☕ Good morning, Durbanville!
As spring momentum builds across the valley, we’ve got a packed issue for you this week! From a major regulatory milestone for the nearby Cape Winelands Airport clearing the way for a Q4 ground-breaking, to fresh additions in our local business directory and a massive sports weekend headlined by the OUTsurance Gun Run, there is plenty happening right here in Durbanville and across the Mother City.
Grab a coffee, settle in, and let’s dive into what’s happening in Durbanville this week.
1. ✈️ Local News Brief: Environmental Appeals Cleared for Cape Winelands Airport
There is fresh momentum for the Cape Winelands Airport development at the former Fisantekraal airfield site, just outside Durbanville.
In an update released this week, management confirmed that the formal environmental authorisation appeals process has officially concluded in the developer's favour, clearing the final major legal hurdle before physical work begins.
Construction Target: Ground-breaking is now officially scheduled for Q4 2026.
Key Partners: Lead contractor WBHO is set to start ground works shortly, while Growthpoint Properties will manage the surrounding 450-hectare commercial and logistics precinct.
The Vision: A multi-billion rand regional hub featuring a 3.5km runway capable of handling wide-body aircraft, a boutique terminal, and dedicated cargo facilities. First commercial flights are targeted for late 2028.
Local Impact: The airport is expected to create over 35,000 direct and indirect jobs during initial phases and cut travel times to the airport for Durbanville residents by 30–45 minutes.
2. 🗓️ Specific Events Happening This Weekend & Week Ahead
Here is your comprehensive breakdown of what is happening in Durbanville and surrounds from Friday, 11 September through the coming week:
🏃 Big Cape Town Sporting Highlight: OUTsurance Gun Run
When: Saturday, 12 September & Sunday, 13 September
Where: Green Point / Mouille Point (Fritz Sonnenberg Road area)
What: One of Cape Town's biggest road running weekends!
Saturday: 17.8km Trail Run (06:30), 10km Road Race (07:00), 5km Fun Run (08:00), and 5km Pet Walk (08:30).
Sunday: 21.1km Half Marathon (06:30).
Road Closure Note: Expect heavy traffic and road closures around Sea Point, Green Point and Atlantic Seaboard throughout the weekend.
🍷 Durbanville Culinary & Wine
Drink & Dine Finale: Cattle Baron & Meerendal Wine Estate
When: Friday, 11 September | 18:00
Where: Cattle Baron Durbanville
What: The grand finale of the Drink & Dine Durbanville series. Includes a French 75 welcome drink, a wine tasting with the Meerendal winemaker, and a 3-course wine-paired steakhouse dinner (R650pp).
🍻 Craft Beer & Festivals (Northern Suburbs)
When: Saturday, 12 September | 12:00 – 18:00
Where: Starke Brews, Contermanskloof Farm (Durbanville Hills)
What: Eight top Western Cape homebrew clubs compete for the coveted WP Cup. Tickets include entry, a tasting glass, and live craft beer samplings on the farm grounds (From R130 via Quicket).
🎭 Live Music & Theatre (Durbanville Town Centre)
Johan Liebenberg & Gian Groen (Langpad Ballades)
When: Friday, 11 September | 20:30
Where: Die Boer Theatre Restaurant, Durbanville
What: A soulful acoustic performance accompanied by Matthys Maree on piano (R230).
Mel Botes (Digters, Wyn en Lied)
When: Saturday, 12 September | 20:30
Where: Die Boer Theatre Restaurant, Durbanville
What: A solo acoustic performance blending storytelling, poetry, and song (R180).
Jak de Priester (Sunday Matinee)
When: Sunday, 13 September | 14:00
Where: Die Boer Theatre Restaurant, Durbanville
What: Heartwarming Afrikaans music and stories over lunch (R190).
🌿 Outdoor, Fitness & Trails
Majik Forest Saturday Morning Walk
When: Saturday, 12 September | 09:00 – 11:00
Where: Majik Forest (Van Riebeeckshof Road entrance)
What: A relaxed community social walk through the dams and fynbos trails of Majik Forest (Free, register via Quicket).
Bloemendal Trail Park Weekend Rides
When: Saturday & Sunday (All day)
Where: Bloemendal Wine Estate
What: Open trails for mountain biking and trail running, with B-Kids play area and café open for weekend breakfasts.
3. 📊 Full Weekend & Upcoming Events Overview
Date & Time | Event / Artist | Venue | Details / Pricing |
Fri, 11 Sep (18:00) | Drink & Dine Finale | Cattle Baron Durbanville | 3-Course Meerendal Wine Dinner (R650pp) |
Fri, 11 Sep (20:30) | Langpad Ballades | Die Boer Theatre | Johan Liebenberg & Gian Groen (R230) |
Sat, 12 Sep (06:30) | Gun Run (10km / Trail / 5km) | Green Point / Mouille Point | 10km, Trail Run, 5km Fun Run & Pet Walk |
Sat, 12 Sep (09:00) | Majik Forest Walk | Majik Forest Entrance | Community walk in fynbos trails (Free) |
Sat, 12 Sep (12:00) | WP Homebrewers Cup | Starke Brews (Contermanskloof) | 8 clubs, craft beer sampling (From R130) |
Sat, 12 Sep (20:30) | Digters, Wyn en Lied | Die Boer Theatre | Mel Botes Solo Acoustic (R180) |
Sun, 13 Sep (06:30) | Gun Run Half Marathon | Green Point / Mouille Point | 21.1km Half Marathon |
Sun, 13 Sep (14:00) | Jak de Priester Matinee | Die Boer Theatre | Sunday afternoon storytelling & songs (R190) |
Fri, 25 Sep (20:00) | Blues Meets Classic Rock | Durbanville Golf Club | Richard Pryor Band 7-Piece Rock Night |
4. 🏪 Business Directory Spotlight: Welcome New Local Listings!
Supporting local keeps our community vibrant! Welcome to these local businesses joining the Durbanville Hub Business Directory:
PenCafé Stationers (Office Supplies & Stationery)
A local staple based in Palm Grove Centre, serving households, schools, and businesses with stationery, art supplies, and office gear.
📍 Shop 14, Palm Grove Centre | 📞 021 975 6085
Proud Nails (Nail Salon & Personal Care)
Located in Valmary Park, specialising in natural nail health, custom nail art, and durable premium sets.
📍 15 Jacaranda Avenue, Valmary Park | 📞 082 974 8686
5. 🏛️ Durbanville History Corner: The Pampoenkraal Roots
Did You Know? Before it became Durbanville, our town was known as Pampoenkraal. In 1836, it was renamed D’Urban in honour of Sir Benjamin D’Urban, and later became Durbanville in 1886.
The area grew around a natural freshwater spring and outspan where travellers and ox-wagons rested on the route from Cape Town into the interior. Today, that agricultural heritage still lives on across the Durbanville Wine Valley.
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Have a fantastic weekend, Durbanville!
— Leon
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