Arts & culture activities in Agulhas
The Agulhas arts and culture scene is rapidly developing and it’s largely supported by the growing settlement of Struisbaai too. When you’re travelling to these small towns, it’s a wonderful experience to immerse yourself in the culture. Exploring quaint seaside villages truly makes for a memorable and unique experience. As a community that boasts an abundance of local talent, from painters and sculptors to clothing designers and other crafts, Agulhas holds a lot of charm. This is true whether you’re a tourist, or a long-time resident, be prepared to have a vibrant and unique cultural experience.
There’s a selection of things to do in Agulhas that are suitable for almost all ages and interests. From historical tours and art gallery exhibitions to weekend markets, crochet goods, story time at the local library and even live music shows. The presence of galleries, performance venues and community centres means that local artists are usually given the opportunity to showcase their works in these spaces. Many of the incredible pieces that can be found in hotels and restaurants all around the area are more often than not, purchased for a price at a local exhibit with the proceeds going to the artist or studio.
So, even if you’re an artist from outside Cape Agulhas and you’re looking for a weekend getaway or an easy day trip, there’s definitely something culturally and artistically exciting for you and your travel buddies to experience in this region. Showcasing a collection of mediums, that’s inspired by the surrounds and their life journey’s so far, you can expect a beautiful display of exquisite photos, song and dance or even sculptures and scripture, to take you through the shoes of someone else. Alternatively, many artists travel from across the country to showcase their own artworks here, this is made easy with the many venues and galleries here.
If you’re looking for a comprehensive venue to host an event or an exhibition of your own, consider one of these arts and culture facilities. Beautiful buildings that offer a unique aesthetic and décor, as well as on-site facilities like food services and bars, your next event can certainly be the talk of the town. With a host of support services readily available too, like accommodation and transport – your guests can embrace the Agulhas arts and culture, while being wined and dined in style. What better way to enjoy the local talents than to appreciate the abundance of this region.