A reminder that Cape Town in July is not about slowing down. Wrap up warmly, wander about town, and discover the city’s winter heartbeat.
Upcoming events to look forward to…
- Canal Walk Presents Aladdin – Canal Walk Centre Court transforms into a magical Arabian wonderland. For the whole family to experience the bustling streets of old Baghdad, as the story follows an aspiring dreamer whose world is transformed upon discovering a magical lamp. A production packed with all of the magic! Prepare for flying carpets, hidden treasures, a playful Genie, and moments of bravery and second chances. Captivating audiences of all ages. From the end of June until the 20th of July 2025.
- Cape Town Festival of Running – The perfect way to feel the energy of the town, whilst combatting the winter blues, this is a great challenge for runners of all levels. The 2025edition features a 50km ultra marathon, a 21.1km half marathon, and a 5x5km relay. From the 12th until the 13th of July 2025, from the Sea Point Promenade, Cape Town.
- Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons – Classical music, reimagined. Candlelight concerts bring the romance of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to a unique stage setting in Cape Town, from the 13th of July 2025.
- Beyond – An enchanting fusion of dance, music, and mystique at Theatre on The Bay, Camps Bay, from the 16th until the 26th of July 2025. A dance production that weaves thrilling and innovative choreography with elements of cirque, clowning, vaudeville, and spellbinding vocal harmonies.
- Swan Lake – For the first time in almost 30 years, South Africa’s two leading classical ballet companies – Cape Town City Ballet and Johannesburg City Ballet will join forces to perform the legendary classic, Swan Lake. At the Cape Town International Convention Centre from the 25th until the 27th of July 2025.
- The Mikado – Gilbert & Sullivan’s most iconic comic opera featuring a stellar cast, witty narration and glorious music. This concert offers an evening of humour and theatrical delight at the Artscape Opera House, from the 25th until the 27th of July 2025.
- South African International Ballet Competition – The 12th South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC) brings together top-tier talent from across the globe, offering a platform for emerging and professional dancers to compete, connect, and be evaluated by a distinguished international jury. From the 28th until the 31st of July 2025, at the Artscape Theatre, Cape Town.
- A reminder to all art lovers, and those that enjoy a gentle amble around the art corners ofCape Town, First Thursdays is a wonderful way to feel the city’s pulse. To witness the cafés,art galleries, bars and restaurants come to life with live street music and art. Every firstThursday of the month…Thursday July the 3rd 2025.
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