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From the classic flavour of a red cappuccino to the more daring turmeric or hot chocolate with marshmallows. Every mood can be satisfied with a cosy winter beverage.
BREE STREET

Warm drinks and comforts: Top Cafés in Cape Town for chilly days

Explore Cape Town's vibrant café scene as the weather cools, where affordable luxuries like warm drinks and inviting atmospheres become the perfect antidote to winter blues.

  • Sinazo Mkoko
2 min read
Young musicians who performed on stage during last year’s Youth Jazz Series at Artscape in 2025
YOUTHJAZZSERIES

Calling all young musicians: Youth Jazz Series auditions now open in Cape Town

Young jazz musicians in the Western Cape have a unique opportunity to shine at the Artscape Theatre Centre's annual Youth Jazz Series. With auditions set for June 12 and 13,…

  • Staff Reporter
2 min read
Bree Street Sundays, the car-free, pedestrian-friendly initiative in Cape Town’s inner city, takes place on Sunday, March 22 and concludes with the final event on Sunday, March 29
BREESTREETSUNDAYS

Experience the last Bree Street Sundays: A vibrant community event in Cape Town

Join the fun this Sunday, March 22, for the second-last Bree Street Sundays, a vibrant car-free event in Cape Town. Enjoy games, family activities, and local shops while…

  • Tara Isaacs
1 min read
Performers, dancers, artists and champions of the Cape Town Carnival at the launch event in the city centre on Thursday, January 15
CAPETOWN

Countdown to the 16th Cape Town Carnival: A colouful celebration of community stories

et ready for the 16th edition of the Cape Town Carnival on March 21! Experience a vibrant celebration featuring 1,500 performers, colourful costumes, and inspiring stories from…

  • Tamlynne Thompson
3 min read
International singing Bollywood superstar Pratibha Singh Baghel ahead of her return performance to South Africa by popular demand, for a one-night-only performance at Artscape on January 31.
LIVEMUSICEVENTS

Experience the Encore: Bollywood star Pratibha Singh Baghel returns to Artscape Opera House

Bollywood star Pratibha Singh Baghel returns for an unforgettable one-night-only acoustic performance at Artscape Opera House on January 31, featuring soulful ghazals and…

  • Staff Reporter
2 min read
Main Road in Green Point, between Buitengracht Street and Three Anchor Bay Road, will be affected. Also expect closures along Helen Suzman Boulevard and Granger Bay Boule for the annual Tweede Nuwe Jaar road parade festival Monday, January 5.
CAPETOWNEVENTS

Prepare for the minstrels parade: Essential road closures in Cape Town CBD

Tens of thousands of spectators are expected in Cape Town CBD for the vibrant 'Tweede Nuwe Jaar' Festival parade on Monday, January 5, starting at 11am. Be aware of road closures…

  • Staff Reporter
1 min read
Hundreds of local pilgrims from the Neocatechumenal Way, a charism within the Catholic church, walked from the historic Green Point Lighthouse to the Our Lady of Good Hope Church, in Sea Point, for a Jubilee pilgrimage on Sunday, November 16.
CATHOLICPILGRIMAGE

Over 300 pilgrims walk to Our Lady of Good Hope Church for Jubilee year

More than 300 local pilgrims embarked on a spiritual journey from the historic Green Point Lighthouse to the Our Lady of Good Hope Church in Sea Point, celebrating a Jubilee…

  • Staff Reporter
2 min read
Cape Town Marathon cancelled: more than 24 000 runners from around the world were left stunned on Sunday when the 2025 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon was cancelled just hours before its start due to severe overnight winds.
MARATHONCANCELLATION

Cape Town Marathon cancellation: Tough decisions prioritising runner and spectator safety

Hout Bay Harriers, running club has commiserated with the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon organisers, who made the tough decision to cancel the 42km event on Sunday, October 19.

  • Fouzia van der Fort
3 min read
Sanlam Cape Town Marathon in the final stretch as an Abbott World Marathon Majors candidate.
SANLAMCAPETOWNMARATHON

Cape Town gears up for Sanlam Marathon as City eyes World Major Status

Residents from the Atlantic Seaboard to Claremont prepare for the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, a pivotal event that could elevate the city to international marathon status.

  • Fouzia van der Fort
5 min read
Road closures would be implemented in critical areas including Long Street, Green Point Main Road, Beach Road in Sea Point, Adderley Street, Darling Street, Victoria Road in Salt River, Albert Road in Woodstock, Campground Road in Rondebosch and Orange Street in Gardens to ensure the Cape Town Marathon is car-free on Sunday, October 19, from 4am until 2pm.
CAPETOWNMARATHON

Road closures for the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon

As Capetonians gear up for the Sanlam Cape Town marathon next weekend, the City of Cape Town has advised on road closures and plans to ensure a car-free route for runners.

  • Staff Reporter
1 min read
LIGHT IT UP: Cape Town's annual Liggies jol
CAPETOWNEVENTS

Experience Cape Town's festive lights switch-on: a celebration of community and culture

Capetonians are invited to celebrate the Festive Lights Switch-On, a vibrant event filled with dance, design, and community spirit, lighting up the Mother City on November 30.

  • Staff Reporter
2 min read
The honourees show off their awards.
SOUTHAFRICANMUSIC

WOMAD awards honouring Capetonian artists and cultural icons

Honouring Capetonian Legends: WOMAD SA Lifetime Achievement Awards celebrate the artistic contributions of Marlene le Roux, George Werner, Craig Parks, Pedro Espi Sanchis and the…

  • Fouzia Van Der Fort
3 min read