How much do South African’s love beer? 

A LOT!!! 

So, we bring you the first ever International Beer Day Music Festival held right here on South African soil. 

International Beer Day Music Festival, will be happening on Saturday 5 August 2017, at the beautiful Cradle Moon Lakeside Game Lodge.

The best local and loved breweries from around the country. Festival goers will get to taste hops from Darling Brew, The Brew Bus (an old VW van converted into a moving tap) will serve 5 Skippas, Eish Tea and Growler Brewing Co., Leaky Tap Brewery, RIOT Beer, Dragon Brewing Co., Hazeldean Brewing Co., Brewhogs, Drifter Brewing Co. and Garagista Beer Co.

Not only Beer but also the funkiest food trucks around; Snorting Boar Smoker, The Knickerbocker Ice Cream Co., Pizza Stroller, The Gatsby Station, Al’s Chuck Wagon and Coffee from Mobile Coffee Café.

Entertainment will be taken care of by some of the country’s most popular band’s, including SAMA winners GOODLUCK, Ross Jack, Crash Car Burn, The Kiffness (SAMA23 nominees), Monark, Keystate and Jaryd Smith.

The International Beer Day Music Festival will be a day of beer, food, music and friends.

Tickets are available from Quicket.co.za now starting at R100.00.

Contact: Edward Whitehead
Mobile: +27 (0)76-797-5137
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Website: www.internationalbeerday.co.za
Facebook: www.facebook.com/intlbeerday
Twitter: twitter.com/intlbeerdayfest
Instagram: www.instagram.com/internationalbeerday

BAR DI BAR, SECOND WIND 

Bar Di Bar, the original mobile craft beer truck is now on Jumpstarter Crowdfunding. The fairytale that started with the 1975 VW Kombi bar conversion has come to a crosrsoads, with no happy ending in sight. We lost our home and our brewery and have come to the people via Jumpstarter Crowdfunding to see if they can brew some magic. Let’s start at the beginning.  

If you Google “Hipster”, you’ll find several descriptions, but the one that rings most true is from Urban Dictionary. It categorizes Hipsters as  “A subculture of men and women typically in their 20's and 30's who value independent thinking, counter-culture, progressive politics, an appreciation of art and indie-rock, creativity, intelligence, and witty banter.” 

So one night, after sampling several of South Africa’s finest craft beers and talking about progressive politics, indie-rock, creativity blah di blah….the idea of a “hipster mobile” was born. What if we take something old, make it look new and add something cool? One beer led to another and Bar Di Bar became a reality. 

Fast forward 2,5 years and we managed to successfully open a Craft Beer and Tapas Bar, contracted our very own American Pale Ale (APA) and were 80% completed and on our way to opening our brewery. The universe had other plans and on the 22nd December 2016, disaster struck. The liquor license got declined, the farm we were on changed hands and we were handed notice. Blood sweat and tears and lots of our hard earned savings went into the project and now we are left with nothing. 

“I saw one of my favourite local bands, f@k#fpolisiekar, using crowd funding very successfully for the launch of their first independent album in 11 years and thought let’s give it a go.” Says owner Conrad Harley. “We have big plans. The brand is solid and really interesting and with a little help, things could snowball and we could see more than one Bar Di Bar in South Africa.” He continues. We have staggered the fundraising process to buy kegs, which then allows us to contract brew and distribute to trade.

We would then continue to target key events in Johannesburg and launch our APA up north.It’s not all about giving as we also created a fun and engaging reward structure for those willing to assist with level three donors receiving a “don’t worry, be hoppy” shirt for every R200 donated. The ultimate goal is to have our own brewery, so although we are not using this platform to raise funds for the brewery, it could just provide the impetus necessary to get there.

To get in touch:

Conrad Harley

Tel: +27731004716
E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Web: www.bardibar.co.za
Twitter: @craftbeervan
Facebook: Bar Di Bar

Towards the end of Mo'vember – when the moustaches will be in full flourish – join us for a charity fun run/walk through the Stellenbosch vineyards at Remhoogte Wine Estate as we give one final hurrah to the impressive 'Taches of the month. In aid of Operation Smile SA and The Lunchbox Fund, Signature of Hope Trust will be launching the inaugural Cashes for 'Taches 5km fun run. Your 'Tache need not be real; all mouth brows, face-grown or otherwise, are welcome. After a quick morning jaunt (or stroll) through the beautiful countryside, you can enjoy your first half-pint of Wild Beast craft beer on us in your custom Cashes for 'Taches beer glass (which is yours to keep!).

The day of family fun starts with the off-road 5km fun run/walk and continues with lounging on the lawn with your celebratory beer in hand. There will also be food stalls, a cash bar and a jumping castle for the kids. Everyone under 16 years of age can participate for free. Spot prizes will be awarded for the best Bro-merangs of the day!We encourage you to make a day of it by bringing blankets and chairs to picnic on the lawn but, please note, no food or drink (other than water, energy drinks and snacks for the race) will be permitted. There will be food and drinks (soft drinks, coffee and alcoholic) available for purchase on the day.

A first aider/paramedic will be on site for the duration of the race. Please follow the instructions of the marshals along the route at all times. In an attempt to reduce litter, there will be no water stations or bins along the route, so please bring your own water bottle or camel pack and keep your trash secure until the end of the race where bins will be provided. Secure parking will be available on the day. Facilities will be open during the event. Please arrive early to avoid the rush. The race starts at 9 am sharp, but try to arrive from 8 am to secure your parking space at the front (and perhaps grab a coffee from our on-site vendor). Dogs are unfortunately not allowed.

Disclaimer: All participants entering and participating do so at their own risk. Signature of Hope Trust and Remhoogte Wine Estate shall not be liable for any claims /s or damage arising or suffered either directly or indirectly from personal injury or harm whatsoever, including death, or any damage whether direct or indirect to personal or other property whatsoever, and howsoever caused. Furthermore shall, by doing so, be deemed to indemnify the above mentioned parties and their employees against any liability for damages, howsoever caused.

FUN EVENT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY – DARLING BREW BEER FESTIVAL

The Darling Brewery is hosting its first ever joint Micro Brewery Beer Festival on Saturday 2nd July, 2016 from 10 am - 6 pm in there wonderful home town called Darling on the West Coast.  

Come experience their great range of beers and six guests brands in their state-of-the-art working brewery.

Our guest Breweries:   Flagship Brew Berg River Brewery Garagista Mountain Brewing Co. Riot D'Cider  

FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY OF ALL AGES – KIDDIES PLAY AREA  

Live music all day Local and CT line up

Food stalls All seating undercover and on a first come first serve basis, unless you have pre booked a table of 8

ATM on site

Kiddies play area  

To list only a few of our band line up:  

• Brother Brother
• The Stone Jets
• Glyn Lewis
• Kashmir Live  
• Fun, music, eating, dancing, drinking, tasting, laughing, mingling  

ENTRANCE COSTS: R 75.00 per person, includes a branded DB beer glass  (seating will be on a first come first serve basis)  

or PRE BOOKING R 500.00 for a table of 8 people plus branded DB beer glass (pre Booked) (Tables will be reserved in your name pre event)  

If you would like to pre book so you get a good spot you can do this via telephone at our Brewery with the Manager on 021 286 1099 or email us on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

Don't miss out, come and have some fun with us on Saturday 2nd July 2016   More information can be found on our website:  www.darlingbrew.co.za