Origin of the festival
Meyer and Beate Joubert had a vision 20 years ago to host concerts on their farm in the Tradouw Valley. From this vision the concept of Unplugged62 was created. The style of the festival incorporates great music, boutique Joubert-Tradauw wines, Deli Alfresco foods and Unplugged62 pouched wines in collaboration with Van Loveren. The Jouberts had a bigger vision for this year’s 20th concert: “Full circle.’’ as Beate puts it. She explains: “Our little festival has grown over the years and to make sure that it is of the same standard as major SA Music Festivals, we have now teamed up with the formidable team of Red Hot Events, who also head up the annual Up The Creek and River Republic Music Festivals.”
Gates open on Friday 7 October at 15.00. At 17.00 the winemaker, Meyer Joubert, will host a wine tasting (space limited, sign up on arrival) and an early evening spitbraai dinner (pre-purchase meal ticket). The blues-rock phenomenon Albert Frost will be on stage from 20.00. Then at 22.00 DJ Dirtroad will play those familiar 50s,60s,70s,80s and 90s beats.
20.00-21.45 Albert Frost
22.00-00.00 DJ Dirtroad
There are various activities to choose from on the Saturday. Go to the website www.unplugged62festival.co.za for more info on these, including the Van Loveren Breakfast with Christina, a 5km trail run/walk/cycle on the farm and another chance to attend a wine tasting hosted by Meyer Joubert. From 15.00 to 17.00 a Deli Alfresco lunch will be served to all festival goers – this (one) meal is included in the weekend festival ticket price along with a complimentary glass of Unplugged62 wine. The bands on this day kick off from 16.00 till late:
16.00 Hatchetman
17.15 Majozi
18.30 Manouche
19.45 Slow Jack
21.00 Nomadic Orchestra
22.15 DJ Dirtroad
End off the weekend on Sunday morning with the neo-classical music of Hezron Chetty. Chetty is a violinist and songwriter and performs the violin through a loop station. His style is fresh and he has a progressive approach to instrumental music. (9.00-11.00 Hezron Chetty)
All ticket options include a full weekend of festivities. Tickets also include access to on-site camping facilities, as well as a Deli Alfresco Klein Karoo lunch on the Saturday from 15.00-17.00 and a glass of Unplugged62 Sauvignon/Merlot (your choice).
A fully stocked bar will be set up next to the stage where visitors can enjoy tastings of Joubert-Tradauw's and Van Loveren’s wines.
Adults Weekend Pass: R750 (Joubert-Tradauw's Deli Alfresco Saturday lunch included in the ticket price.)
Kids 12 and over: R375 (Joubert-Tradauw's Deli Alfresco Saturday lunch included in the ticket price.)
*Kids under 12: free entry
Buy tickets: www.unplugged62festival.co.za/tickets-buy-now.html
Accommodation options: www.unplugged62festival.co.za/accommodation.html
Want to have your meals sorted before you arrive? The R62 Deli run by Beate Joubert is located just meters from the stage and will be catering certain meals during the weekend. Pre-book your meals along with your tickets or buy from one of the local vendors in the market area.
Spitbraai (Friday): R90
Champagne Breakfast (Saturday): R120
Farmhouse Breakfast (Sunday): R80
*All prices exclude booking fees.
Access to campsite which includes showers and toilets on wine farm is included in the weekend pass this year. If you don’t fancy camping then check out Cherry Glamping where you may book yourself a pre-pitched luxury tent. Price of R3,500 is for two adults sharing, kids stay for free (just bring their bedding). Email az.oc.gnipmalgyrrehc@ofni
You may also have a look at the website’s accommodation page for some local hotels, Guesthouses and B&Bs.
