Events: What’s on in Cape Town

When: Saturday, 1 February 2025

Why Go: Raise your glass and join us for the ultimate Beer Festival in celebration of SA Beer Day! From 2pm to 7pm, immerse yourself in a world of locally crafted brews from South Africa’s finest beer brands. Enjoy beer tastings, live celebrations, and the unbeatable atmosphere of our outdoor area, complete with stunning views of Table Mountain and the vibrant energy of the dry dock at the V&A Waterfront. Buy your tickets now and celebrate beer the proudly South African way!

When: Every Tuesday

Why Go: Join us every Tuesday at Time Out Market for a Wine Tasting Experience like no other, hosted by Cultivar and a selection of the 250+ premium wine brands we proudly stock. From 1PM to 6PM, discover exceptional wines, expand your palate, and indulge in a Tuesday treat.

When: Every Thursday

Why Go: Join us every Thursday from 7pm - 10pm for Comedy Night at Time Out Market Cape Town, featuring South Africa's funniest comedians delivering side-splitting stand-up performances.

Tickets are just R150 online or R200 at the door. Check out this week’s lineup and grab your tickets now on Howler. Get ready for a night filled with delicious food offerings available at the market, great drinks, and endless laughs!

When: Sunday January 12, February 16, March 9

Why Go: Replacing the ever-popular Swing Sundays comes the chance to learn the sultry South American tango! A beginner’s class will be held from 4pm - 5pm each Sunday, introducing the basics of the tango, followed by a social dance session until 8pm. DJ Nicholas Dallas will be providing the soundtrack during the afternoon, and whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, everyone is welcome.

When: Saturday, 25 January 2025

Why Go: The Swag Poetry Jam is an event that merges street fashion and spoken word in an upper-echelon setting. Thandiwe Nqanda and Shani Delport "The Blondie Poet" will open up the floor in a curated exhibition of whims and wits, followed by a live spoken word concert by Def Eff and his band. Guests will immerse themselves in spoken word and leave with enchanting gifts from Poetry for Strangers.

When: Every Friday

Why Go: Kickstart your weekend with the perfect blend of great music and breathtaking views of Table Mountain. Join us every Friday evening for live band performances that will set the tone for a memorable night. Entry is free, so bring your friends, soak up the vibrant atmosphere, and indulge in amazing food and drinks as you groove into the weekend!

When: Wednesday evenings

Why Go: Settle in for the sultry sounds of the best jazz the Mother City has to offer, with the weekly Jazz Wednesdays. Look forward to an ever-changing roster of talented musos who’ll bring the groove while you explore the great food (and wine) on offer in the Time Out Market on the ground floor. Grab a bite, find a drink and settle in for smooth jazz every Wednesday night this summer.

When: Every Tuesday, 6.30pm - 9pm

Why Go: Join Quizmaster Jon Keevy for an unforgettable trivia experience that will challenge your knowledge like never before! From the conventional to the unexpected, get ready to put your encyclopaedic knowledge, logic, and quick reflexes to the test. Gather your team of experts and mavericks to show off your brainpower, impress your friends, and go head-to-head with other trivia enthusiasts. All of this excitement awaits you amidst the mouth-watering cuisine of the Time Out Market. 

When: October 16, 2024 - May 17, 2025

Why Go: The Galileo Open Air Cinema returns to Cape Town for the summer, offering an extended season of silver-screen blockbusters beneath the stars at venues across Cape Town and the Winelands. There's a jam-packed schedule of action, comedy, romance, drama and family-friendly classics. Also look out for special shows lined up for Halloween, Christmas, Valentine's Day, and Easter.

When: December 12, 2024 - January 12, 2025

Why Go: Following the sell-out success of The Sound Of Music, Pieter Toerien in association with Cape Town Opera presents the much-loved musical masterpiece My Fair Lady at Artscape Theatre. My Fair Lady premiered on Broadway in 1956 and became the longest-running musical in Broadway history at the time. With a score filled with timeless songs, this memorable production is set to enthral audiences of all ages as South Africa falls in love with Eliza Doolittle! Tickets from R140 to R580.

When: December 14, 2024 – February 2, 2025

Why Go: Say what you wanna say … this spooky musical is set to be a summer hit in Cape Town! MotherCity Theatre Productions presents the professional South African premiere of The Addams Family musical at The Homecoming Centre (formerly The Fugard Theatre). Featuring a talented cast of well-known South African actors, this spooky, wickedly-funny show is perfect for all ages! As Gomez says: ‘Living or dead, family is still family'… don’t miss your chance to hang out for a couple of hours with the weirdest family in town. Tickets from R350-R580.

When: December 31, 2024

Why Go: Don your disco shoes and get set to Dance, Dine, and Dazzle into 2025 with Time Out Market's New Year’s Eve Disco Party in Cape Town! Combining the city’s finest culinary experience with an unforgettable night of disco vibes featuring DJ Didier & Band, Time Out Market Cape Town is set to be one of the hottest tickets in town. Tickets cost R750, including R250 loaded onto a Time Out Market Card for you to explore all the flavours the Market offers. Tickets are available now, via Howler.

When: January 4, 2025

Why Go: The L'Ormarins King's Plate is the most glamorous date on Cape Town’s racing calendar, with crowds flocking to the Hollywoodbets Kenilworth Racetrack for a day of fashion, glamour and thundering hooves. First run in 1861 this is the 164^th outing, and this year the prize money has rocketed to R3 million. But eyes will be just as firmly on the fashion: the L'Ormarins King's Plate is famous for its elegant blue-and-white dress code! Tickets for the sought-after Stud Club and Style Village are set to go on sale at the end of November.

When: Thursday, January 9, 2025

Why Go: Locals love First Thursdays, with galleries open late for art lovers to wander from gallery to restaurant to trendy boutique. This monthly cultural experience is centred around art, food and music, with art galleries, restaurants and bars concentrated in walkable precincts including Church Street, Loop Street, Bree Street, Church Square, and the Silo District. Most venues are free and open to the public. Each month's programme can be explored online at first-thursdays.co.za.

When: February 6-9, 2025

Why Go: South Africa’s favourite free-floating music festival, Up the Creek, returns to the Cape from February 6-9, 2025, with a star-studded line-up of local and international acts set to take to the stage on the banks of the Breede River outside Swellendam. Up The Creek is one South Africa’s longest-running outdoor music festivals, and the ideal way for music-loving party fans to while away a weekend. Up the Creek 2025 will offer four stages, pitched on the banks of the Breede River to allow guests to party for days on dry land, or take to their lilo to soak up the tunes while soaking in the river.

When: February 12 – March 9, 2025

Why Go: Get your booking in early for the South African premiere of 'Dear Evan Hansen'; a Tony Award-winning ‘drama musical’ that explores the human experience with a storyline delving into universal themes of acceptance and the complexities of growing up. Local audiences will be treated to an original production of the show, with an all-star South African creative team on board.

When: March 18, 2025

Why Go: Lauren Daigle is an artist with a full mantelpiece: she counts two Grammys, seven Billboard Music, four American Music and 12 GMA Dove Awards to her name. Since her GRAMMY Award-winning album ‘Look Up Child’ blew up, she became the first female artist ever to break into the Top 10 on both Billboard’s Pop and Christian Album charts. With the hits off her recent self-titled album, nominated for yet another GRAMMY®, Daigle has clocked up over a billion streams. She plays in Cape Town for one-night-only.

When: March 25 & 26, 2025

Why Go: British singer STING returns to the GrandArena at GrandWest with his latest global tour. Joined on stage by guitarist and longtime collaborator Dominic Miller, as well as acclaimed drummer Chris Maas, STING will ‘perform the most electrifying hits from his timeless discography’ say promoters Big Concerts.

When: March 27, 2025

Why Go: Cape Town is in for a musical treat as Grammy-winning singer-songwriter James Bay brings his soulful melodies to South Africa for the first time ever! The highly anticipated tour will see Bay perform at the world-famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, bringing his signature blend of folk, rock, and pop to the Mother City. Bay’s new tour is in support of his latest album, 'Changes All The Time', which he describes as his most personal and confident work yet. Tickets from R895.