The annual Bloem Show returns to the calendar after being called off in 2020 and 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Prior to this, the event had only been cancelled during the Second World War, from 1939 to 1945.
This year’s edition will be the 137th since its inception in 1883.
Plans are afoot to present the show in Bloemfontein from 27 April to 7 May.
According to Elmarie Prinsloo, chief executive officer, the organisers of large shows, as well as those of sporting and other events, are awaiting Covid-19 regulations to be adjusted to allow for crowds that utilise up to 50% of a venue’s capacity. This will be in adaptation of the current maximum of 2 000 people for outdoor events and 1 000 for indoor gatherings. Any conditions on attendance will be announced jointly.
Bloem Show still holds unquestionable economic and financial viability to the benefit of the city, its residents and the economy of the Free State.
“Visitors, exhibitors, participants and agricultural exhibitors are looking forward to the show with incredible excitement,” says Prinsloo.
“Thus far, feedback has been positive.”
The jam-packed entertainment programme has already been confirmed, with artists such as Elvis Blue, Karen Zoid, LeGoody, DJ’s Press, Spoegwolf, Early B and Lollos.
