Celebrating Community, Tradition and New Life
Easter is a time of renewal and reflection – a season that speaks to hope, togetherness, and fresh beginnings. At Settlers Park Retirement Village, this spirit is warmly embraced. The gardens bloom, laughter echoes across the courtyards, and residents come together to celebrate in heartfelt ways that honour both tradition and community.
This year, Easter will once again be marked by simple pleasures and shared joy – from Sunday services to yummy treats and cherished family visits. But more than just a long weekend or a spiritual moment, Easter in South Africa carries with it a tapestry of customs, both old and new.
South Africans of all backgrounds mark Easter in different ways. For many Christian families, Good Friday and Easter Sunday hold deep religious meaning – commemorating the crucifixion and celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
It’s also a time when the long weekend brings generations together, with grandkids visiting grandparents and families enjoying a bit of well-earned rest. In Port Alfred, as in many towns, the Easter weekend is filled with sea breezes, braais, and the delight of seeing little ones (and not so little ones) search high and low for their chocolate eggs.
Another tradition is the annual cavalcade – a cheerful event that turns all forms of carriages into a kaleidoscope of colour and creativity.
In South Africa, while we’re moving into autumn, the spirit of celebration remains – hats are adorned with flowers, feathers, and flair, and the joy they spark is timeless.
Easter is also a time when the sweet, spiced scent of hot cross buns wafts through the kitchen. These delicious buns have become a firm favourite – enjoyed toasted with butter and shared over tea with friends and family.
No matter what you enjoy, Easter at Settlers Park Retirement Village reminds us that we are part of something bigger – a community that values warmth, connection, and celebration.
Here, Easter isn’t just remembered. It’s lived – with open hearts, shared stories, and plenty of fellowship to go around.
