2025 Festival Information
Where to Eat
Franschhoek is filled with a variety of wonderful restaurants and cafés. Since it's a busy time in the village, we recommend booking your tables in advance to avoid disappointment. For a list of restaurants, visit the Franschhoek Wine Valley website
Where to Stay
From boutique hotels to self-catering cottages and Provençal-style villas, there is a great variety accommodation to choose from for your Festival weekend. Be sure to book as soon as possible. You can find a list via the Franschhoek Wine Valley website.
Parking
Off-street and on-street parking is available within Franschhoek. A new municipal parking area is available in Dirkie Uys Street, right next to Hospice Hall.
Food @ the Festival Lawn
Founding sponsor Porcupine Ridge will be serving delicious pulled-pork sandwiches paired with their easy-drinking wine selection; while you lounge on their giant bean bags, under umbrellas, watching the festival-goers pass by. It’s the ultimate in festival fun and relaxation.
Food on the GO @ the Festival Hub
The Festival Hub, situated just outside the Town Hall on the main road, will offer on-the-go food options courtesy of Woolworths, for those needing to grab a quick-and-easy bite or coffee during breaks or between back-to-back sessions.
Coffee Stations
What is life without coffee! Grab your fix from these caffeine curators:
Woolworths at the Festival Hub
Terbodore at Hospice Hall
Exclusive Books Pop-up Shop
Find your festival reads at the Exclusive Books pop-up store in the Town Hall. Book sales also take place at each venue where a session is held.
Loadshedding?
All good! We have generators and back-up power.
Accessibility
All the entrances to our venues are wheelchair friendly.
Health & Safety
The safety of our visitors, staff and participating authors and guests is, as always, our top priority. We are following all the necessary preventive measures to ensure that the Franschhoek Literary Festival is a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.