Nationwide Women’s Day Celebration, the race has been around for nearly two decades with 5 to 10km races available.
- Location: Darling Street, Cape Town
- Time: 08:00am
If you’d love to find out how you can join, visit their website and Facebook page.
Celebrate by setting sail
If you’re looking for a unique way to raise a glass for women, why not set sail with Mirage and their Women’s Day Cruise. Enjoy the open waters of Cape Town and the incredible views of Table Mountain with a 1.5-hour cruise – cocktail included!
- Location: Pierhead, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
- Time: 2:30pm – 4:30 pm
To book your tickets or for more information, visit Quicket.
Sun, sea and art
If you’re looking to soak up more than just the gorgeous Cape Town sun, then make sure you head to the seaside escape of Noordhoek for a thoughtful curation of inspiring women-led, local businesses, art and music. Noordhoek Art Point is set to host over 15 local, small-to-medium-sized businesses with unique products and services. Natural curling products, jewellery, and curling kits.
- Location: 16 Noordhoek Main Road, Noordhoek
- Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Make sure you visit their Facebook page for more information.
Boschendal’s celebration of extraordinary women
One day isn’t enough to celebrate all the amazing women that South Africa is home to. In fact, why not celebrate the entire month? The Western Cape’s favourite wine estate, Boschendal, is celebrating women with a day filled with art tours, panel discussions, laughing yoga and a mini-market offering some much-needed retail therapy.
There will be plenty of exciting activities to get up to, so make sure you purchase your ticket ASAP. Visit their website for more information or contact [email protected].
- Location: Boschendal Wine Estate, Helshoogte Rd (R310), Pniel, Franschhoek
- Time: 10:00am to 2:00pm
- Cost: R280
- Date: 13 August
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