You’re invited to an unforgettable adventure happening at Reddford House, The Hills in Pretoria. Our annual Kleuterzone Kids Fest is scheduled for 31 May to 2 June, and it’s filled to the brim with award-winning Afrikaans and English entertainment, food and market stalls.
31 MAY | 09:30 | MAIN STAGE
Rondomtalie
(Afr) There's nothing better than a quality music production, and this one was made by stars: the king of children's rhymes and stories, Jaco Jacobs, and the talented Anna Davel, who wrote the music. She tells stories, sings her favourite songs, and Schoemé Steenkamp and the PuppeTrix puppets join her on stage.
Price includes general access to the
festival grounds.
31 MAY | 11:30 | THE PUPPET STAGE
Babah-Go-Round
A special theatre experience for babies between the age of 4 months and 2 years that is not tied to a specific language. Come experience seasons around the world with your little one in this show designed to engage their imagination at their own developmentally appropriate age.
This show is included in general access to the festival grounds.
31 MAY | 10:30 | OPEN STAGE
Lollos
(Afr) Lollos receives a glittering invitation: a ticket to the circus! The Lalaland characters are very excited, but then something strange happens and the circus master needs their help. Can they pull it off?
This show is included in general access to the festival grounds.
31 MAY | 10:00 | PUPPET STAGE
Kito Meerkat en die vriendskapsirkel
(Afr edition) Join Kito Meerkat and his vibrant circle of friends as they navigate the ups and downs of life. A heartwarming puppet show that celebrates diversity, kindness and the power of genuine connections.
This show is included in general access to the festival. Limited space available.
31 MAY | 12:00 | MAIN STAGE
Alice in Wonderland
(Eng) A fun and whimsical adventure where children get to enter Wonderland! This interactive show takes children along on the journey to the Mad Hatter's tea party as well as the Queen of Hearts' competition. Come enjoy the beautiful costumes, professional actors and magical journey – it’s the adventure of a lifetime.
Ticket price includes general access to the festival.
31 MAY | 13:30 | THE KITCHEN
Marinda Kook
(Afr) This year, kids are not just watching tv chef Marinda Engelbrecht cooking, they are embarking on a cooking treasure hunt! They have to find and mix ingredients to gain access to the Mad Hatter's Tea Party - and help Marinda make it a success!
Ticket price includes general access to the festival.
31 MAY | 11:30 & 14:30 OPEN STAGE
CJ The Clown
A Comedy magic show performed twice a day, once in Afrikaans (early show) and once in English (second show). Watch him entertain and delight children with a range of tricks and jokes.
This show is included in general access to the festival.
31 MAY | 11:30 | OPEN STAGE
Pumpkin Pop-Up
(Eng) Join the author, Bianca Flanders, in an exciting interactive reading of her brand-new book, 'Pumpkin Finds Her Beat' - with music! Sharing the joy of music through story, Pumpkin goes on a magical musical adventure, meeting lots of funny characters along the way. Make sure to bring your dancing shoes and finger clicks, because Pumpkin has a beat to share!
This show is included in general access to the festival.
1 JUNE | 09:00 | OPEN STAGE
Helenè Bester & Kristi Kat
(Afr) Helenè Bester and Kristi Kat visit the farm. This fun sing and dance performance is full of stories and ideal for preschool toddlers up to children in Gr 3. With newly adapted FAK songs and songs written by Bester, as well as the talented Righard van Jaarsveld as Kristi Kat, this is something grandparents and parents will also enjoy.
This show is included in general
access to the festival.
1 JUNE | 09:30 & 12:30 | OPEN STAGE
Lollos
(Afr) Lollos receives a glittering invitation: a ticket to the circus! The Lalaland characters are very excited, but then something strange happens and the circus master needs their help. Can they pull it off?
This show is included in general
access to the festival.
1 JUNE | 11:00 | OPEN STAGE
Pumpkin Pop-Up
(Eng) Join the author, Bianca Flanders, in an exciting interactive reading of her brand-new book, 'Pumpkin Finds Her Beat' - with music! Sharing the joy of music through story, Pumpkin goes on a magical musical adventure, meeting lots of funny characters along the way. Make sure to bring your dancing shoes and finger clicks, because Pumpkin has a beat to share!
This show is included in general
access to the festival.
1 JUNE | 10:30 | PUPPET STAGE
Babah-Go-Round
A special theatre experience aimed at babies between the age of 4 months and 2 years that is not tied to a specific language. Come experience seasons around the world with your little one in this show designed to engage their imagination at their own developmentally appropriate age.
This show is included in general access to the festival.
1 JUNE | 10:30 & 14:30 | OPEN STAGE
CJ The Clown
A Comedy magic show performed twice a day, once in Afrikaans (early show) and once in English (second show). Watch him entertain and delight children with a range of tricks and jokes.
This show is included in general access to the festival.
1 JUNE | 11:30 | MAIN STAGE
Liewe Heksie en die rolskaatse
(Afr) What happens when this famous little Afrikaans witch takes part in Blommeland's very own Strictly Come Dancing? Well, she'll have to learn to walz. Not only that, but there is the situation of the Yellow Witch who wants to steal the silver rose! Winner of a KKNK Kanna for best children's theatre.
Ticket price includes general access to the festival.
1 JUNE | 13:00 PM | THE KITCHEN
Marinda
Kook
(Afr) This year, kids are not just watching tv chef Marinda Engelbrecht cooking, they are embarking on a cooking treasure hunt! They have to find and mix ingredients to gain access to the Mad Hatter's Tea Party - and help Marinda make it a success!
Ticket price includes general access to the festival.
1 JUNE | 13:00 | MAIN STAGE
Pumpkin finds
her kindness
(Eng) Based on a beloved children’s book and now performed as a show that includes music, puppets and dancing. The mini-musical tells the story of how Pumpkin struggles with feelings of jealousy, and it was nominated for a Fleur du Cap award for best children’s theatre.
Ticket price includes general access to the festival.
1 JUNE | 14:00 | THE PUPPET STAGE
Kito Meerkat and the
circle of friends
(Eng edition) Join Kito Meerkat and his vibrant group of friends as they navigate the ups and downs of life. This heartwarming puppet show celebrates diversity, kindness and the power of genuine connections. Expect adventure, joy and a lot of laughter.
This show is included in general access to the festival. Limited space available.
1 JUNE | 14:30 | MAIN STAGE
Rondomtalie
(Afr) There's nothing better than a quality music production, and this one was made by stars: the king of children's rhymes and stories, Jaco Jacobs, and the talented Anna Davel, who wrote the music. She tells stories, sings her favourite songs, and Schoemé Steenkamp and the PuppeTrix puppets join her on stage.
Ticket price includes general access to the festival.
1 JUNE | 10:00 | MAIN STAGE
Alice in Wonderland
(Eng) A fun and whimsical adventure where children get to enter Wonderland! This interactive show takes children along on the journey to the Mad Hatter's tea party as well as the Queen of Hearts' competition. Come enjoy the beautiful costumes, professional actors and magical journey – it’s the adventure of a lifetime.
Ticket price includes includes general access to festival grounds.
2 JUNE | 09:00 | OPEN STAGE
Helenè Bester & Kristi Kat
(Afr) Helenè Bester and Kristi Kat visit the farm. This fun sing and dance performance is full of stories and ideal for preschool toddlers up to children in Gr 3. With newly adapted FAK songs and songs written by Bester, as well as the talented Righard van Jaarsveld as Kristi Kat, this is something grandparents and parents will also enjoy. This show is included in general access to the festival.
2 JUNE | 09:30 | PUPPET STAGE
Babah-Go-Round
A special theatre experience aimed at babies between the age of 4 months and 2 years, and that is not tied to a specific language. Come experience seasons around the world with your little one in this show designed to engage their imagination at their own developmentally appropriate age.
This show is included in general access to the festival.
2 JUNE | 10:00 | MAIN STAGE
Pumpkin finds her kindness
(Eng) Based on the beloved children’s book and now performed as a show that includes music, puppets and dancing, this mini-musical tells the story of how Pumpkin struggles with feelings of jealousy. Nominated for a Fleur du Cap award for best children’s theatre.
Ticket price includes general access to the festival.
2 JUNE | 10:30 & 13:00 | OPEN STAGE
CJ The Clown
A Comedy magic show performed twice a day, once in Afrikaans (early show) and once in English (second show). Watch him entertain and delight children with a range of tricks and jokes.
This show is included in general access to the festival.
2 JUNE | 11:00 | OPEN STAGE
Lollos
(Afr) Lollos receives a glittering invitation: a ticket to the circus! The Lalaland characters are very excited, but then something strange happens and the circus master needs their help. Can they pull it off?
This show is included in general access to the festival.
2 JUNE | 12:00 | OPEN STAGE
Pumpkin Pop-Up
(Eng) Join the author, Bianca Flanders, in an exciting interactive reading of her brand-new book, 'Pumpkin Finds Her Beat' - with music! Sharing the joy of music through story, Pumpkin goes on a magical musical adventure, meeting lots of funny characters along the way. Make sure to bring your dancing shoes and finger clicks, because Pumpkin has a beat to share!
This show is included in general
access to the festival.
2 JUNE | 11:30 | PUPPET STAGE
Kito Meerkat en die vriendskapsirkel
(Afr edition) Join Kito Meerkat and his vibrant group of friends as they navigate the ups and downs of life. This heartwarming puppet show celebrates diversity, kindness and the power of genuine connections.
Expect adventure, joy and a lot of laughter.
This show is included in general access to the festival. Limited space available.
2 JUNE | 11:30 | MAIN STAGE
Liewe Heksie en die rolskaatse
(Afr) What happens when this famous little Afrikaans witch takes part in Blommeland's very own Strictly Come Dancing? Well, she'll have to learn to walz. Not only that, but there is the situation of the Yellow Witch who wants to steal the silver rose! Winner of a KKNK Kanna for best children's theatre.
Ticket price includes general access to the festival.
• Zinplex Kids' Book Character fun! Join us in the craft corner for a day of creativity and fun using glitter, paint, crayons and glue to create a masterpiece built on your favourite book character.
• Enjoy our cosy reading corner for kids. We'll read fun short stories on comfy seats, giving children the chance to dive into exciting adventures and new worlds through books.
• A special puppet stage, including a show aimed specifically at babies younger than 2 years.
• An open stage with a lineup of children’s entertainment like CJ The Clown, Kristi Kat and Lollos
• An outdoor play area with a variety of jumping castles, balloon artists and face painters
• Market stalls with food, toys and more!
As an added bonus, Ackermans Baby is ensuring that any parent with a baby can change diapers in comfort at a dedicated diaper station - no more digging in a bag in a cramped bathroom stall!
Remember: tickets for main productions include all these benefits above of a general access ticket.
General access to the festival costs R80.
Theatre and music productions start at R120 and includes all the benefits of a general access ticket.
FREE access for children under 18 months.
Get your tickets today at quicket.co.za
We're searching for passionate vendors who want to showcase their amazing products, food, and offerings to a diverse audience. Whether you specialize in educational toys, trendy kids clothing, or unique food, we want you to join us and be a part of this unforgettable experience.
Our goal is to continue this engaging and interactive event, celebrating food, creativity, and community. As a vendor, you'll have a dedicated area to showcase your brand to the diverse Huisgenoot, YOU, and DRUM audience of families and kids. You'll also get the chance to network with other vendors and meet potential new customers.
We take the safety of our guests seriously, and we'll provide all the necessary information regarding health and safety protocols to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable time.
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be a part of Kleuterzone Kids Fest! If you're interested in participating as a vendor, please contact
Elodie Booyens at elodie.booyens@media24.com or 011 877 6067 with a brief description of your product offering. We can't wait to hear from you and make Kleuterzone Kids Fest a success together!
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