Culture, Comfort & Campervans: 6 Festivals for the Silver Generation

With more time to travel and a taste for cultural depth and slow discovery, the silver generation is rewriting what roadtrips look like. Here are six campervan-friendly festivals that blend comfort, culture, scenery and charm — no mosh pit required.

1. Wine Festivals in the Stellenbosch Region (SA)

18–19 January 2025 & 5–6 April 2025

South Africa’s Cape Winelands host multiple iconic wine events perfect for campervan travellers. The Stellenbosch Wine Festival in January features tastings from the region’s top wineries, gourmet food stalls, and live music, while the Pinotage & Biltong Festival in April pairs South Africa’s signature red varietal with its favourite snack. Both festivals offer a relaxed, vineyard-side atmosphere ideal for scenic camping and slow discovery.

Combine it with: A drive along the Whale Coast, wildflowers in the Cederberg, or the mountain passes of Franschhoek.

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2. Marlborough Wine & Food Festival (NZ)

8 February 2025

Held in New Zealand’s Sauvignon Blanc capital, this elegant festival offers tastings from 40+ wineries, fresh regional cuisine, chef demos, and mellow acoustic music. All hosted in a single, beautiful vineyard setting.

Combine it with: A campervan journey through the Marlborough Sounds, the beaches of Nelson, and Abel Tasman National Park.

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3. Jazz in Tübingen (DE)

Early August 2025 (TBC)

Set in a charming medieval town on the Neckar River, this laid-back festival features open-air jazz concerts, riverside stages, and a tranquil pace. The perfect mix of soulful music and storybook architecture.

Combine it with: A drive through the Black Forest, lakeside stops at Lake Constance, and a stretch through the Swabian Alps.

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4. Taste of Dublin (IE)

12-15 June 2025

Ireland’s best food festival brings together Michelin-starred chefs, artisan producers, and live entertainment in a leafy Georgian park. Sample whiskey, oysters, and fine cheeses while soaking in the city’s charm.

Combine it with: A scenic detour through Wicklow’s hills, coastal drives to Waterford or Wexford, or a westward journey to Galway.

5. Festival Internacional Cervantino (MX)

October 2025

This world-renowned cultural festival in Guanajuato features classical concerts, Latin American theatre, dance, and literary events in vibrant colonial surroundings. The setting is as colourful as the programming.

Combine it with: Exploring San Miguel de Allende, a drive to the highland hot springs of Aguascalientes, or visiting Mexico City’s museums and markets.

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6. Edinburgh Fringe (UK)

1–25 August 2025

The largest arts festival on the planet, featuring everything from Shakespeare to stand-up, in a city full of history. Campervan travel lets you dip into the chaos by day — and retreat to the calm of lochs or forests by night.

Combine it with: Drives into the Cairngorms, a castle route through Stirling and Perthshire, or a ferry trip to the Isle of Skye.

Edinburgh Fringe: The World's Biggest Arts Festival — with a Roadtrip Twist

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