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2027

Applications for 2027 are now open!

The Crystal Donna Roberts Bursary
applications are open!

explore the festival and find your story

7
Tue
10:00
ATKV-Boeke-Oase
Afrikaans
ALL
Toegang
R40
10
Fri
20:00
11
Sat
20:30
Kunstetrust Rep Theatre
English
18+L | V | P | SH
Toegang
R110
10
Fri
15:30
11
Sat
18:30
Kunstetrust Rep Theatre
English
16+L | SA | SS
Toegang
R110
8
Wed
13:00
ATKV-Boeke-Oase
Afrikaans
ALL
Toegang
R40
11
Sat
11:00
ATKV-Boeke-Oase
English
ALL
Toegang
R40
9
Thu
16:00
10
Fri
11:30
11
Sat
16:30
ATKV Wynand Mouton Theatre
Afrikaans
10+AC
Toegang
R220

The Vrystaat Arts Festival is made possible in part by:

Get ready for a most colourful gathering
at the Vrystaat Arts Festival Art Market!

We are transforming the festival grounds into a vibrant celebration of colour, irresistible aromas, unforgettable flavours, and experiences for the whole family.

The Vrystaat Arts Festival Art Market is the beating heart of the festival and a vibrant economic driver for the Free State. With more than 300 stalls offering handcrafted treasures, unique products, delicious food, and local favourites, there is something waiting around every corner.

Our new interactive Art Market Map makes exploring easier than ever. Search for vendors, browse by category, discover hidden gems, and plan your route so you don’t miss a thing.

Join thousands of visitors travelling to Bloemfontein from across South Africa and beyond to experience the diverse programme of the Vrystaat Arts Festival and the unforgettable atmosphere of the Art Market.