Winter may be in full swing, but there are still plenty of reasons to leave the house this month. These are our picks of the best events happening in and around Cape Town this June, from orchestra performances to South Africa’s premier comedy festival.
Cape Town City Ballet: Orpheus in the Underworld
Step into the dazzling world of Orpheus in the Underworld, a ballet bursting with wit, glamour, and irresistible charm! Loosely inspired by Jacques Offenbach’s comic operetta, this 1920s set production features flapper girls, Mafia henchmen, Can-Can dancers, and even a penthouse swimming pool for the Gods. The show features music specially arranged by Michael Tuffin.
With choreography by Veronica Paeper, and original designs by Peter Cazalet, this ballet is a riotous romp through love, mischief, and divine chaos.
When Eurydice runs off with Pluto, Orpheus is thrilled, but meddling gods and a nightclub underworld ensure hilarity and spectacle. A timeless crowd-pleaser, this production promises pure entertainment and unforgettable fun!
Cost: R250 – R650. Tickets available on Webtickets.
When: 12 – 21 June 2026 | 7pm | Sat matinee at 2pm | Sun at 2pm
Where: Artscape Theatre Centre, D.F. Malan St, Foreshore, Cape Town
Jive Cape Town Funny Festival
Then Jive Cape Town Funny Festival is South Africa’s oldest and foremost comedy festival, showcasing the best local stand-up comedians together with top international variety acts at the Baxter Theatre.
Alan Committee is the Master of Ceremonies for the festival, which features acts like shadow artist Matteo Fraziano, Britain’s Got Talent finalist Mike Woodhams, local comedians Jason Goliath and Robby Collins, and much more.
During the lead-up to the event, the Jive Funny Championship is held to crown the funniest comedian in Cape Town, and anyone can enter. The winner is then given their own set during the Funny Festival lineup and performs in front of a packed Baxter crowd.
Cost: R200 – R250. Tickets available on Webtickets.
When: 28 May – 21 June 2026 | From 8pm | Weekend matinees from 4pm
Where: Pam Golding Theatre, Baxter Theatre, Main Rd, Rondebosch
Encounters Documentary Festival
Now in its 28th year, the Encounters South African International Documentary Festival is Africa’s premier documentary festival, highlighting some of the world’s most pressing issues and celebrating local and international visionaries in the film industry.
Tackling topics such as rural poverty, homophobia, American doctors working in Gaza and the legacy of apartheid, the festival is a crucial point of information for raising awareness around global and local issues. The festival is taking place in both Cape Town and Johannesburg from 4 to 14 June, and highlights the increasingly important role that filmmakers play in the modern world.
There are over 25 features screening at this year’s edition, including four films from South African teams making their world premiere at Encounters. Other authentically African narratives, such as Tutu and The Eyes of Ghana, are making their long-awaited African homecoming debuts after touring internationally. Additionally, many acclaimed and emerging filmmakers are participating in live Q&As, Panel Discussions, and industry events to discuss their latest works.
Tickets for each screening at the festival are available to book on the Encounters website via the schedule. Feature films are sold separately, while each shorts block requires only one ticket to view all shorts in that category.
When: 4 – 14 June 2026 | Various screening times
Where: Labia Cinema, 68 Orange Street, Gardens | Ster-Kinekor V&A Waterfront, Dock Road | Bertha Movie House, 8 Mzala Street, Ekuphumleni, Khayelitsha | Bertha House, 69 Main Rd, Mowbray, Cape Town
Running for Transformation
Every year, Youth in Transformation hosts its fundraiser, ‘Running for Transformation’, which consists of both a 5km and a 10km run in aid of local community charities in Cape Town. Runners can bring the whole family along, as there is coffee, food, and fun activities for the kids.
Funds raised from the event will go toward the organisation’s youth-based projects, including the Butterfly Project and the Buntu Majalaza Scholarship. Walkers are also allowed, ensuring an inclusive experience for all who want to raise money for charity.
Cost: From R75. Enter now on Entryninja.
When: 16 June 2026 | From 8am
Where: SACS, Newlands Avenue, Newlands, Cape Town
Constellations
The 2026 season of How Now Brown Cow kicks off with Constellations, directed by acclaimed industry veteran and choreographer Jay Pather. The play, which premiered at the Royal Court Theatre before moving to the West End, follows a physicist and a beekeeper in a relationship that evolves, twists, and rewrites itself before the audience’s eyes.
This mind-bending, reality-altering play was originally written by Nick Payne, who has received Olivier and Tony Award nominations for his work and wrote the A24 romance film We Live In Time.
In this production, Marianne is played by Mwenya Kabwe, an award-winning Zambian-born performer known for her roles in Doubt and mAnJE! MaNje. Mark Elderkin plays Roland, himself a renowned actor who has starred in A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Amadeus, as well as in various film and TV roles.
Theatre lovers looking for something that pushes the art form and plays with expectations can look to Constellations, which uses the language of quantum physics to tell a simple story about the complexity of love, for a unique and moving experience.
Cost: R250. Book now on Webtickets.
When: 2 – 20 June 2026 | From 8pm | Saturday matinee from 3pm
Where: Baxter Studio (Baxter Theatre Centre), cnr Burg & Main Rds, Rondebosch, Cape Town
Youth Day Dive Special
To celebrate Youth Day and the start of the school holidays at the Two Oceans Aquarium, kids enjoy a two-for-one deal on an exclusive scuba diving experience. The package includes a professionally guided introduction to the ins and outs of scuba diving and the necessary equipment.
Thereafter, kids are led through their first-ever underwater diving experience, under the watchful eyes of trained experts. Finally, the experience concludes with a behind-the-scenes tour of the Turtle Conservation Centre, the Aquarium’s very own rescue service dedicated to protecting endangered sea turtles.
Spaces are limited, and booking is essential. The experience is restricted to kids aged 10-17. More information is available on the website.
Cost: R1946 (for two). Bookings are made by emailing [email protected].
When: 13 – 16 June 2026 | Times depend on booking
Where: Two Oceans Aquarium, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
Community Paddle Out to Celebrate World Oceans Day
A free community paddle out takes place at Three Anchor Bay in Sea Point on Saturday, two days ahead of the United Nations’ annual World Oceans Day on 8 June. The event is open to anyone with a kayak, surfboard, stand-up paddleboard (SUP), canoe, or any other non-motorised watercraft, and is centred on ocean awareness, conservation, and community gathering rather than competition or performance.
World Oceans Day has been officially recognised by the United Nations since 2008 and takes place annually on 8 June. The 2026 global theme, “Reimagine: Beyond The World We Know, A New Relationship With Our Ocean,” focuses on rethinking how communities engage with and protect the ocean for future generations.
Three Anchor Bay is a small cove on the Atlantic Seaboard, used regularly by kayakers and SUP paddlers as a launch point, with a slipway directly from the adjacent car park onto the water. The event is weather dependent, with final confirmation to be communicated closer to the date if conditions are unfavourable. No advance booking or registration is required.
Cost: Free
When: 6 June 2026 | 9.30am – 12pm
Where: Three Anchor Bay, Sea Point, Cape Town (slipway at Three Anchor Bay car park, off Beach Road)
Broadway to Blockbuster
Broadway to Blockbuster is a two-concert programme presented by the Philharmonia Choir of Cape Town at Cape Town City Hall in June 2026. The concerts are conducted by Richard Cock, former Music Director of the National Symphony Orchestra of South Africa and Artistic Director of the Johannesburg Festival Orchestra, widely recognised as one of South Africa’s most experienced orchestral conductors. He is joined by South African tenor Jonathan Roxmouth, who has performed the title role in The Phantom of the Opera both in South Africa and internationally, and whose repertoire spans opera, musical theatre and concert performance.
The programme moves between Broadway and film, encompassing numbers from The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, Les Misérables, West Side Story, and The Phantom of the Opera, alongside popular music and cinema orchestrations including Bohemian Rhapsody and Ennio Morricone’s score from The Mission. The Philharmonia Orchestra accompanies the choir throughout and performs orchestral suites from the film scores of John Williams (Star Wars), Hans Zimmer (Pirates of the Caribbean), and music from Superman and The Lord of the Rings.
Cost: R290 – R395. Book now on Quicket.
When: 12 & 13 June 2026 | 7.30pm Friday & 3.30pm Saturday.
Where: Cape Town City Hall, Darling Street, Cape Town City Centre
Father’s Day Special at Cape Grace
To celebrate the dads across Cape Town, Bascule Bar and Cape Grace are hosting a “Gentleman’s Recovery Ritual”. The experience combines a premium wellness treatment with a luxury tasting experience for the ultimate restoration retreat.
To start, guests receive a 60-minute back, neck, shoulder, and scalp massage from Fairmont’s professional masseuses, while they are simultaneously treated to compression boot therapy, which reduces muscle soreness, promotes blood circulation, and restores lightness to the body.
This restorative ritual is followed by a curated whiskey tasting, where fathers can celebrate their hard work by savouring some of Bascule Bar’s most sought-after malts. Finally, guests receive a luxury Muscle Release Gel that cools and soothes muscle pain, helping them return home rested and refreshed.
Cost: R1830 per gentleman. To book, guests should contact the hotel via [email protected] or 021 410 7069.
When: 1 – 30 June 2026 | Times vary based on booking
Where: Cape Grace Hotel, W Quay Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town
Conrad Koch’s Chester’s Got Talent
Chester’s Got Talent is the latest live show from South African comedian and ventriloquist Conrad Koch, who is double International Emmy-nominated and best known for his puppet Chester Missing, a fictional political commentator who rose to prominence through Late Nite News with Loyiso Gola, satirising the Jacob Zuma administration and interviewing politicians in a humorous style.
The show is structured as a puppet talent competition in which Koch’s full ensemble of characters including Gunter the German mosquito, Hilton the dramatic ostrich, DJ Hoodie (a puppet who actually DJs), Mr Dixon the high school teacher, and a surprise guest star, compete for the title of best puppet. Chester Missing, characteristically, refuses to follow the format and delivers his unfiltered commentary on the proceedings. The audience serves as the judging panel, voting on the outcome throughout the night.
Cost: R180. Book now on Webtickets.
When: 9 & 13 June 2026 | 8pm show starts | 6.30pm doors open
Where: Ground Culture Cafe, 170 Lower Main Rd, Observatory, Cape Town
Don Vino Saxy Vibes 8
Saxy Vibes 8 is the eighth edition of Cape Town saxophonist Don Vino’s signature concert series, returning to the Grand Arena at GrandWest following a recent international tour. Born Donveno Prins and raised in Epping Forest, Elsies River, Don Vino began his musical career on banjo and trumpet before settling on saxophone at the age of 15. He has since performed internationally across Europe, Dubai, Australia and the United States, sharing stages with Grammy Award winners including Kirk Whalum, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Jonathan Butler and Gerald Veasley.
Drawing on R&B, gospel and jazz, Don Vino has built the Saxy Vibes series into one of the Cape Town live music calendar’s most consistently popular events, with previous editions selling out venues from the Good Hope Christian Centre in Ottery to the Grand Arena. The 2026 edition features a confirmed lineup of guest artists: Loukmaan Adams, Talitha, Fagrie Isaacs Music, Jonathan Rubain, Peadon Smith Live, and Jodi Jantjies.
The show is recommended for audiences aged 7 and above; children 6 and under are not permitted.
Cost: R190 – R350. Book now on Webtickets.
When: 13 June 2026 | 7pm
Where: Grand Arena, GrandWest, 1 Jakes Gerwel Drive, Acacia Park, Cape Town
International Day of Yoga
This year is the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Yoga. To celebrate, yoga communities from across the Mother City are gathering to meet each other, attend classes, and support a good cause.
The day is packed with classes for all ages and skill levels, guided by acclaimed local yogis, including Vanessa Dinkhoff, Usisipho Nteyi, Lakita Scharnick, and many more. Guests are encouraged to meet others from the larger Cape Town yoga community and explore new wellness brands at the dedicated Yoga Market.
Instead of regular tickets, access is granted by donating an amount to the EarthChild Project, with a minimum of R80 and a maximum of R1000 per person. The EarthChild Project is an NPO that offers free education to under-resourced schools, with a focus on health, self-development, and the environment.
Cost: R80 – R1000 (voluntary donation). Book now on Quicket.
When: 21 June 2026 | 8am – 4pm
Where: Rooftop on Bree, 170 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre
Madame Jojo’s Drag Competition at Mavericks
For one night only, Mavericks hosts a fierce Drag Competition where some of Cape Town’s boldest queens fight for Madame Jojo’s crown.
The attention-grabbing performances are classic drag-show chic, with comedy acts and show-stopping lip-syncing from the Mother City’s fiery queens. Guests can expect dazzling looks, tons of charisma, and real drama throughout the night, as each queen does their best to outdo the other.
But, there’s a twist: everyone is a judge. The audience decides the winner, who is then crowned the champion of Cape Town’s drag scene, taking it from Madame Jojo herself.
Cost: R250 per person. Book now on Quicket.
When: 18 June 2026 | 7pm – 11pm | 9pm (show starts)
Where: Mavericks Revue Bar, 68 Barrack St, Cape Town City Centre
Amura X Anthm Bar: A Chef & Cocktail Journey
This ocean-led dining experience pairs premium seafood with bespoke cocktails crafted by an acclaimed Japanese mixologist. Tetsuo Hasegawa, from Loop Street’s beloved ANTHM Cocktail Bar, draws on the bartending cultures of New York and Japan while bringing in the Cape’s natural ingredients.
For the evening, guests experience Amura’s Chef’s Journey menu, featuring freshly caught oysters and langoustine with sweetcorn and dark chocolate, alongside premium cocktails created exclusively for the experience. The cocktail pairings are a mystery, with guests experiencing these curated concoctions for the first time at the dinner. There is also a non-alcoholic option available for non-drinkers.
Guests can expect a luxury night of good food and innovative drinks where every element – from the music to the glassware – is carefully designed to enhance the experience.
Cost: R2650 per person | Reserve seats on Dineplan, or by emailing [email protected]
When: 26 June 2026 | Seatings at 6.30pm, 7pm & 7.30pm
Where: Mount Nelson Hotel, 76 Orange Street, Gardens, Cape Town
Kurt Schoonraad in Funny Side Up
Following a successful run at Montecasino, Kurt Schoonraad brings his 2025 show back to Cape Town. The special uses Schoonraad’s beloved storytelling to poke fun at the absurdities of South African life, and even the chaos of international politics. 23 years after his first-ever one-man show at the Baxter, Schoonraad returns to the stage with new observations, a tiny bit more maturity, but the same charm.
Cost: From R180. Book tickets now on Webtickets.
When: 22 – 27 June 2026 | From 8pm | Saturday matinee from 3pm
Where: Pam Golding Theatre, Baxter Theatre Centre, Main Rd, Rondebosch, Cape Town
Killer Queen: LAMTA Dance Production
LAMTA’s annual dance productions have become a regular feature on the local performance calendar, with previous productions including Come Together, Hollywood, Vintage Jukebox, and Beyond: A Cirque Fantasy drawing strong audience attendance.
This year’s production, Killer Queen, pays tribute to the British rock band Queen through a dance-focused interpretation of the group’s music and stage legacy. Inspired by frontman Freddie Mercury and the band’s rise to international success, the production examines the story of four musicians who became one of the most influential acts in popular music.
The show features choreography by South African choreographers and performances by dancers from The Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy. The production combines contemporary dance, theatrical staging, and visual design elements in a performance centred on the music and cultural impact of Queen.
Cost: R200 – R320. Book now on Webtickets.
When: 4 – 20 June 2026 | From 8pm | Saturday matinee from 3pm
Where: Theatre on the Bay, Link Street, Camps Bay, Cape Town
State Of The Youth Address
By the youth and for the youth, this innovative platform invites young leaders to step into unofficial “minister” roles, presenting their ideas on future issues and how to address them.
The format recreates a parliamentary setting without political parties, encouraging constructive conversations among the country’s young adults about leadership, civic participation, and the future of South Africa. Some of the themes at this year’s edition include tech & AI, youth employment, health, cyber-safety, climate change, and gender-based violence & femicide (GBVF).
With 2026 marking the 50th anniversary of the Soweto Uprising and a municipal election year, the State of the Youth Address aims to foster spaces for solution-oriented dialogue among young leaders, civil society, professionals, and institutions.
Cost: R100. Book now on Webtickets.
When: 15 June 2026 | From 6pm
Where: The Star Theatre @ Homecoming Centre, 15 Buitenkant St, District Six, Cape Town
Tulbagh Christmas In Winter
Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Tulbagh once again turns into a magical winter wonderland for its annual Christmas in Winter festival in June.
The whole town comes alive with Christmas décor, live music, and family-friendly activities like pony rides, crafts, and tractor trips. Adventurers can explore Tulbagh’s scenic beauty on horseback or foot.
The weekend starts with the Farmer’s Electric Light Parade on Friday night and the soulful sounds of the Winterland Blues Festival all weekend long. Renowned local wine farms and restaurants open their doors to visitors with seasonal tastings and Christmas-inspired meals.
This year, young ones can look forward to an improved Kids’ Winter Wonderland featuring snow machines, jumping castles, an enchanted forest, and many other surprises.
Cost: R100 (one-day ticket) | R250 (all-weekend pass). Tickets are available on Webtickets.
When: 26 – 28 June 2026
Where: Church Street, Tulbagh | Various locations
Decorex
Africa’s leading decor and design platform, Decorex showcases more than 230 of the most dynamic and creative companies on the African continent, highlighting trends and innovation in the space.
This much-anticipated annual exhibition showcases hundreds of dynamic brands alongside themed exhibitions, exciting collaborations, product launches, insightful talks and workshops led by industry experts. Guests can source new products and services from local suppliers, and up-and-coming businesses can network and establish partnerships.
Cost: R150 per adult online | R160 per adult at the door | Children under 12 free | R50 per child age 12 – 16. Tickets available online.
When: 25 – 28 June 2026 | 10am – 6pm
Where: CTICC, Convention Square, 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town
Norval Student Art Prize
Norval Foundation is inviting young people across Cape Town to share their voices and showcase their work. Using the theme DREAM, students from Grade 1 to 12 are encouraged to submit artworks that explore their thoughts, hopes, and dreams for the future of South Africa.
Submissions are grouped into four categories, ensuring four winners from different age groups are represented. Winning artworks are being showcased in an exhibition at Norval Foundation, which opens on 16 June 2026 (Youth Day).
When: 10am to 5pm (Wed to Sat) | 10am to 4pm (Sun) | Closed on Mon & Tues
Where: Norval Foundation, 4 Steenberg Road, Tokai
Watch Wimbledon with Afternoon Tea at Cape Grace
In honour of the biggest tennis tournament in the world, Cape Grace is once again hosting a special, Wimbledon Championships-inspired Afternoon Tea for tennis lovers and fine dining enthusiasts in the Mother City.
While Wimbledon gets underway halfway across the world, guests at the Cape Grace are treated to a luxury afternoon at Heirloom Restaurant, the hotel’s very own elegant dining space. Guests can expect to watch the biggest games while dining on fresh scones, Battenberg cake, and an edible tennis ball. Drinks include Cape Grace No. 96 gin, a wide variety of teas alongside the hotel’s signature Cederberg Rooibos blend, and Pimms
Cost: R650 per person. Book now on Dineplan.
When: 18 June – 12 July 2026 | Thursday – Sunday | Seatings start between 1.30pm & 3pm
Where: Cape Grace Hotel, W Quay Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
Winter Baroque Season
The Cape Town Baroque Orchestra (CTBO) launches its first Winter Baroque Season in 2026, a three-concert series presenting chamber music, early vocal repertoire, and orchestral works across two Cape Town venues. The series is directed by CTBO Artistic Director Dr Erik Dippenaar, who performs as harpsichord soloist and continuo player across all three events.
The season opens on 10 June with Bach in Dialogue, a chamber concert featuring South African-born, US-based harpsichordist Leon Schelhase alongside CTBO musicians Annien Shaw and Rosamund Roth. The programme focuses on the chamber works of Johann Sebastian Bach and examines the composer’s contrapuntal writing through musical interplay between performers.
Cost: R280 Standard | R240 Pensioners | R100 Students/Learners. Book now on Quicket.
When: 10 June 2026 | 7pm – 8.30pm
Where: 6 Spin Street Restaurant, Cape Town City Centre
Hermanus Fynarts Festival
Visit the Fynarts Festival in Hermanus for an exuberant celebration of creativity in all its forms – visual, musical, literary, culinary, and performance. The programme is bursting with delights, from theatre and live music in every genre to art exhibitions, talks, workshops, and food and wine experiences.
Each event must be booked separately, and a full list of events can be found on the website
Cost: From R130 | Prices vary based on event. Tickets can be booked on Webtickets.
When: 6 – 14 June 2026
Where: Various venues around Hermanus
The Grand Exhibition Burlesque
Renowned burlesque performers take centre stage in this immersive, captivating fusion of art, dance, and theatre. The show features sultry moves, impeccable costumes, and tantalising routines, with a complimentary drink by Miss Molly before it all starts.
Honouring the traditional art of burlesque while adding a modern twist, organisers Rogue Revue encourage diversity, promote body positivity, and ensure all feel welcome at their shows. Guests are encouraged to dress up, as it is a formal event.
All profits from the evening go towards supporting their chosen charity, Rape Crisis, ensuring that the entertainment helps make a difference in people’s lives.
Cost: R250 – R380. Tickets available on Quicket.
When: 27 June 2026 | 6.30pm – 11pm
Where: The Star Theatre, Homecoming Centre, 15 M59, District Six, Cape Town
Cape Town Craft Club
The Cape Town Craft Club circle is aimed at bringing creative people in the city together to make stuff in a laid-back, fun, judgement-free space. Everyone is welcome, from seasoned makers to absolute beginners.
Attendees are encouraged to bring their embroidery kit, clay toolbox, Copic markers, sewing machine, or whatever creative project they’re working on, and to join the club at Bree Street Community Hall. Craft circles are hosted by Andie Reeves, teacher, textile artist, and founder of Cape Town Craft Club.
Craft Club is an ideal activity for individuals and friend groups who want to meet like-minded people who make stuff, commit to making time to be creative, need some guidance or input on a creative project, would like to work among those who inspire them, or simply crave a creative outlet. Hungry crafters can order food and drinks from the delicious Clarke’s Bar & Dining menu throughout the night.
Cost: R150 per person. Book now on Quicket.
When: 17 June 2026 | 6pm – 9pm
Where: Bree Street Community Hall (behind Clarke’s), 133 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre
Steelband Showcase at the Waterfront
Multiple steel bands representing schools and community centres from across the Western Cape perform together at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre in this free outdoor concert. The steelpan is an instrument originating from Trinidad and Tobago, traditionally fashioned from recycled 44-gallon oil drums. Here, 12 active bands from diverse backgrounds collaborate live on stage, performing a mix of popular songs with an Afro-Caribbean flavour.
The event is presented by the Steelband Project, a non-profit organisation founded in 1997 by Liz Brouckaert and David Wickham with a focus on music education for youth from under-resourced communities across rural, suburban and township areas of the province.
When: 24 June 2026 | 10.30am – 1.30pm
Where: V&A Amphitheatre, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
Visit the One&Only
One of the leading luxury hotels in Cape Town, perfectly positioned for the stunning scenery of Table Mountain and the surrounding harbour, the One&Only is one of Cape Town’s premier city stays. Whether booking a five-star stay, visiting one of the many fine-dining restaurants, or relaxing at the spa, there are tons of offers, packages, and experiences available at One&Only.
Where: Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
Discover all the 5-star suites, facilities, and offers at the One&Only this winter
Puss In Boots Pantomime
Written and directed by Steven Stead, this family pantomime is presented by KickstArt Theatre, a Durban-based non-profit company with over 170 local and national awards and a two-decade track record of large-scale productions at major South African venues. The production follows last year’s warmly received Jack and the Beanstalk at the same venue, continuing KickstArt’s annual tradition of holiday-season pantomimes.
Set on a Caribbean island, the story centres on a quick-witted cat, armed with a clever plan and a pair of boots, who navigates magical twists and comic misadventures to alter his owner’s fortunes. The cast includes Rory Booth in the title role, Belinda Henwood as good fairy Calypso Honeybunch, Bryan Hiles as the villainous Grimsby Withergood, and Kyran Brady Taylor as Tom Marzipan. They are joined by Blessing Xaba, Lyle Buxton, Roshanda Lewis, Mthokozisi Zulu and Grace MacIlroy. Design is by Greg King, choreography by Simone Mann, and lighting by Frany Steyn.
The production runs approximately two hours, including an interval, with weekday matinees and selected morning and afternoon performances throughout the school holiday period. It is recommended for children aged four and up.
Cost: R250 per person (u18) | R300 (adults). Book now on Webtickets.
When: 26 June – 18 July 2026 | 2.30pm (Mon, Tue & Fri) | 2pm & 6pm (Sat)
Where: Baxter Theatre Centre, Pam Golding Theatre, Main Road, Rondebosch, Cape Town
Stay, Sip & Settle In
With winter well and truly here, the Rockefeller has a dedicated package for the wine lovers in the city. Guests can upgrade to a city-facing room with a complimentary upgrade (subject to availability) before spending their evenings dining on a specially curated dinner and a glass of Franschhoek Cellars’ award-winning wine.
Cost: From R2300 per night (double occupancy). Book now on the website.
When: Available until 31 August 2026
Where: The Rockefeller Hotel, 12 Christiaan Barnard St, Foreshore, Cape Town
Cape Town Philharmonic Winter Symphonies
The Cape Town Philharmonic returns with its Winter Symphonies concert series, consisting of four concerts with international soloists and revered local conductors.
The season kicks off with Dutch conductor Arjan Tien and pianist Nikola Meeuwsen. The latter, a gold medalist at the Queen Elisabeth Competition 2025, is known for his powerful, colourful playing style. Tien, the CPO’s principal guest conductor, directs the orchestra for this tribute to Beethoven.
It continues with a performance featuring South African pianists Nina Schumann and Megan Geoffrey-Prins, and a later show with Hayoung Choi, an international star cellist who has won first place at the Queen Elisabeth Competition in Brussels and the Krzysztof Penderecki Cello Competition in Kraków.
The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra concludes its Winter Symphony season with violinist Daniel Rowland and conductor Bernhard Gueller.
Cost: R190 – R450. Tickets available on the website.
When: 4, 11, 18 & 25 June 2026 | 7.30pm – 10pm
Where: Cape Town City Hall, Darling St, Cape Town
Honest Chocolate Workshop
As the only dedicated chocolate cafe in the city, Honest Chocolate prides itself on its commitment to quality ingredients sourced from local suppliers and offers a wide range of vegan, cane sugar-free, and gluten-free treats.
At the end of the month, they are hosting a behind-the-scenes experience that takes participants through the full chocolate journey, including a live chocolate-making demonstration, a hands-on bonbon-dipping workshop, and even the chance to make an original chocolate.
Cost: R450. Spots can be booked on Quicket.
When: 27 June 2026 | 10am – 12pm
Where: 7 Barron St, Woodstock, Cape Town
