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The Hermanus Whale Festival is underway, celebrating 35 years of whale watching, conservation and community.

7 things to do in Cape Town and surrounds this weekend

From a new Blouberg farmers’ market and family holiday activities to ballet, the Hermanus Whale Festival and a Franschhoek classic-car showcase, here are seven things to do this…

7 First Thursdays exhibitions to check out in Cape Town this October

First Thursdays Cape Town: 7 exhibitions to see this October

Planning a First Thursdays outing? Here are seven Cape Town exhibitions and creative showcases to visit on Thursday, October 1, from analogue photography and fashion to ceramics,…

Lungie is the granddaughter of the late Shiyani Ngcobo, the respected KwaZulu-Natal Maskandi guitarist, songwriter and teacher whose music travelled from South Africa to international stages.

Lungie Ngcobo carries her grandfather’s Maskandi legacy to Cape Town stage

KwaZulu-Natal musician Lungie Ngcobo, granddaughter of late maskandi guitarist Shiyani Ngcobo, is among eight emerging artists performing at Beyond Busking Live in Hout Bay on…

Heritage Day is a chance to experience the many things that make South Africa what it is: food, music, culture, history, art and stories

7 things to do in Cape Town on Heritage Day 2026

Looking for things to do in Cape Town on Heritage Day? From live music and traditional performances to free museum entry, astronomy and rock, here are seven events taking place…

Shaun Scrooby and Wesli Jacobs are bringing their kitchens together for a once-only Heritage Weekend menu.

VUUR and Heirloom chefs team up for Cape Grace heritage weekend menu

VUUR chef Shaun Scrooby and Heirloom executive chef Wesli Jacobs will serve a limited five-course menu with wine pairing at Cape Grace on 25 and 26 September.

Things to do in Cape Town this weekend, from military history to live music

Cape Town weekend guide: Military festival, concerts, markets and motorsport

From a new military heritage festival and WOMAD concert to motorsport, markets, a family silent disco and Kenny Lattimore, here are seven things to do in Cape Town from 18 to 20…

The OUTsurance Gun Run brings a weekend of running and outdoor activity to Cape Town

From stargazing to live entertainment: 7 things to do in Cape Town this weekend

Looking for things to do in Cape Town on 12 and 13 September? From an open-air photography exhibition and heritage walks to poetry, stargazing, a film premiere and the OUTsurance…

Celebrate Heritage Month by exploring the culture, history, food and traditions that make Cape Town unique.

Heritage Month 2026: Things to do in Cape Town

From Heritage Day events and community braais to walking tours, comedy and South African food experiences, here are Cape Town activities to consider in September 2026.

Big weekend of sports events as Gun Run and Cape Town Derby take centre stage

Cape Town weekend sport: Gun Run road closures and Hope FC derby

Cape Town’s 12–13 September weekend includes the OUTsurance Gun Run, with about 21,000 participants expected, and a Hope FC v Cape Town City match at Athlone Stadium. Motorists…

Cape Town has been named Africa's Leading City Destination 2026 and Africa's
Leading Meetings & Conference Destination 2026

Cape Town wins two World Travel Awards for 2026

Cape Town has been recognised in two categories at the 2026 World Travel Awards Africa gala in Zanzibar, with tourism officials saying the honours underline the city’s appeal to…

Whether you're looking for live sport, good food, comedy, music or something a little different, Cape Town has plenty on this weekend

7 things to do in Cape Town this weekend

Explore the vibrant weekend in Cape Town with these 7 exciting events, from thrilling rugby matches to delightful dining experiences!

Get ready to sing along, dance in your seat and experience one of the world's most beloved musicals when MAMMA MIA! The Musical returns to Cape Town.

MAMMA MIA! The Musical returns to Cape Town for a night of ABBA hits

Get ready for a night of music and nostalgia as MAMMA MIA! The Musical returns to Cape Town, featuring ABBA's greatest hits and a heartwarming story of love and friendship. Don't…

The exhibition opens up space for blissful girlhood to roam free

Explore the Pretty Serious exhibition in Cape Town celebrating women's beauty and femininity

Experience the Pretty Serious exhibition in Cape Town, celebrating women's beauty and femininity through captivating local art. Don't miss this unique showcase until August 29!

Her return to exhibit in association with Absa L’Atelier
Art is another milestone not only for her but also for Absa L’Atelier Art while celebrating forty
years of opening doors.

Dr Ayobola Kekere-Ekun returns to Cape Town with 'Terrains of Memory' exhibition

Nigerian contemporary artist Dr. Ayobola “Zak” Kekere-Ekun returns to Cape Town with 'Terrains of Memory,' an exhibition that delves into the intricate relationship between…

Artscape concert celebrates Thandi Swaartbooi’s 40 years in the arts

Thandi Swaartbooi’s 40-year arts journey comes to Artscape

Join in celebrating Thandi Swaartbooi's remarkable 40-year journey in South African arts with a two-performance concert at Arena, showcasing her impactful contributions and the…

The Big Week is a celebration of sustainable fashion, conscious consumption and collective impact

Join Cape Town's Vintage with Love Big Week: A celebration of sustainable fashion

Experience Cape Town's upgraded Vintage with Love Big Sale this August with The Big Week, uniting sustainable fashion, fundraising, and local design through two exciting events…

Making its African debut, AS SHE IS brings the internationally acclaimed Bold Beauty Project to Cape Town

First Thursdays Cape Town: 7 exhibitions worth seeing tonight

Join Cape Town's vibrant art scene this First Thursday on 6 August, where galleries stay open late to showcase seven captivating exhibitions. From powerful stories of resilience…

The visionary behind this event is Kiara Ramklass, founder of Marimba Jam, who has spent more than a decade building an organisation dedicated to spreading the joy of marimba music to schools across the country

Experience the inaugural Marimba World Championships in Cape Town this August

Join over 1,000 marimba players in Cape Town this August for the inaugural Marimba World Championships, a vibrant celebration of music and culture featuring 100 bands, thrilling…

For its African debut, the project has been reimagined through a uniquely local lens.

Internationally acclaimed Bold Beauty Project comes to Cape Town

Experience the transformative power of art at the Bold Beauty Project's African debut in Cape Town, where the stories of women living with disabilities are celebrated through…

Ronald Muchatuta explores memory, identity and AI in new Cape Town exhibition

Ronald Muchatuta's 'Revisiting' exhibition explores memory, identity and AI at HUB Gallery

Discover how Ronald Muchatuta's latest solo exhibition, 'Revisiting,' invites visitors to explore memory, identity, and belonging through interactive art at HUB Gallery in Cape…