The best things to do on Father's Day 2026 in the Cape Winelands

Thursday, 4 June, 2026
wine.co.za, Jeanine Malan
Treat Dad to a day in the Winelands he won't forget this Father's Day, 21 June 2026.

Dads deserve more than just socks this Father's Day – they deserve a toast in the heart of the winelands! From brandy tastings and live rock and roll to Sunday lunch buffets and hearty potjiekos, the Cape Winelands is pouring out the love this Father’s Day, 21 June 2026, with activities and events to impress every type of dad. Whether he's into outdoor adventures or long, cosy lunches paired with wine, we've rounded up the most unforgettable ways to celebrate him.

Father's Day activities

Live rock and roll with Albert Frost and Jake Gunn at Daisy Jones Bar

Calling all rock and roll-loving dads! Head to the Daisy Jones Bar in Stellenbosch for an afternoon of blues and rock with musicians Albert Frost and Jake Gunn. Albert Frost has long earned his reputation as one of South Africa’s finest guitar players. Wild at times, deeply controlled at others, his playing moves effortlessly between blues, rock and something entirely his own. Alongside him, Jake Gunn brings a different kind of energy. Known for his work on guitar, Gunn steps behind the piano for this performance, adding warmth, tension and unexpected turns.

  • Where: Daisy Jones Bar, Summerhill Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
  • When: Sunday, 21 June 2026
  • Time: Doors open: 13h00 | Show starts: 15h00
  • Cost: R170 per person
  • Contact: 064 968 2015 | marcus@daisyjones.co.za

Click HERE to book.

Golfing day with Dad at Hazendal

Tee up at Hazendal Wine Estate's world-class 18-hole Par-3 course for the ultimate golfing experience with your dad. The course has been masterfully designed, with large undulating bent grass greens and strategically placed bunkers, setting you up for a great short game challenge. While playing, you will not only be able to enjoy the challenge our course presents but also the amazing scenery of the Stellenbosch winelands surroundings. After your round of golf, unwind at the estate’s Golf Bar with a glass of wine and a light meal.

  • Where: Hazendal Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
  • When: 19-21 June 2026
  • Time: Fri & Sat 07h00 - 18h00, Sun 07h00 - 17h30
  • Contact: 021 903 5034 | enquiries@hazendal.co.za

Click HERE to book.

Clay pigeon shooting at Lourensford Wine Estate

Surprise Dad with a clay pigeon shooting session this Father’s Day –  a thrilling experience in the great outdoors he won’t forget. Set on their outdoor shooting range against the breathtaking mountain backdrop of Lourensford Wine Estate, Clay Pigeon Adventures offers exciting shooting packages, including dynamic, guided clay target shooting sessions in a controlled setting. Afterwards, grab a glass of beer or wine and something to eat at the Clay Hub.

  • Where: Clay Pigeon Adventures, Lourensford, Somerset West
  • When: Sunday, 21 June 2026
  • Time: 12h00 - 16h00
  • Cost: From R 575 per person
  • Contact: 076 349 2866 | info@clayad.co.za

Click HERE to book.

Brandy tasting at Old Road Distillery

Treat your dad to a brandy tasting at Old Road Distillery. Based in the heart of Franschhoek, it offers a wide range of premium potstill brandies which tell stories of the vineyards and traditional copper stills. Guests can tour the facility to see the gleaming copper stills up close and learn about the distilling process. Conclude with an immersive tasting experience, featuring delectable treats designed to enhance the quality of each spirit.

  • Where: Old Road Distillery, Franschhoek
  • When: 19-21 June 2026
  • Time: Fri 10h00 - 20h00, Sat 10h00 - 18h00, Sun 09h00 - 18h00
  • Cost: R550 per person
  • Contact: 021 876 2086 | ord.info@dgb.co.za

Venison and vino pairing at Peter Falke Wines

Celebrate Dad this Father’s Day with the sumptuous Venison and Vino pairing at Peter Falke Wines, consisting of a red wine flight paired with three hearty courses. The starter is biltong soup with focaccia; the main venison with green beans, jacket potato, and rich Cabernet Sauvignon jus; and dessert is classic malva pudding and custard. It’s the perfect way to treat the foodie dads!

  • Where: Peter Falke Wines, Stellenbosch
  • When: Sunday, 21 June 2026
  • Time: 12h00 - 16h00
  • Cost: R550 per person
  • Contact: 021 881 3677 | tasting@peterfalkewines.co.za

Click HERE to book.

STEEN at Perdeberg's date night for the dads

Fathers deserve a Date Night too, and this June Perdeberg is making sure Dad gets a proper treat at the table. Join them on Friday evening for their Father's Day Date Night! Sharing tacos to start, plankie steak with vegetables and fries for each person, and dessert to share at the end. It's a hearty winter supper with Perdeberg wine close by and no dishes waiting at home afterwards. Dad is really going to enjoy this one, especially if he’s the one usually standing near the braai while everyone else sits down first. 

  • Where: STEEN Restaurant at Perdeberg, Paarl
  • When: Friday, 19 June 2026
  • Time: 12h00
  • Cost: R395 per couple
  • Contact: 021 020 1626 | steen@perdeberg.co.za

Click HERE to book.

Father's Day lunches

Leisurely lunch on the Babylonstoren Farm

For a one-of-a-kind wine farm lunch, look no further than Babylonstoren. The farm offers visitors a variety of ways to spend time together over Sunday lunch: Opt for one of Babylonstoren’s farm restaurants, Babel or Greenhouse Restaurant; the cosy cheer of the Tasting Room; or an old-fashioned Boland heritage cuisine-themed farm feast at Soetmelksvlei. Whether it’s just you and Dad or the entire family, the farm has something for everyone.

3-Course family feast or braai-style lunch at Diemersfontein

This year, Diemersfontein Wine Estate is offering guests two distinct Father's Day dining experiences. For those seeking a generous feast, SMUL Restaurant's lunch features a three-course menu crafted to satisfy robust winter appetites. Think Thai coconut pumpkin soup, slow-braised beef short ribs, sticky toffee pudding, and more. Alternatively, guests looking for a contemporary, braai-style lunch can gather at the estate's brand new restaurant, ASH at Diemersfontein. Run by local celebrity chef Ashley Dokter-Mosotho, the restaurant will offer a curated sharing menu with a meat-filled braai plankie, crushed baby potatoes, green salad, and souskluitjies.

  • Where: Diemersfontein Wine Estate, Wellington
  • When: Sunday, 21 June 2026
  • Time: 12h00
  • Cost: SMUL: R395 per person | ASH: R380 per person
  • Contact: 021 864 5050 | welcome@diemersfontein.co.za

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Exceptional tasting menu lunch at The Jordan Restaurant by Marthinus Ferreira

This lunch is for the dads who appreciate exceptional food, fine wine, and time well spent. Spoil Dad with truly special lunch with Chef Marthinus Ferreira's thoughtfully curated tasting menu at The Jordan Restaurant. This multi-course lunch, paired with Jordan’s fine wines, is all about celebrating him with rich, seasonal flavours, unforgettable winelands views, and a relaxed atmosphere.

  • Where: The Jordan Restaurant, Stellenbosch
  • When: Sunday, 21 June 2026
  • Time: 12h00
  • Cost: R1 500 per person
  • Contact: 021 881 3441 | reservations@jordanwines.com

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Elegant Father’s Day lunch with whiskey and braai sharing platters at Lanzerac

Create timeless memories with the one you call Dad and share smiles and stories around crackling fires at Lanzerac Wine Estate. Start your special afternoon together by stepping into the warm Craven Lounge for a whiskey-inspired cocktail as a welcome drink. Then, head through to the Manor Kitchen to settle in for a feast. You'll get to dig into incredibly delicious braai sharing platters served to the table, featuring coffee-rubbed smoked short ribs, skottel-fried calamari, prawn and chorizo, and pulled pork braaibroodjies, with a whole spread of gourmet salads and veggies.

  • Where: Lanzerac Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
  • When: Sunday, 21 June 2026
  • Time: 12h00
  • Cost: R825 per person
  • Contact: 021 881 3441 | discover@lanzerac.co.za

Click HERE to book.

Hearty oxtail potjiekos at Middelvlei Wine Estate

Give Dad a break from the braai this Father’s Day. Gather the family, raise a glass, and celebrate the father figures in your life with hearty food, great wine, and relaxed farm hospitality at Middelvlei Wine Estate. What’s on the menu? For starters, there is braaied bone marrow with chimichurri and pot bread. Next up, the main course is oxtail potjie with herb stampmielies, roasted veggies, and pickled red onion and cucumber salad. The sweet ending is braai pie smores for dessert.

  • Where: Middelvlei Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
  • When: Sunday, 21 June 2026
  • Time: 12h00
  • Cost: R550 per person
  • Contact: 021 883 2565 | info@middelvlei.co.za

Rustic 3-course lunch at Muratie Wine Estate

Celebrate this special day at the rustic and welcoming Muratie Farm Kitchen. They’re planning an authentic Father's Day celebration where they’ll treat fathers to a hearty three-course lunch. With crackling fireplaces, generous hospitality, and a selection of beautiful wines to enjoy, it’s the perfect setting to gather with family and raise a glass to Dad.

  • Where: Farm Kitchen, Muratie Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
  • When: Sunday, 21 June 2026
  • Time: 12h00 - 15h30
  • Cost: R595 per person
  • Contact: 021 865 2330 | dine@muratie.co.za

Click HERE to book.

Sunday lunch buffet at STEEN at Perdeberg

The decadent Sunday lunch buffet at STEEN Restaurant at Perdeberg will be a warm and generous feast filled with homely favourites and rich winter flavours. Begin with French mushroom soup with fresh ciabatta bread as starters. For the main course, there is sticky pork ribs, herb-roasted chicken thighs, yellow basmati rice, parmesan potato wedges, Mediterranean roasted vegetables, and beetroot and feta salad. And for dessert, enjoy a classic sago pudding with custard, just the way Mom makes it.

  • Where: STEEN Restaurant at Perdeberg, Paarl
  • When: Sunday, 21 June 2026
  • Time: 12h00
  • Cost: R350 per adult & R175 per child u12
  • Contact: 021 020 1626 | steen@perdeberg.co.za

Click HERE to book.

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Golf at Hazendal

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Brandy tasting at Old Road Distillery

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Dad's date night at STEEN at Perdeberg

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Babel at Babylonstoren

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Lunch at SMUL Restaurant at Diemersfontein

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