Local Krugersdorp residents was spotted recently at the India Day celebrations and Toy Fair that took place at the Brightwater Commons.
“The first Toy Fair that was in July 2012 at the Brightwater Commons and was the biggest with about 500 visitors,” says Joshua Richards of Richie’s Model Cars.
“If we can inspire one new person to start collecting, we are happy. It’s never too late to have a happy childhood!”
Visitors had the opportunity to purchase everything they see.
Slot cars, Star Wars figurines, dolls, teddy bears and all sorts of collectible die-cast. Visitors even could have purchase or sell entire collections.
India Day is celebrated every year on 17 August and pays homage to all that this great culture is represented by, both in a modern and traditional sense.
Visitors to the festival can expect to be transported to a vibrant world of music, dance and entertainment.
“The celebrations boast a handpicked line-up of professional and amateur performers who reflect many different and wonderful aspects of the Indian culture,” says Fountainhead Marketing Manager, Francois du Buisson.
“This year India Day truly was a spectacular occasion.”
The Brightwater Commons is an ideal family shopping destination with over 60 stores including restaurants and eateries, home-ware, fashion and gift stores. Unique to the centre is its park-like setting, which includes a large grassy commons area.
The commons, perfect for family entertainment, is situated in the heart of the centre adjacent to a large market place, which sports an array varied of stalls.
