All Live Events - May 2025 Archives - Whats on in Cape Town

The Galileo Open Air Cinema

16 Oct 2024 to 17 May 2025 | Movies under the stars

The Franschhoek Literary Festival

16 to 18 May 2025 TBC | The biggest literary gathering in South Africa.

Slave Route Challenge

26 May | A unique race with historic significance.

World Belly Dance Day

17 May 2025 | Witness womxn from all walks of life transform into bejewelled goddesses.

Cederberg Observatory Open Night

Most Sats through to 2 Aug 2025 | A magical evening under the Cederberg's beautiful night skies.

Durbanville Sauvignon Soirée

9 May 2025 | Sip, savour, and celebrate Sauvignon Blanc in style at the Durbanville Sauvignon...

Champagne & Bubbles Festival in Jozi

24 & 25 May 2025 | A two-day experience of wine from across the world.

Modderfontein Half-Marathon

11 May 2025 | A Comrades Marathon qualifier.

Johannesburg Cap Classique Festival

24 - 25 May 2025 | Celebrate the finest bubbles from SA and France in style.

Benoni Beer & Gin Fest

31 May 2025 | The annual beer and gin jol returns.

Tequila & Mexican Food Festival

24 May 2025 | A fiesta featuring Mexican meal favourites and lots of tequila.

Nedbank International Polo

17 May 2025 | Saddle up for an epic day of polo and style.

RMB Latitudes Art Fair

23 to 25 May 2025 | An indoor-outdoor art experience showcasing artists and exhibitors from across...

Fresh Wolwe & Waterkloof Spruit

11 May 2025 | Exhilarating 5km, 12km and 17km races.

Mini Brandy Festival

31 May 2025 | A curated showcase of the finest brandies

#RebelWalk: Culture and History Tour

Running until 30 June 2025 | A journey through South African culture and history.

Unplug Yourself

29 Mar to 21 Jun 2025 | A platform hosting various tabletop gaming events.

Che Gourmet Dumpling Workshop

Every first Wed until 3 Dec 2025 | A dumplings, potstickers, wontons and bao making culinary class.

Sunday Society Picnic

11 May 2025 | A luxurious Graham Beck picnic experience for Mother's Day.

Cinema Craft Nights at Labia Theatre

Selected Wed evenings | Cosy crafting while watching films at the Labia Theatre.

Korean BBQ & Banchan

Every second Wednesday until 10 Dec 2025 | A cooking class that unlocks the art of Korean BBQ.

Stargazing with Vic’s Telescopes

8 & 10 May 2025 | An unforgettable evening of stargazing guided by a passionate telescope maker.

Sun City Suzuki Ultra Triathlon

11 May 2025 | The 18th edition of this challenging race.

Nuy Valley Festival

May 2025, TBC | Harvest fun, wine, and family joy in Nuy Valley.

KEM Live in South Africa

30 & 31 May 2025 | The multi-Grammy nominated star serenades South African audiences for two nights.

TinMan Joburg Series

25 May 2025 | An adventure-filled triathlon event for the whole family.

Jozi Silent Book Club

Randburg and Melrose | A chance to escape from the busy city with fellow booklovers.

Sunset Cinema

Running until 24 May | Movies, magic and the perfect sunset.

Trap de Val

31 May 2025 | Annual 100 mile MTB route in support of the Teddy Bear Foundation.

Salome Live at GrandWest

10 May | Experience an evening of heartfelt music and storytelling with Salome.

Pink Room Games Night Extravaganza

16 May 2025 | A night of fun and games hosted by Mr Monopoly.

Burn Out Bizarre Market & Fashion Show

22 March, 5 April, 19 April, 10 May| Shop sustainably and party hard

Railways to Railways Party Bus

Every last Saturday | One bus, one epic ride, and non-stop vibes.

University of Michigan Orchestra

26 - 27 May 2025 | The university's iconic orchestra tours South Africa with star soloists.

Tanqua Kuru Bicycle Race

23 - 25 May 2025 | "A heavenly bicycle race through the harsh Tankwa Karoo."

MiFitness Kids Syringa Park

16 Jun + every weekend | Full days of fitness and fun for the kids.

A Journey Through Taste & Terroir

24 May 2025 | A lavish social dining experience from SecretEATS.

University of Michigan Orchestra

23 - 24 May 2025 | The university's iconic orchestra tours South Africa with star soloists.

Joseph & Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

9 May - 13 July 2025 | A fresh take on a musical classic

Cableway Charity Challenge

10 May 2025 | A chance to support climbers for a good cause

Mrs. Mitchell Comes To Town

22 April - 10 May 2025 | A new thriller by acclaimed playwright Louis Viljoen

A Doll’s House, Part 2

16 April - 10 May 2025 | Lucas Hnath responds to Isben's classic

Willowbridge Slow Markets

Various weekends from April to November | A weekend full of unique gifts, delicious bites, and a...

Agatha Christie’s Black Coffee

1 May to 8 Jun | Alan Committee takes on Hercule Poirot

Last Night of the Proms

18 May 2025 | An iconic Festival of Bells orchestral and choral concert.

Group Strength Training

17 Apr to 8 May 2025 | Weekly group strength and conditioning sessions.

Steve Umculo Live: Railways

16 May 2025 | The Railways leg of the Steve's 'I'm Gonna Be a Dad Tour'

Queens at RED

9 May 2025 | A drag dinner and live performance at Radisson RED

Sawubona Music Jam

Every Tuesday until 24 Jun 2025 | Dinner and a live music open mic night in Soweto.

Big Play Date

24 May 2025 | A chance for parent and child to bond and explore enriching activities.

SA Pole and Aerial Sports Competition

10 & 11 May 2025 | Showcasing the pinnacle of aerial artistry in the country.

Murder Mystery Dinner Experience

7 May 2025 | A nautical murder mystery

Afro Geek Fest

24 May 2025 | The best of geek culture in one spot.

Jazz, Dinner & Comedy w/Trevor Gumbi

16 May 2025 | Dinner with live comedy and music entertainment.

Food Fair at The Swiss Hotel School

9 May 2025 | The magic of the movies comes to life on each plate.

Winelands Autumn Expo

30 - 31 May | An exciting celebration of diverse wine districts

Netwerk24 en Die Burger Wynfees

24 May 2025 | A celebration of the Cape Winelands

BeerEx Africa

22 - 24 May | A celebration of the world's most popular drink

A Doll’s House, Part 2

14 May to 7 Jun 2025 | The Tony Award-winning play comes to the Theatre on the Square.

Sunset Music Series: Jeremy Loops

17 May 2025 | Jeremy Loops kicks off this musical experience in nature.

Hyperdrift SA

30 & 31 May 2025 | An epic showdown bringing the thrill of precision driving.

Ultra South Africa

10 May 2025 | The world's biggest annual electronic dance music (EDM) festival returns to South...

Sunset Picnic Cinema – Animation Weekend

10 May 2025 | Movies, food and fun under the stars.

SereniTea Saturdays

31 May 2025 | A luxurious monthly event featuring candle making and relaxation.

Rustic Rhythms

9 May 2025 | A romantic night of elegance to celebrate the autumn season.

Cullinan Fine Whisky & Brandy Festival

31 May 2025 | Distillers from all over Gauteng showcase their unique craft.

Joburg’s BollyRave and Colour Fest

24 May 2025 | South Africa’s first and largest Bollywood EDM festival.

Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay

24 & 31 May 2025 | Discover the music of Coldplay performed by a string quartet

Cape Ballet Africa: Intermezzo

16 - 25 May 2025 | A new programme of short works by Cape Ballet Africa

Hedda Gabler

1 - 24 May 2025 | A modern adaptation of "Isben's Hamlet"

Cape Town Opera: AIDA

23 - 31 May 2025 | Verdi's iconic opera with an all-African cast

Art & Sip at Norval Foundation

31 May 2025 | A guided art session at Norval

Museum Day at Norval Foundation

18 May 2025 | A celebration of World Museum Day

Yoga at Norval Foundation

17 May 2025 | A yoga session amongst South African art

Japanese Festival

16 to 18 May 2025 | A weekend filled with colour, culture, and captivating tradition.

Marta Raviglia in Cape Town

7 & 9 May 2025 | A performance by renowned Italian jazz singer

Green Point Flea Market

Every Sunday | The return of an iconic Cape Town market

SecretEATS Secret Cinema

17 May 2025 | An exclusive pre-screening of the most anticipated action blockbuster of the year.

Dan Corder Podcast Recording

21 May 2025 | A live recording of Corder's popular podact

Paul Slabolepszy’s Bitter Winter

21 May - 14 June 2025 | A new play by legendary playwright Paul Slabolepszy