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Everything you need to know about the Great South African Gin Festival in Cape Town

The Great South African Gin Festival is coming to Cape Town in October where juniper-lovers can indulge in a huge selection of gins from around the world.

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The Great South African Gin Festival is set to satisfy all juniper-lovers out there!

When is the Great South African Gin Festival in Cape Town taking place?

The Great South African Gin Festival is set to run over two days in Cape Town at the Castle of Good Hope from 11 to 12 October 2019.

With a selection of gins from around the world, live cocktail demos talks from industry experts, and live acoustic music, it is no wonder that the Great South African Gin Festival is regarded as South Africa’s biggest gin festival!

What to expect at the Great South African Gin Festival:

  • 100 different gins from around the world
  • The best brands showcasing their gin (and offering samples)
  • The opportunity for you to purchase your favourite bottles
  • Live cocktail demos, talks and presentations from the experts
  • Live entertainment from the finest acoustic acts
  • Free ‘Book of Gin’ for everyone who attends
  • Free Gin glass for everyone who attends

Festival-goers should remember that there are three different sessions for this event, where each session is 4 hours long. Choose your session from the list below, and click on the ticket link to purchase your ticket:

  • Friday 28th June 19:00 – 23:00
  • Saturday 29th June 13:00 – 17:00
  • Saturday 29th June 18:00 – 22:00

Only over 18’s will be allowed into the event. You will need to show proof of age when entering this event.

Make sure to get your tickets over here:

Special Note:

The festival was set to take place on 28 and 29 June 2019, but organizers changed it to the dates above.

If you have purchased a ticket it will automatically be transferred over to the corresponding day in October.

Any current ticket holders that do not want a refund will also be given a drinks voucher for two free gin mixers of your choice!

If you cannot attend and would like a refund please contact hello@theshift.marketing and they will process this for you.