World's Apart / New Year's Eve, 2023-24
Sat Dec 30, 12:00 - Tue Jan 2, 16:00
THE RIVER / World's Apart, Bonnievale
ABOUT
"Everything turns, rotates, spins, circles, loops, pulsates, resonates, and repeats. Circles of life, born from pulses of light, vibrate to breathe while spiralling outwards for infinity. Through the lens of time and into a sea of stars and lucid dreams"~ Suzy Kassem
NOW IMAGINE THIS:
CONCENTRIC CIRCLES RIPPLE OUTWARDS ACROSS THE PASSING RIVER...ONLY TO BE JUXTAPOSED BY AN IDYLLIC BEACH-LIKE OASIS!
The RIVER'
'The River'/World’s Apart is situated in Bonnievale - a low-lying valley between Robertson and Swellendam, with the crown jewel being the Breede River that passes directly through it.
One can expect an intimate atmosphere that beckons for a unified NYE experience...whilst still enjoying the absolute freedom of the lush trees, flowing river and surrounding beauty.
After the heavy Winter rains the main festival area metamorphosed from a lush grassy embankment into a fine, sandy beach! Which is distinctly unique...and an absolute treat for festival-goers basking under the hot December sun with the Breede River just a swan-dive away!
Bonnievale is also credited with being one of our main exporters of wine, making this region a hot-spot for wine-lovers.
With another full orbit of our life-giving force (the Sun) we celebrate another full circle' experience upon this awe-inspiring planet. It is reflected in time & space...and within ourselves.
Making New Year's Eve a unifying celebration by nature - for all creeds & kinds globally.
This is our playground and opportunity to appreciate all of that for which we are grateful, and those who we hold close to our hearts.
Staying true to the love & passion which are the foundation of the brand, we place emphasis on the key ingredients that support an energetic experience…the right music, the right people, the right setting.
Connectivity is the cornerstone-around which we create memories.
FEATURES
5x Import Djs, 17x Homegrown Djs + 4x Live Electronic Acts
Yoga
Boho Chill Pods
River Lilos & Canoes
Swimming Pool
Sauna, Spa & Massage
Beach Volleyball
Tasty Meals Menu
Vegan Catering
Cheese & Wine Baskets
WORLD'S APART (BACKGROUND) https://www.worldsapart.co.za/
Worlds Apart is creating unique destinations where life is lived to the full, in harmony with nature and in celebration of the insatiable spirit of love and creativity.A global community of like-minded individuals who connect through the common appreciation of togetherness, nature, exploration, adventure, music, and serenity.We are bound by our values, attitudes, interests, and lifestyles.We are professionals, entrepreneurs, creators. We are world travelers, artists, visionaries, conscious humans.It is a place worlds apart from the congestion and stress of city life.This we call Life in Harmony.This is Worlds Apart.
https://www.instagram.com/worldsapart.theriver
The SOUNDTRACK
Awaken to the sounds of the birds and the trees, a sound journey at the lapa or yoga class...followed by a select curation of morning lo-fi & slo-mo electronic beats as the afternoon rays paint gold on your face and over the magnificent Breede River.
As day transforms to night our dance-floor department will span the various sub-genres of disco, house & techno.
This is the soundtrack for your 4-day gathering of unity amongst friends, new friends and extended circles as we turn the page of a new chapter. The music schedule does not run continuously - to usher in & create the space for an energised new day!
Import Talent
MARVIN JAM (OBSOLET/GER)
SESE (BAR25/GER)
DOBé (KATERMUKKE/GER)
SURPRISE ACT (KATERBLAU/VOLTAIRE/NL)
BON AIME (NL)
ALICE MARY (GER)
NICI NICE (GER/SA)
Live Acts
THOR RIXON (SA/GER)
LEEU (JHB)
SIPHE TEBEKA (CT)
Homegrown Talent
Barry Hill
Helmut J
Jack Ruby
Luke Taylor/JHB
Matt Blitz
Megan Jane
Mike Kennedy
Natasá/JHB
PJ Eales
Shylo
The Upside Down (Ashton & Hesselberg)
Zac Benetar
Zac Marx
Your THIRST
BYO drinks welcomed within the festival site, we will be selling non-alcoholic mixers, beverages & ice only.
(cash, cards & Snapscan accepted).
Your APPETITE
We have taken care to provide your varying dietary requirements with a selection of meat, vegan & vegetarian dishes (cash, cards & Snapscan accepted).
LUXURY CAMPING, BYO CAMPING, GLAMPING, FIXED ACCOM & AMENITIES
You will find all of our real-estate finer details on our website:
There are multiple showers & toilets on site and there is cell signal, HOWEVER we strictly encourage MINIMAL USAGE of cellphones on the dance-floor PLEASE!
TRANSPORT & DIRECTIONS
Insert 'World's Apart - the River' into Google Maps. The venue is 185km (2hrs drive) from Cape Town. PLEASE car-pool to the event-in the name of environmental awareness and limited parking space.
WHAT TO BRING
Sunblock, swimwear, beach towel, lilos & anything to compliment a warm day on the river
Your tent & bedding (accom type depending)
Cash & cards (food trucks using Yoco & Snapscan)
Colourful, dress-up clothing and/or accessories
Your million-dollar smile
TICKETS & GATE (250 TICKETS ONLY)
No Under 23’s (ID’s will be checked for spring chickens)
Tickets are sold online via Quicket and our website www.fullcirclenye.com
The access/gate to this event will operate STRICTLY between 10h00 and 19h00 ONLY.
Please TAKE NOTE of this and arrive early to maximise your escape from the real world...and into a world of Make-Believe.
T’c & C’s
Make-Believe is no longer participating in this event, and thus cannot be held liable or responsible for anything pertaining to, or related to this event.
Please note that artistic renders have been used to illustrate parts of the festival features & accommodations, as the land is undergoing a transformation and will only be ready by December.
STRICTLY NO: Glass bottles, Under 23’s (ID upon request), fires, illegal substances, graffiti, weapons. Right of admission reserved. Participation in the event is entirely at own risk. The organisers accept no responsibility whatsoever for injury, death, loss or damage of any nature to persons, vehicles or belongings, even in the case of negligence. Tickets are non-refundable.