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

Cape Town Intl Animation Festival

1 - 4 May 2025 | The animation section of Comic Con Cape Town

First Thursdays Cape Town

A celebration of art, culture, and creativity that enchants both locals and tourists alike.

The Franschhoek Literary Festival

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

Comic Con Cape Town

1 to 4 May 2025 | A world of gaming, comics, cosplay and art.

36ONE Clifton Mile Swim

Every first Sunday | An open water swim in Clifton.

Cederberg Observatory Open Night

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

First Thursdays JHB

Discover the best things to see and places to go on First Thursdays.

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.

Groves + Vineyards Festival

May 2025, TBC | Joburg’s premier countryside, wine, food and music festival.

RMB Latitudes Art Fair

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

Afrikaburn

28 Apr to 4 May 2025 | South Africa's Burning Man regional.

Che Gourmet Dumpling Workshop

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

Cinema Craft Nights at Labia Theatre

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

Jazz Journey

Every First Thursday | A year-long musical voyage through time.

Joburg 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.

Jozi Silent Book Club

Second and last Sunday of the month | 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.

The City Beach Club

Every Saturday | Soak up the sun at a rooftop Beach Club.

Hercules

25 Apr to 3 May 2025 | A legendary musical adventure for the whole family.

Railways to Railways Party Bus

Every last Sunday | 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

Every weekend until 31 May | Full days of fitness and fun for the kids.

A Journey Through Taste & Terroir

23 & 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.