George Municipality Engages Local Businesses Ahead of George Festival 2025
Seated from left Godfrey Louw, Municipal Manager, Executive Mayor of George Jackie von Brandis and Western Cape Minister for Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie address business owners located around Unity Park, York Street.
Executive Mayor Jackie von Brandis, together with Municipal Manager Godfrey Louw and Western Cape MEC for Cultural Affairs and Sport, Recardo Mackenzie, met with local business owners whose businesses are located around Unity Park in York Street last week, to discuss logistics and road closures for the upcoming George Festival 2025, taking place from 13 to 16 December.
The meeting formed part of the George Municipality’s commitment to maintaining strong partnerships with local stakeholders and ensuring minimal disruption to business operations during the festival. Businesses were briefed on planned road closures, alternative access routes, and opportunities to participate in the celebration.
“The George Festival will transform our city into a vibrant celebration of light, culture, and community. From dazzling illuminations to music, art, and sport — every corner of George will come alive with energy and pride,” said Executive Mayor Jackie von Brandis. “This is more than a festival; it’s a historic moment that showcases who we are as a city — creative, united, and full of potential.
We know there will be temporary changes to roads and routines, but the opportunity this festival brings to our businesses, residents, and visitors is extraordinary. Together, we can turn this event into a lasting legacy for George — one that boosts our local economy, celebrates our people, and puts our city firmly on the map as the heart of the Garden Route.”
The George Festival 2025, hosted by the George Municipality in partnership with the Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, promises four days of family-friendly entertainment, performances, and community pride.
Further updates will be available on the George Municipality and DCAS websites, as well as on their official social media platforms.
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GEORGE MUNICIPALITY https://www.facebook.com/george.municipality: https://x.com/george_mun : https://www.instagram.com/municipality_george_insta/: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaRHVS9HAdNXTJPKis3k
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