Celebrate Bastille Day with Franschhoek

The festival features popular traditions and activities of boules, the minstrel parade, kiddies' soccer, a barrel-rolling contest and a fun run. A farmers' market, craft market stalls, musicians and children's activities are also included in the line up of festival celebrations. For those wanting to appreciate French heritage in comfort, the Screening Room at Le Quartier Français will be screening French movies throughout the weekend.

The Food and Wine Marquee is open from 12 noon until 5pm, where visitors can sample a wide selection of cuisine, ranging from oysters, sushi, local and French cheeses to charcuterie, hand-made chocolates and salmon trout from the area. Tickets include a tasting glass and a complimentary booklet containing 10 tasting coupons at R100 per person and can be purchased through www.webtickets.co.za,