An incredible  R1,189 957 is the  amount that 10 days of fun raised for local charities and non-profit organisations in Knysna.

Organisers of this year’s Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival which took place from 3-12 July, say that it was the best ever in terms of attendance and participation in events.

Two Local Loerie teams took top honours at this year’s Pick n Pay Oyster & Wine Mardi Gras presented by Tabasco!

The biggest upsets of the 2009 Pick n Pay Oyster Festival so far have been the results of two popular events, the Pick n Pay Oyster & Wine Mardi Gras presented by Tabasco, and the Longbarn Oyster Eating Competition presented by Tabasco!

To accomplish a double win on this tough and fast track is an exceptional achievement.

Simola Golf & Country Estate set the tone for a cracker of an evening with mountain bikers arriving from all corners of the country to take part in the 2009 Salomon Adventure Nights - Capestorm Night Bike.

The 2009 Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival kicks off with an extravaganza of sporting choices – included in the plethora of options is the The Salomon Adventure Nights which includes the Petzl Night Run 4 July and Capestorm Night Bike 5 July, hosted at the luxurious Simola Golf & Country Estate.

If you’re still hoping to enjoy the hearty Cruise Cafe breakfast that’s coupled with running the Salomon Featherbed Trail Run, 13 km Coelacanth Route, during the 2009 Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival, your only chance now is to get your details urgently onto the waiting list.