Riverfest

Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of RIVERFEST!

Wander through the lively market, savour delicious bites from a variety of food trucks, sip your favourite drink at the bar, and cheer on the thrilling rowing action — all while soaking up the riverside charm along the beautiful banks of the Vaal River.

This unique riverbank event will be held over the weekend of 11-12 October 2025 at the Aqua Vaal Angling Club on the Vaal River.

TICKETS

Children under 12 years are free.

Persons over 12 years old are R80 per person per day.

Merchandise will be available at the event, please email [email protected] for options.

PERMITTED

Umbrellas, gazebos, camping chairs, blankets.

NOT PERMITTED

No food or alcohol may be brought into the venue. No pets or other animals - service dogs only.

FOOD AND DRINKS

A Beer Tent, Gin Bar, coffee stand, tuck-shop, and food trucks will be available throughout the event, including the sale of beverages, Bacon & Egg rolls, Prego rolls, Burgers, 'Wors rolls, sweets & snacks.

SEATING

The venue has large, shaded areas, so bring your picnic blankets and enjoy the market, food court, tuck-shop, and bars; as well as watch the racing of the rowing regatta. The regatta provides plenty of seating area for spectators, so bring your gazebos, blankets, and/or camping chairs.

WEATHER

In the event of inclement weather, the President of the Jury shall make all decisions with regards to safety, and whether racing should proceed as per the events schedule. If the regatta is delayed, event times shall be rescheduled to include earlier and/or later times of racing on the remaining day/s of the regatta in order to complete all events. In the event of lightning, athletes, spectators, and attendees will be advised to seek refuge in busses and cars until the lightning is declared safe.

VENUE

Aqua Vaal Angling Club (Adjacent to Lethabo Power Station), Dihlabakela Road, Vaal River.

CONTACT

For further information, please contact [email protected].