River Venue & Café

River Venue & Café This unique River venue is a celebration of life on the water, steeped in nostalgia and charm.

🏉 RUGBY DAY AT RIVER VENUE CAFE! 🇿🇦🇳🇿​The ultimate rivalry returns! Join us this Sat, 5th Sept to watch the Springboks t...
02/09/2026

🏉 RUGBY DAY AT RIVER VENUE CAFE! 🇿🇦🇳🇿

​The ultimate rivalry returns!

Join us this Sat, 5th Sept to watch the Springboks take on the All Blacks LIVE on our big screens! 📺🔥

​Bring your family, friends, and green & gold spirit to enjoy:

🍻 Fully stocked Cash Bar
🍔 Delicious food & drinks from our menu
🗣️ Boating stories, great rugby banter, and awesome river vibes!
​🕒 Kick-off: 17h00

​Book your table - 083 664 3394

​Relax, enjoy great food, cheer on the Boks, and take in the best river vibes around.

See you there!

​

IMPORTANT EVENT UPDATENEW DATE FOR THE OPENING OF THE VAAL RIVER BOATING SEASON! ​Due to high winds forecast for Saturda...
02/09/2026

IMPORTANT EVENT UPDATE

NEW DATE FOR THE OPENING OF THE VAAL RIVER BOATING SEASON!

​Due to high winds forecast for Saturday, 5 September 2026, the Official Opening of the Vaal River Boating Season is being postponed for a safer, sunnier, and even better experience!

​ NEW DATE: HERITAGE DAY — THURSDAY, 24 SEPTEMBER 2026!

​What better way to celebrate Heritage Day than showing off our South African spirit on the water?

Same flotilla, same amazing atmosphere, same time, and same venue arrangements — just a new, perfect holiday date! 🇿🇦✨

​🛳️ JOIN US ON THE LEAD BOAT!
Liquid Lounge will be leading the main flotilla of hundreds of boats! Don’t just watch the action—be right in the heart of it on board the Vaal’s premier floating venue.

🎟️ Price: R790 per person
🕒 Cruise Duration: 3+ Hours
📍 Boarding: 11h00 @ Emerald
🍽️ Includes: Delicious Finger Fork Meal, Cash Bar & Live Music!
​Same fun. Same gees. Even better day! 🇿🇦

​📲 Book Your Spot Today:
📞 Call / WhatsApp: 083 664 3394
🌐 Visit: www.liquidlounge.co.za

​For general info - www.vaalrivercommunity.co.za or email [email protected]

Unbeatable Rugby Action Live at The River Venue & Cafe! 🏉🔥🇿🇦🇳🇿​The ultimate clash is almost here—...
25/08/2026

Unbeatable Rugby Action Live
at
The River Venue & Cafe! 🏉🔥🇿🇦🇳🇿

​The ultimate clash is almost here—watch the Springboks take on the All Blacks live on the big screen!

Sat, 29 August 2026 (Second Test)
Kick-off at 17:00

​Food Specials:
- ​Butter Chicken - R130 pp
- Lamb Curry - R225 pp
- (Both served with rice & sambals)
​- Full River Cafe menu available all day!

​Seating is limited, so don't miss out—lock in your spot early!

​📲 WhatsApp to reserve: 076 850 3679

GO BOKKE! 🇿🇦
​

Trade the boardroom for the breeze! Celebrate your team's hard work with the ultimate floating venue experience, less th...
20/08/2026

Trade the boardroom for the breeze!

Celebrate your team's hard work with the ultimate floating venue experience, less than an hour from Jozi!

​Year-End Packages:

- ​Mid Shipmans (R885 p/p): Meal + 3-Hour Cruise
- ​Captains (R1,000 p/p): Welcome Drink + Meal + 3-Hour Cruise + DJ/Live Ent

- ​Commodore (R1,200 p/p): Welcome Drink + Meal + 4-Hour Cruise + DJ/Live Ent

​- Admiral (R1,500 p/p): Welcome Drink + Meal + 4-Hour Cruise + DJ/Live Ent + Team Building (Minute to Win It / Music Trivia)

​Dates are filling up fast—book your spot today!

​WhatsApp: 083 664 3394
Email: [email protected]

17/08/2026

OPENING OF THE BOATING SEASON 2026 |

ON THE WATER 🛥️🌊

ONE RIVER. HUNDREDS OF BOATS. ONE UNFORGETTABLE DAY!

The Vaal River is coming alive on Saturday, 5 September 2026, as we officially open the boating season with the annual community flotilla! 🎉

And this year, Liquid Lounge is proud to be a LEAD BOAT, leading the main flotilla down the Vaal! 🚤

Come aboard and experience the celebrations from the best seat on the river!

🎟️ R790 per person
Your ticket includes:
🍴 3+ hour cruise
🥪 Finger fork meal
🎶 Live entertainment
🍻 Cash bar
🚤 Lead boat in the Opening of the Boating Season flotilla

📍 Boarding: Emerald Resort & Casino
🕚 Boarding at 11H00

Gather your crew, climb aboard and join hundreds of boats as we cruise the Vaal together!

It’s not just a cruise. It’s the official opening of boating season! 🌊⚓

📲 WhatsApp 083 664 3394 to book your spot
Limited spaces available — get your crew aboard!

Catch the Action Live at River Venue & Cafe! 🏉🇿🇦​The ultimate rivalry is back! Join us for an unforgettable game-day exp...
13/08/2026

Catch the Action Live at River Venue & Cafe! 🏉🇿🇦

​The ultimate rivalry is back! Join us for an unforgettable game-day experience on the big screen as the Springboks take on the All Blacks. Feel the energy, cheer on the Boks, and enjoy great food right on the water!

​🗓️ MATCH DATES:
​First Test: Saturday, 22 August 2026
​Second Test: Saturday, 29 August 2026

​⏰ TIMES:
​River Venue & Cafe Opens: 10:00 AM
​Kick-off: 17:00 PM

​🍲 MATCH DAY FOOD SPECIALS:
​Butter Chicken (served with rice & sambals) – R130 p/p
​Lamb Curry (served with rice & sambals) – R225 p/p
(Full River Cafe menu available all day!)

​🍻 Bring your family and friends, grab a cold drink, and soak up the electric atmosphere.
​🚨 SEATING IS LIMITED – BOOK YOUR TABLE EARLY! 🚨

​📲 WhatsApp to Book: 076 850 3679
​GO BOKKE! 🏉🔥

🍷 Discover the flavours of the Vaal at the Vaal River Meander Wine Route!Join us at Emerald Resort & Casino o where TWO ...
14/07/2026

🍷 Discover the flavours of the Vaal at the Vaal River Meander Wine Route!

Join us at Emerald Resort & Casino o where TWO unique tasting venues await:
📍 River Venue & Café
📍 Graze Braai

Enjoy delicious wine tastings featuring:
🍷 8 Wines for ONLY R80

Feeling hungry? Both venues will have mouth-watering menus available to keep you going while you sip and explore.

🚗 Drive once, taste twice!
Experience two incredible tasting spots in one destination.

⚓ Want to make a day of it?
Cruise the Vaal River aboard the Lady Elizabeth for ONLY R150 per person.

Good wine, great food, river views, and unforgettable vibes await.

Celebrate Father's Day with us at River Café on the 21st June! Gather for a delightful spit braai feast at R295 per adul...
04/06/2026

Celebrate Father's Day with us at River Café on the 21st June! Gather for a delightful spit braai feast at R295 per adult and R150 per child under 12. Let the kids have a blast with lawn games while we showcase the thrilling Moto GP.

Secure your spot by booking via WhatsApp on 083 749 0224.

Join us for a day filled with delicious food, fun activities, and exciting racing action. Can't wait to see you there!

To our beloved River Café guests,As we celebrate this joyous Easter weekend, we want to extend our warmest wishes to you...
02/04/2026

To our beloved River Café guests,

As we celebrate this joyous Easter weekend, we want to extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. May this season of renewal bring you peace, happiness, and countless blessings.

Your presence at the River Café brings us immense joy, and we are grateful for your continued support.

We know that many of our guests are away so we have decided to save a pot-luck lunch for another weekend, instead you can enjoy something yummy from our standard menu.

Wishing you a Happy Easter filled with love, laughter, and special moments.

Warm regards,
Your River Family

Hi everyone.We have missed you and look very forward to another fun day at River Venue & Café 💃🏻👏🏻🥳Join us *next Saturda...
11/02/2026

Hi everyone.
We have missed you and look very forward to another fun day at River Venue & Café 💃🏻👏🏻🥳

Join us *next Saturday* the 21st for a delicious lamb spit braai, with salads and a dessert.

We are super excited to be joined by the very talented Muso Vernon for some classic favorites 🎸🎤

For the kids - we have a fun jumping castle and a slip n slide! So remember to pack costumes, towels and sunblock.

Adults - R330pp
Children U12 - R200pp

BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL!

Whatsapp Leanne on 083 799 9222 by Wednesday the 18th to book your spot.

Address

Vanderbijlpark
1911

Opening Hours

Saturday 11:00 - 17:00
Sunday 11:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+27825232121

Website

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