Rock the River: A Christmas Cruise Like No Other!

Why settle for a stuffy banquet hall when you can celebrate the end of the year aboard a luxury river cruiser? Step aboard The Spirit of Jen, Stonehaven on Vaal’s floating festive venue, or aboard Stonehaven’s other cruisers – and let the Vaal River set the scene for an unforgettable Christmas party.

Imagine the sun dipping below the horizon as your team sips bubbly on deck, fairy lights twinkling, laughter echoing across the water. Our festive buffet varieties are packed with holiday favourites and local flair, and the vibe? Pure river magic.

Whether it’s your office crowd, clients, or a private group of friends — this is one celebration everyone will remember. Get the team out of the boardroom and onto the boat — because this is how you cruise into a Year End Function in style!

Potjie Wars: Let the Stirring Begin!

Ready to turn up the heat on team building? Stonehaven on Vaal’s  Potjie Cook-Off Challenge is hands-on, hilarious, and high on flavour! It’s not just a meal – it’s a culinary showdown.

Your crew breaks into teams, each given ingredients, a pot, and the open flames to prove their worth. There’s strategy, spice, and just the right amount of healthy rivalry as teams stir, simmer, and sizzle their way to victory. A panel of judges – and yes, taste matters! — will crown the ultimate Potjie Masters.

Add some drinks, riverside views, and lots of banter, and you’ve got the most entertaining year-end function your team has ever had. Who knew your finance manager could cook?

Picnic Like a Pro: Chill Vibes, Riverside Style

If your idea of a perfect year-end function is less PowerPoint and more barefoot on the grass, we’ve got just the plan. Our Riverfront Garden Picnics are a dreamy way to celebrate with your team, minus the fuss.

We set the scene: shaded lawns, comfy seating, picnic blankets and baskets packed with gourmet goodies, and live acoustic music floating through the air. Add in chilled drinks, quirky lawn games, and the gentle lapping of the river nearby — and suddenly, everyone’s exhaling 2025’s stress.

Perfect for small teams, relaxed managers, or businesses that believe the best ideas come with a view and a bottle of bubbly. Instagram filters not required — it’s already that pretty.

Your Theme, Our Dream: Throw the Party They’ll Never Forget

Glitz, groove, or Gatsby? If you can dream it, we can host it. Stonehaven on Vaal’s Themed Year-End Parties turn your vision into a showstopping celebration.

Whether it’s a roaring ‘20s Great Gatsby bash, a retro disco fever dance floor, a high-stakes casino night, or a tropical island escape — we go all-in. Décor, lighting, music, menus, and even dress-up themes? Sorted.

Choose from indoor, garden, or on-the-water venues or cruisers — or combine them. This is your chance to say a big thank-you to your team with a big, bold statement. No cookie-cutter year-end lunches here. Let’s party with purpose — and a whole lot of personality.

Lunch, Laughs & Luxury: The Cruise Combo You Didn’t Know You Needed

Keep it classy and carefree with Stonehaven’s Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner & Cruise Combo — a relaxed way to wrap up the year with your crew.

Start off with a delicious meal — whether it’s in Stonehaven’s riverside restaurant, in a picturesque white terraced building, or on the lawn — and follow it up with a 50-minute river cruise aboard one of Stonehaven’s elegant boats.

It’s effortless, beautiful, and surprisingly affordable. Add a speech or two, clink a few glasses, and reflect on the wins (and wild moments) of the year. Sometimes the simplest celebrations are the most memorable.

Tap Into Fun: Year-End Cheers at the Riverside Brewery

Brew, Boats & Good Times: Celebrate the Year With a Tap in Hand

If your team loves craft beer, riverside views, and laid-back vibes — welcome to your new favourite function venue.

At Stonehaven’s very own Craft Brewery, located right on the water’s edge, guests can pour their own fresh brews straight from the tap. Add Stonehaven’s on-tap gin and cocktails to the mix, and suddenly it’s not just a year-end party — it’s a flavour experience.

Enjoy signature Stonehaven brews that you won’t find anywhere else, all while watching boats cruise in and out of the harbour, waterskiers glide past, and the sun glint off the river. There’s something undeniably special about sipping a handcrafted beer just meters from where it was brewed.

Want to take it up a notch? Add a DIY cocktail mixology challenge. It’s interactive, relaxing, and delicious — everything a great year-end should be.

Brews & Views: Host a Sunset Tap Party on the Riverbank

Swap the usual city skyline for something far better — golden-hour drinks on the riverbank with your own private Tap Party.

Picture this: picnic-style lounges or high-top cocktail tables set up by the Stonehaven brewery. Beer, gin, and cocktails on tap. Live music, summer sun, and the glow of the evening’s sunset on the water. The vibe is effortless but elevated — the kind of chilled celebration that feels like summer holidays came early.

Want to create a social-media-worthy moment? Add an Instagram wall, branded beer mugs, or a fun team dress code. Whether you’re a creative agency, a tech team, or just a group that likes things a little different — this is your chance to do something cool and unforgettable.

Beer, Boats & Boss Moves: The Ultimate Riverside Braai Bash

Boerewors Meets Craft Brews: Your End-of-Year Braai, Reinvented

For the teams that prefer laughs over speeches, and a tongs-in-hand vibe over formal dining — we present the Riverside Braai Bash.

Gather at the Stonehaven Craft Brewery where we set up grills or spits, taps, and your crew. Enjoy delicious meats and sides cooked right at the river’s edge, with the added fun of pour-your-own craft beers and cocktails. Throw in some lawn games, music, and a few “braai master” challenges, and you’ve got an interactive, relaxed, and proudly South African way to wrap up the year.