Bundle up, step out, and discover how the city transforms when the days are shorter, and the nights are full of promise.
Upcoming events to look forward to…
- Slave Route Challenge – A unique running and walking event in the Mother City, with a historical significance to heritage. Tracing the footsteps of enslaved individuals who built the city! This race celebrates the spirit of Ubuntu, as runners of all fitness levels explore historical sites of Cape Town. Get the family together and enjoy a half marathon, or a run and big walk, or a fun-run on the 1st of June 2025, starting at the Grand Parade on Darling
Street in Cape Town. - Jive Cape Town Funny Festival – The perfect antidote to the winter blues, the giggle-fest is back with some of South Africa’s favourite comics and top variety acts from around the world. From the 2nd until the 29th of June 2025 at the Baxter Theatre, Rondebosch, Cape Town.
- A Diamonds – A Shirley Bassey Tribute – Celebrating the incredible songs that Bassey recorded throughout her life, this soulful production highlights the seven-decade career of this vocal legend. From the 3rd until the 7th of June 2025 at the Artscape Theatre, Cape Town.
- Decorex Cape Town – A dynamic celebration of African design, this annual event floods our wintry streets with innovation and creativity. A hub where forward-thinking design meets practical application, showcasing cutting-edge brands, themed exhibitions, new collaborations, and insightful talks. From the 5th until the 8th of June 2025 at Cape Town International Convention Centre.
- MAJIKA: Africa Greatest Illusionist – An intoxicating display of exceptional magic, spectacular illusion and daredevil stunts. Featuring electrifying performances by a dynamic ensemble of Africa’s greatest illusionists. From the 7th of June 2025 at the Artscape Theatre, Cape Town.
- The Trophy Wine Show Tasting – An opportunity to taste over 150 trophy wines at the Cape Town International Convention Centre on the 10th of June 2025. A wonderful wintry occasion, sampling some of the finest grapes, brought to you by Investec, identifying the very best vintages of the Cape.
- Winter Symphonies at the City Hall – William Shakespeare’s play about political intrigue, betrayal, and the looming spectre of tyranny unfolds at the Artscape between the 22nd and 31st of May 2025.
- SPRINGBOKS vs BABARIANS – The Springboks kick-off their 2025 season with a historical game, welcoming the Barbarians to South Africa, for the very first time! The Springboks were last victorious over the Barbarians in December 2000, in Cardiff. So, this match is most definitely not one to miss. Get your rugby attire ready, and head to the DHL Stadium, Cape Town, on the 28th of June 2025.
Labotessa…A Marvel in the Mother City