Family friendly

The Pastry Playhouse Festival

Sat Dec 13, 09:00 - Sat Dec 13, 09:00

Edgewood Avenue

ABOUT

South Africa’s first-ever pastry festival, celebrating the art of baking and creativity by bringing the community together. This exclusive event brings together families, food lovers, aspiring bakers, and culinary enthusiasts for a day of delicious fun.


Expect bake-offs, signature dessert challenges, pop-up pastry markets, workshops, and family-friendly activities; all designed to delight and inspire.


With only 400 – 500 tickets available, this is an intimate, limited-access experience you won’t want to miss!



Pastry Festival Rules & Regulations

1. General Admission

  • Entry is valid only with a valid festival ticket or accreditation.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Wristbands/badges must be worn at all times inside the festival area.


2. Food Safety & Hygiene

  • All vendors must comply with local food safety and hygiene regulations.
  • Samples and products must be prepared and served in a sanitary manner.
  • No outside food or drinks are allowed, except for medical or infant needs.


3. Vendor & Stall Guidelines

  • Vendors must operate within their allocated space and not obstruct walkways.
  • Cooking equipment must meet safety requirements (e.g., gas cylinders, open flames, electrical usage).
  • Vendors are responsible for keeping their areas clean and disposing of waste in designated bins.


4. Prohibited Items

  • No weapons, illegal substances, or hazardous materials.
  • No alcohol or smoking within the main festival grounds (unless in designated areas).
  • No amplified sound (music, announcements) without prior approval.


5. Attendee Conduct

  • Respect for staff, vendors, and other attendees is required.
  • Disorderly, disruptive, or offensive behaviour will result in removal without refund.
  • Photography and videography for personal use are allowed; professional shoots need prior permission.


6. Safety & Security

  • Follow instructions from festival staff and security at all times.
  • Emergency exits and pathways must remain clear.
  • In case of medical or safety emergencies, report immediately to the festival team.


7. Environmental Responsibility

  • Help us keep the festival clean by using recycling and waste bins provided.
  • No littering in or around the venue.
  • Vendors are encouraged to use eco-friendly packaging.


8. Liability

  • The organizers are not responsible for loss, theft, or damage to personal property.
  • Participation in activities, tastings, and competitions is at your own risk.


9. Competitions & Tastings

  • Contest rules will be provided separately; judges’ decisions are final.
  • No outside participation in tastings unless officially registered.


10. Rights of Organizers

  • The festival reserves the right to refuse entry or remove any person who violates these rules.
  • The program is subject to change without prior notice.


DIRECTIONS

The Pastry Playhouse Festival
Edgewood Avenue
Melrose St, Melrose Estate, Johannesburg, South Africa
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