Celebrating its 40th year anniversary, the Kernewek Loewender is expected to draw more visitors from May 20 to May 26. This is expected of the festival every year. People who want to experience the immersion of historic and cultural events, sumptuous delicacies and hearty drinks make it a point to attend the upcoming celebration. The nice thing about this festival is it unites different nationalities and citizens. Whether the people are from the area or from overseas, they unite for one cause and that is to join in the most-awaited festivity every year.
To keep you updated on what you should not miss out in this year, here are some of the highlights of the festival. Before you run out of the best deals for the occasion, book your Yorke Peninsula accommodation now.
Dressing the Graves. As the title of the event says, this activity will indeed be held in cemeteries specifically the Kadina, Wallaroo, and Moonta cemeteries. These places are the graves of the original settlers hence the chosen place for the occasion. Midwives, miners, fishermen, farmers, explorers, nurses, sea captains, soldiers and horsemen will be honored for being pioneers of the land. They will be offered petal by school children who will be dressed in period costumes. There will be citation, choir and band music throughout the event.
RAA Cavalcade of Cars and Motor Cycles. This is the most awaited event for people who are into vintage cars. This activity will feature a parade of veteran, vintage, and classic vehicles and motorcycles. You will be amazed as these cars not less than 30 years old will take the path from Wallaroo to Moonta to Kadina in perfect condition.
Seafood Extravaganza and Poetry & Prose Night. For tourists looking forward to the food and drinks during the occasion, this is another thing to get excited about. With family and friends, enjoy the seafood courses and other delectable local cuisines that will be served during dinner. As you partake of the food, expect most celebrated poets a writer reading their works.