GEORGE NEWS - A crowd of over 7 000 is expected at Eden Xperience 2019 on Friday and Saturday, 13 and 14 September. Glenwood House School hosts this annual fundraiser which is one of Eden's premier family festivals and offers a host of fun-filled events for the young and the young at heart.
The flagship event, the George Herald Run with the Stars, is a timed race over 10km held in high regard by local running enthusiasts.
The race follows a scenic route through the Loerie Park and Eden neighbourhoods, starting and finishing at Glenwood House School on the Friday.
The 3km run/walk also attracts a huge crowd. Participants can dress up as their favourite 'Critter of the Night', and stand to win one of the prizes for the most convincing critters. Entries are available online at www.edenxperience.co.za.
Food stalls open on Friday and promise to keep festival goers' taste buds tantalised for the duration of the festival. The live entertainment on Friday night includes some of the best local talent on offer in Eden and the Glenwood House Beer Garden will be ready to quench the most persistent thirsts of festival revellers.
Over 7 000 people are expected at Eden Xperience on 13 and 14 September.
On Friday afternoon, the Kids Fun Park opens and remains open for the duration of the festival, providing inflatable fun for the young ones. The themed Little Glens Dash, sponsored by Spur, gives pre-schoolers an opportunity to compete for their share of fun.
The Xtreme Water polo tournament runs on both Friday and Saturday at the Glenwood House School Aquatics Centre. It showcases u.15 teams from the Western, Eastern and Southern Cape and promises an action-packed weekend of great rivalries.
Over 400 preparatory competitors from all over the Garden Route are taking part in the Hockey Festival at the Glenwood House Eden Xperience.
Three people can win a trip to Bali in the Pentravel-sponsored raffle. It includes flights and accommodation. Raffle tickets are available at www.edenxperience.co.za or at the event.
'Bigger than before'
Says Lacy Mentz, organiser of Eden Xperience, "Eden Xperience welcomes new associate sponsors Spar Wellington and Patio Warehouse on board. This year's event promises to be bigger than before. Glenwood House School is an integral part of the Eden district community.
Our talent and inspiration come from this community. It is our privilege to support our community. Our main sponsor, the George Herald, has supported the Night Run for several years. In recognition of their leading role in the success of our event a portion of all proceeds is handed over to the George Herald in support of their many charity events."
For more information about the festival and to register for the events, go to www.edenxperience.co.za or send an e-mail to edenxperience@gmail.com.
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