There are a few things Capetonians enjoy more than having one hand on a paintbrush and another on a wine glass. With the cold weather forcing everyone indoors, these are some recommendations on the best experiences that combine art and music with wine to try across the city.
Clay Café
Clay Café in the City is a ceramic painting venue and tapas bar where visitors enjoy a creative space that fosters a community of like-minded adults to be expressive, learn new techniques, and just have some fun while exploring, enjoying tapas, and listening to relaxing music.
Guests can choose from over 180 pre-made ceramic pieces to paint and personalise, from mugs to quirky figurines, with the painting process kept simple and enjoyable for beginners and seasoned artists alike. Their drinks menu is extensive, featuring red and white wines, alcoholic and non-alcoholic slushies, signature cocktails, and a variety of spirits.
There are three Clay Café locations, stretching from the middle of the city to the mountain valley views of Hout Bay and even the rolling winelands in Paarl, ensuring there’s a nearby venue for most living around Cape Town.
Cost: Studio fee of R45 per person + price of chosen item(s). Bookings can be made on Dineplan.
When: Tuesday – Sunday | 11am – 5pm (Tue) | 11am – 10pm (Wed – Fri) | 9am – 10pm (Sat) | 9am – 6pm (Sun)
Where: 199 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre
Brush & Brew at Life Is Good
This curated creative escape is open to all skill levels and can be tailored for intimate groups or large gatherings. Whether it’s a date night, birthday party, team-building exercise, or even a solo art day, Brush & Brew hosts four daily sessions led by experienced artists. Guests are led step-by-step through the featured artwork, though everyone is free to put their own spin on it to take home.
Every ticket includes access to all painting materials, the 2-hour workshop, and, at an additional fee, a meal and one drink per guest from the halal-friendly cafe. Instead of wine, participants enjoy a range of coffees, teas, and smoothies.
Cost: R275 (Just Paint Session) | R450 (Full Experience) | R1886 (Kids Group Booking For 5+). Book now on Quicket.
When: Monday – Sunday | 11am – 1pm | 1pm – 3pm | 3pm – 5pm | 5pm – 7pm
Where: Life Is Good Cafe, 349 Albert Rd, Woodstock, Cape Town
Paint & Pretzels
This mobile art studio hosts Paint & Sip events regularly at various venues, always featuring a set painting as inspiration for guests. Recent sessions have been hosted in Melkbos, Constantia, Haasendal, and Hout Bay, with each offering different venues, artwork, and prices.
All sessions include all necessary paint materials and many complimentary pretzels; some include meals and welcome drinks. Events happen all throughout the greater Cape Town area, and interested parties are encouraged to keep an eye on the calendar to find one that suits them.
Cost: From R420 per person. Prices vary; bookings are made on the website.
When: Times vary | All information is available on the website.
Where: Various venues across Cape Town & surrounds
Paint And Sip With Music
This travelling company takes away the stress of following a guide, allowing guests to paint freely at their own pace and with their own ideas while enjoying an evening of drinks, food, and live music. All art and painting materials are included, with a focus on a laid-back, social atmosphere for everyone involved.
The next session is being hosted at Cafe Roux, the intimate live music venue with a cosy fireplace, best known for platforming up-and-coming South African artists and hosting some of the area’s biggest acts.
Cost: R250 per person. Book now on Quicket.
When: 26 August 2026 | 6pm – 9.30pm
Where: Cafe Roux, Chapmans Peak Dr, Noordhoek, Cape Town
Canvas Clay and Rosé
The Studio, based in Milnerton, hold monthly Paint & Sip experiences on the first Saturday of every month. Ideal for those wanting to create their masterpiece with a cocktail in hand, these sessions are beginner-friendly, guided by local artists, and designed for relaxing self-expression.
Each ticket includes access to all necessary art materials, a 2-hour workshop, and a welcome cocktail. Platters and jugs are available for pre-order. All proceeds go to Phoenix Sports Academy, The Studio’s very own NPO that promotes youth participation in sports and art.
Cost: R300 per person. Bookings can be made on Quicket.
When: First Saturday of every month | 6pm – 8.30pm
Where: The Studio ZA, cnr Zastron & Koeberg Rd, Milnerton, Cape Town
Canvas and Craft
This cosy corner studio regularly hosts art classes, workshops, and full-day creative events for all ages to create something. Weekly beginner art classes are guided by local artist and co-founder Jo-Anne Pentz and focus on drawing and painting, while specialised workshops vary depending on which guest artist is leading. Every week, the space hosts artists of all kinds who bring their own materials to pursue in-progress creative projects in a supportive, self-paced environment.
The full list of events at Canvas and Craft is available on the website.
Cost: Prices vary. Bookings are made on the website.
When: Tuesday – Saturday | 9.30am – 4pm
Where: 108 Raats Drive, Table View, Cape Town
Art & Drinks at The Silo Hotel
The Silo Hotel’s Rooftop Bar gives guests a skyline view of the V&A Waterfront as they enjoy an array of wines, spirits, and non-alcoholic drinks – ideal for watching a sunrise or sunset with a drink in hand. As it sits just above the Zeitz MOCAA, visitors can move from the museum’s avant-garde contemporary art exhibitions to the fine dining experience just above.
For the winter season, Zeitz is showcasing the work of local and international artists, with a wide variety of styles and subject matter. From works that engage with the life of anti-Apartheid activist Albie Sachs to pieces that explore reconnecting with one’s ancestral roots, the museum is one of the premier destinations for art lovers in the city.
All Rooftop experiences during winter are subject to weather conditions and may change at short notice. Tickets and memberships for the Zeitz MOCAA can be purchased on Webtickets or at the door of the museum.
When: Monday – Sunday | 12pm – sunset (weather permitting)
Where: Zeitz MOCAA, S Arm Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town
Spier Wine Farm
This winter, Spier Hotel invites guests to experience their acclaimed food and wine, massive modern art collection, and plenty of leisure activities. Their award-winning Stellenbosch wines include acclaimed reds, whites, and blends, while their historic Old Wine Cellar exhibits a rotating cast of works by contemporary artists.
Guests can book a special tasting experience featuring Spier’s Creative Block wines while taking in the modern artworks that blend colour and form, just as the wines blend taste profiles.
Bookings for tasting experiences can be made on the Spier website.
When: Monday – Sunday | 10am – 5pm (Sun – Thu) | 9am – 5pm (Fri & Sat)
Where: Spier Wine Farm R310, Baden Powell Dr, Lynedoch, Stellenbosch
Openwine
This trendy hotspot is a haven for wine enthusiasts, with sought-after labels at affordable prices. The venue has also become synonymous with live music, hosting a regular rotation of vinyl DJs, musicians, and its own house band, which performs on Sundays.
When: Monday – Sunday | 4pm – 11pm (Tue – Sat) | 12pm – 11pm (Mon) | 2pm – 11pm (Sun)
Where: Openwine, 72 Wale St, Cape Town City Centre
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