Wakkerstroom History Society

04/09/2026

In a few weeks we have reached 100 followers!

History is awesome!

04/09/2026

Tomorrow morning, Saturday 5 September at 10:15 am, Roy Elliott, Wakkerstroom Tourism Association (WTA) Chairperson, will be featuring on 93.1 Radio Kragbron (Radio Kragbron Amptelik) where he will be talking about the town and the initiatives the WTA has been taking in the past few months to put Wakkerstroom on the map as a premium tourist destination.

Listen at https://kragbronfmstereo.caster.fm/ to this insightful interview with Roy Eliott.

For the next three months Wakkerstroom will be featured on Radio Kragbron as part of a marketing initiative in partnership with Textbook Communications.

The upcoming History weekend will also be mentioned and featured next week Saturday at the same time.

The upcoming Wakkerstroom History Weekend is happening 23–25 October! Three days of heritage, music, storytelling, parades, markets and tours. Join us as we celebrate 167 years of Wakkerstroom’s history.

Tickets: https://events.thryve.com/wta/
Accommodation: www.wakkerstroom.co.za

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

Heritage. Music. Culture. Community. Wakkerstroom History Weekend — 23–25 October.

Wakkerstroom’s food scene is one of its quiet superpowers — a mix of cosy, character‑filled restaurants and passionate local chefs who turn simple ingredients into something memorable.

During History Weekend, the town levels up even further: expect bustling food stalls serving everything from hearty farm‑style meals and fresh‑baked treats to artisanal snacks, gourmet boerie rolls, decadent desserts and proudly South African flavours. Whether you’re sitting down for a slow meal at one of Wakkerstroom’s beloved eateries or grabbing something delicious between events, the weekend is packed with fantastic food and warm hospitality that feels unmistakably Wakkerstroom.

🎟️ Tickets: https://events.thryve.com/wta/
🏡 Accommodation: www.wakkerstroom.co.za

02/09/2026

The Wakkerstroom Tourism Association is making great strides in promoting Wakkerstroom as a premier tourism destination.

With annual highlights like the Wakkerstroom Music Festival and the Vleifees, together with world-renowned bird watching, scenic routes, rich history, and vibrant arts and crafts, Wakkerstroom already stands out as a significant small-town destination.

Living up to its slogan - "A small town where big things happen" - the WTA has now partnered with Textbook Communications, a Public Relations and Marketing company, to further promote the town and its unique events.

Tune in to Radio Kragbron on Saturday morning at 10:15 to hear Roy Elliott, Chairman of the WTA, chat about what makes Wakkerstroom a truly unique tourist destination.

01/09/2026

Happy Spring Day from the Wakkerstroom History Society 🌼

Spring has arrived in our historic village - the gardens are blooming, the hills are green, and our heritage shines a little brighter.

Wishing our community, visitors and friends a season of renewal and pride in our town, established 1859.

Thank you for helping us preserve Wakkerstroom's stories.

31/08/2026

Saturday at Wakkerstroom History Weekend is pure magic — pipes and drums, vintage cars, horse carts, Volkspele, dancers, fashion parade and a theatrical stage-coach holdup!

And the best part? The parade is completely free!!!

🎟️ Weekend tickets: https://events.thryve.com/wta/
🏡 Accommodation info: www.wakkerstroom.co.za

30/08/2026

During both the Anglo-Boer wars, members of the Wakkerstroom Commando played a significant role. In 1881 some were involved at the battles of Laingsnek and Majuba.

From October 1899 under General Lukas Meyer, they participated in the Battles of Talana and Colenso, to name a few. Notably, they captured 12 artillery guns from the British forces commanded by General Buller.

This battle became particularly infamous as Lieutenant Freddie Roberts, son of Lord Roberts, died during the attempt to reclaim the guns.

A small town with a big history.

Celebrate 167 years in Wakkerstroom this October.

🎟️ Get tickets: https://events.thryve.com/wta/
🏡 Stay over: www.wakkerstroom.co.za

28/08/2026

Wakkerstroom made history tonight by premiering the brilliant documentary, On Borrowed Land, a film by Kate Kendall Louw, at the Old Bioscope.

The documentary will be available on YouTube from the 1st of September 2026.