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Christmas in July Country & Western Weekend
Dust off your cowboy boots, grab your hat, and get ready for a Christmas celebration with a country twist.
From 31 July – 2 August 2026, the Green Lantern Inn invites you to join us for our annual Country & Western Christmas in July Weekend, where festive traditions meet country hospitality, live music, line dancing, and plenty of good old-fashioned fun.
Whether you’re an experienced line dancer or have never stepped onto a dance floor before, this weekend is designed for everyone to enjoy. From beginners’ lessons to a lively barn dance party, you’ll soon be kicking up your heels alongside new friends and familiar faces.
A Christmas Celebration with a Country Twist
Our Country & Western Weekend combines all the magic of Christmas in July with the relaxed atmosphere of a classic country gathering.
Enjoy:
🤠 Country & Western themed entertainment
💃 Beginner-friendly line dancing lessons
🎸 Live country music and dancing
🏆 Best Dressed Country & Western competitions
🍽 A delicious three-course Christmas dinner
🎁 The popular mystery gift exchange
🔥 Cosy fires and winter hospitality
👨👩👧👦 A weekend of laughter, friendship, and festive fun
Friday evening kicks off with an introduction to line dancing, led by Kaylee, giving everyone the chance to learn the basics before Saturday night’s celebrations.
On Saturday evening, enjoy a festive Christmas dinner followed by a lively country music and barn dance party that promises plenty of laughs, dancing, and memorable moments.
Children are encouraged to join the fun too. Santa and his faithful reindeer, Bo Jangles, will make a special appearance during the festivities, and children who bring a wrapped gift will have it personally delivered by Santa himself.
Make a Weekend of It
Your package includes:
✔ Weekend bed and breakfast accommodation
✔ Friday evening line dancing lesson with Kaylee
✔ Saturday evening Christmas dinner
✔ Saturday night country music and barn dance party
✔ Full access to all Country & Western Weekend activities
Whether you’re travelling with friends, family, or coming as a couple, this is the perfect excuse to escape for a fun-filled winter weekend.
Pricing
Single in private room for the weekend:
R2860.00
Couple sharing a room for the weekend:
R3950.00
3 People sharing a room for the weekend:
R5550.00
4 People sharing a room for the weekend:
R7160.00
5 People sharing a room for the weekend:
R8770.00
Book Now
The Country & Western Weekend is one of the most entertaining events on our Christmas in July calendar, and availability is limited.
So polish those boots, straighten that Stetson, and prepare for a weekend of music, dancing, laughter, and Christmas cheer at the Green Lantern Inn.
Christmas in July Country & Western Weekend
📅 31 July – 2 August 2026
📍 Green Lantern Inn, Van Reenen
Y’all are invited! 🎄🤠🎸💃
Call: 058-671-0027
Whatsapp: 081-744-0770
Email: stay@greenalnatern.co.za
Online booking not available
Why Christmas in July?
Christmas in South Africa usually arrives with sunshine, swimming pools, and summer heat. Christmas in July gives us the opportunity to enjoy the festive season in a completely different way—cool mountain air, crackling fires, hearty meals, warm drinks, and perhaps even the chance of snowfall on Van Reenen’s Pass.
Perched on the escarpment between Johannesburg and Durban, the Green Lantern Inn provides the perfect winter setting for a festive country getaway. The relaxed atmosphere, beautiful scenery, and warm hospitality make it a favourite destination for guests year after year.
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