Saturday, 5 September 2026 | 10:00–16:00
Free Entry
The Cape’s beloved Waterblommetjie Festival returns for its 16th edition, with Rhebokskloof Estate joining Windmeul Kelder and Domaine Brahms for a day celebrating one of the Boland’s most distinctive seasonal delicacies.
Found in the Western Cape during August and September, the indigenous waterblommetjie is harvested for only a short period each year, making it a sought-after seasonal ingredient. It has long formed part of local food heritage, most famously in traditional waterblommetjiebredie, and was also used by the Khoikhoi for medicinal purposes.
Each of the three participating venues will offer its own programme of food, entertainment and activities, so festivalgoers can make a day of it and explore all three stops.
What to expect at Rhebokskloof
Join us for a relaxed day on the estate with waterblommetjie-inspired dishes, Rhebokskloof wines, live entertainment and family-friendly activities.
Look forward to:
• A special five-course Waterblommetjie & Wine Pairing
• Waterblommetjie-inspired dishes at El Picoteo
• Wine tastings and estate wine sales
• A specially created waterblommetjie cocktail
• Live entertainment
• Beer on tap
• Face painting, balloon twisting and jumping castles for the kids
Waterblommetjie & Wine Pairing
Discover a different side of this uniquely local ingredient with a five-course pairing created especially for the festival.
The Pairing
Rhebokskloof Chenin | Tandoori Kingklip & Waterblommetjie
Rhebokskloof Chardonnay | Mushroom & Waterblommetjie Arancini
Rhebokskloof Pinotage | Boerewors & Waterblommetjie Phyllo
Rhebokskloof The Rhebok | Cajun Sirloin, Chips & Waterblommetjie
Rhebokskloof Shiraz | Dark Chocolate Tart with Waterblommetjie-Orange Praline
R395 per person | Sittings at 11:30 & 13:30
Pre-booking is essential.
Book the Waterblommetjie Pairing via Dineplan.
Festival Dishes at El Picoteo
El Picoteo will also be serving a selection of waterblommetjie-inspired dishes during the festival:
Waterblommetjie 3-Bean Salad — R110
Waterblommetjie & Lamb Bredie — R195
Boerewors & Waterblommetjie Paella for Two — R385
Whether you come for the pairing, the festival menu, the wine or a family day out in the Paarl Winelands, the Waterblommetjie Festival is a chance to celebrate a uniquely local ingredient at the height of its short season.
Date: Saturday, 5 September 2026
Time: 10:00–16:00
Venue: Rhebokskloof Estate, Paarl
Entry: Free
