| What: Baruch Community Carnival 2025 When: December 4-6, 2025 Where: Elsies River Rugby Club Grounds Entertainment: Live performances includes Waseef Piekaan, Allan The Car Guard,ย The OGs dance group and community artists Attractions:ย ย Funfair inflatables and family activities, Saturday Car Show showcasing local car clubs and enthusiasts; food stalls; craft vendors and community exhibitors, secure paid parking inside the venue ย Vendor opportunities: For vendor packages, scroll down. Info from 084 048 8000 or claude.jonas@me.com. Once approved, an invoice will be issued to confirm booking. Full payment is required upon registration Vendor sign up link:ย https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqXpm8asCQ6r1wf7J6u7Wy1raRJ1sQdMMLUZw3qhIaqqc9zQ/viewform?usp=dialog&urp=gmail_link ย ย ย |
The Baruch Entertainers is hosting The Baruch Community Carnival 2025, December 4-6 at the Elsies River Rugby Club Grounds and is inviting vendors to be part of this exciting event. Attractions include live entertainment, funfair, family activities, Saturday Car Show, food and craft stalls. See rates below. Info as supplied:
Calling All Vendors: Join the Baruch Community Carnival 2025
The Baruch Entertainers, one of Cape Townโs most respected Minstrel troupes, are inviting local vendors, small businesses, and food entrepreneurs to take part in the Baruch Community Carnival, taking place from December 4-6, 2025 at the Elsies River Rugby Club Grounds.
Known for their passion for preserving and evolving Cape Townโs vibrant Minstrel traditions, Baruch Entertainers, under the leadership of chairman, Claude Jonas, have become a household name in the cultural community. Their performances are celebrated for blending traditional minstrel music with modern creativity, earning them recognition as innovators in the Cape Town carnival scene.
Now, the troupe is extending that creative spirit to the wider community through the Baruch Community Carnival, a family-friendly, three-day festival designed to bring people together, uplift local entrepreneurs, and celebrate the culture and resilience of Elsies River and surrounding areas.
A Celebration of Community and Culture
The Carnival promises a lively mix of entertainment and attractions for all ages, including:
โ Live performances from local artists including Waseef Piekaan, Allan The Car Guard, The OGs dance group and various local community artists.
โ Funfair inflatables and family activities
โ A Saturday Car Show showcasing local car clubs and enthusiasts
โ Food stalls, craft vendors, and community exhibitors
โ Safe, paid parking available inside the venue
Event times:
โ Thursday, December 4: 16h00 โ 23h00
โ Friday, December 5: 16h00 โ 23h00
โ Saturday, December 6: 09h00 โ 23h00
Local businesses are encouraged to make the most of this opportunity to showcase their products and services at one of the most anticipated community events of the summer.
Vendor packages:
โ General Stalls: R3,500 for the full weekend
โ Food Trucks: R4,500 for the full weekend
โ Over 100 stalls available โ spaces are limited
The event welcomes a wide range of vendors, including food and drink sellers, craft makers, clothing designers, small business owners, and community organizations.
Interested vendors can apply by contacting the organizing team at 084 048 8000 or claude.jonas@me.com. Once approved, an invoice will be issued to confirm booking. Full payment is required upon registration.
Vendors can also sign up via the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqXpm8asCQ6r1wf7J6u7Wy1raRJ1sQdMMLUZw3qhIaqqc9zQ/viewform?usp=dialog&urp=gmail_link
Proceeds from the Carnival will go toward helping children in need, specifically providing school uniforms and essentials for families who cannot afford them.
โThis Carnival is about community, itโs about creating opportunities for small businesses while celebrating our culture and giving back,โ said Wendy Rhode, Executive Director for the Baruch Community Carnival. โWe want vendors from all over Cape Town to come showcase their talent and be part of something meaningful.โ
Baruch Entertainers is a respected troupe in the Cape Town Minstrels community, known for their dedication to preserving and innovating the rich cultural traditions of the Minstrels. Under the leadership of Chairman Claude Jonas, his supporting Directors and their passionate working committee, Baruch Entertainers have consistently showcased their commitment to excellence, creativity, and community engagement. The troupe is widely recognised for their unique approach to blending traditional minstrel music with contemporary themes, making them a standout in the carnival competitions.
| For more information and to stay updated on future events, follow Baruch Entertainers on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064154190561 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baruchentertainers/ Email: info@baruchsa.co.za |
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