Heritage Day South African Braai & Sokkie Festival – New Westminster 2025

📅 Date: Saturday, 27 September 2025
📍 Location: Hume Park, New Westminster, BC

Celebrate Heritage Day with an Authentic South African Braai & Sokkie Dance Party!

Join us for the Annual Heritage Day Big Braai Bash & Sokkie on the Grass, a vibrant outdoor festival celebrating South African culture, food, music, and community spirit right here in the heart of New Westminster.

This family-friendly South African event features a picnic-style atmosphere, sizzling braai plates, traditional desserts, lively sokkie dancing, and fun activities for all ages. Whether you're proudly South African or simply love a great cultural experience, this is one Heritage Day celebration you won’t want to miss!

🔥 What’s on the Braai Menu?

Come hungry! Enjoy a traditional South African braai feast with a mouthwatering platter that includes:

• Juicy grilled steak
• Authentic boerewors sausage
• Tender lamb chop
• African-style corn on the cob
• Spicy, flavorful chakalaka

🥗 Delicious Sides & Halal-Friendly Options

Pair your braai with these South African-inspired side dishes:

• Creamy potato salad with biltong
• Peri-peri potato salad
• Creamed pasta with boerewors
• Halal options available

🍰 Sweet South African Desserts

No celebration is complete without dessert! Treat yourself to:

• Traditional malva pudding with creamy custard
• Cape Malay-style koeksisters with coconut

🎶 The Vibe: Sokkie Dancing, Music & Family Fun

Bring your picnic blankets and dancing shoes! Enjoy the sokkie beats, laughter, and a true sense of gees (vibe) as we dance and connect on the grass. There’s something for everyone:

• Live music & sokkie dancing
• Lawn games & activities for kids
• Family-friendly entertainment
• Meet the team from SAIC NPO and learn more about their work

✅ Good to Know

• Free parking available nearby
• Clean, accessible washrooms on-site
• Bring your own cooler box & picnic gear
• All ages welcome!

🎉 Don’t Miss This South African Heritage Day Festival in New Westminster!

Whether you're reconnecting with your roots, introducing friends to South African traditions, or simply looking for a fun cultural event near Vancouver, this Braai & Sokkie Heritage Day Festival is for you.

📣 Spread the word, bring the family, and let’s make this Heritage Day unforgettable!