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What's on in May

Slave Route Challenge

26 May | A unique race with historic significance.

Cederberg Observatory Open Night

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

Mini Brandy Festival

31 May 2025 | A curated showcase of the finest brandies

Cinema Craft Nights at Labia Theatre

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

Pink Room Games Night Extravaganza

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

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."

A Journey Through Taste & Terroir

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

Joseph & Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

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

Willowbridge Slow Markets

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

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

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 | A bold, Africanfuturist reimagining of Verdi's iconic opera.

Art & Sip at Norval Foundation

31 May 2025 | A guided art session at Norval

Green Point Flea Market

Every Sunday | The return of an iconic Cape Town market

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

Arno Carstens at Triggerfish Brewery

24 May 2025 | A performance by one of South Africa's rock legends

Entomology Behind The Scenes Tour

19 May 2025 | A chance to learn all about insects.

Shakespeare Schools Festival CPT

13 - 31 May 2025 | Renditions of Shakespeare by 48 drama groups.

Improguise: Tribute

23 May 2025 | A one-night-only unscripted musical show

Cape Town Indie Hackers: Daisy Ions

29 May 2025 | A 'fireside chat' with the founder of What's on in Cape Town.

FAB Bridal Wedding Sale

31 May 2025 | A one-day-only sale offering discounts on everything from bridal gowns to wedding...

First Thursdays Cape Town

City Centre | A celebration of art, culture, and creativity that enchants both locals and tourists...

Kuier at the Castle

At the Castle, last Sat of each month | Vendors and food trucks curated by the Craft & Design...

36ONE Clifton Mile Swim

Every first Sunday | An open water swim in Clifton.

Schalk Bezuidenhout: Crowd Pleaser

22 and 23 Jun | Not any old regular stand-up show.

Cederberg Observatory Open Night

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

InUWell Mother’s Day Promotion

19 April to 30 June | The gift of well-being.

Decorex

5 to 8 June 2025 | Africa’s premier decor and design platform.

Sentech Africa Tech Week TBC

3 & 4 June 2025 | Shining a spotlight on the creativity and innovation that define the African tech...

Africa, My Love: Louis Mhlanga & Friends

24 Jun 2024 | An African language musical treat

Totalsports Table Mountain 16km

23 June 2024 | A spectacular run up the Table Mountain

The Trophy Wine Show

10 June 2025 | Toast, taste and deliberate on prize-winning and class vintage wines.

Encounters Documentary Festival

19 to 29 June 2025 | South Africa's formative documentary event, screening contemporary South...

Open Book Festival: Workshop Week

2 to 7 Jun 2025 TBC | Workshops to help local writers succeed.

Jenny & The Jameses

14 Jun 2024 | The multi-talented Original Celtic folk band at Cafe Roux.

Zolani Mahola and The Feminine Force

21 Jun 2024 | An extraordinary celebration of life with a magnetic feminine musical collective.

Tulbagh Christmas In Winter

27 to 29 June 2025 | Winter magic and Christmas cheer in Tulbagh.

Shakatak Live at GrandWest

28 June | Join for an unforgettable evening of timeless classics and smooth melodies.

Bok Radio Bokkies at GrandWest

1 June | Celebrate South African entertainment at the highly anticipated Bok Radio Bokkies awards

Franschhoek Mystery Weekends

27 – 29 June, 25 – 27 July, 29 – 31 August 2025 | Escape the city with a mystery weekend

Joseph & Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

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

Willowbridge Slow Markets

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

Hermanus Fynarts Festival

6 - 17 June 2025 | A vibrant celebration of creativity in Hermanus

Vergelegen Crossover Music Concert

12 June 2025 | An unforgettable evening of fine music

Green Point Flea Market

Every Sunday | The return of an iconic Cape Town market

Jive Cape Town Funny Festival

2 to 29 June 2025 | Cape Town's top variety comedy festival

Paul Slabolepszy’s Bitter Winter

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

CPT Philharmonic: Verdi by Silver

26 June 2025 | The final of three performances by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra

CPT Philharmonic: Mozart by Sanderling

19 June 2025 | The second of three performances by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra

CPT Philharmonic: Brahms by Sanderling

12 June 2025 | The first of three performances by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra

Silver Mountain Music

13 - 16 June 2025 | A weekend celebration of fun, entertainment and culture

Philharmonia: Mozart and Haydn Masses

21 June 2025 | A performance of two masses by the Cape Town Philharmonia

Rondomtalie / Marry-Go-Round at Die Boer

10 - 11 June 2025 | A witty new play about the struggles of marriage.

Knysna Wine Festival

4 - 5 July 2025 | Explore wines and oysters at Knysna's vibrant festival.

First Thursdays Cape Town

City Centre | A celebration of art, culture, and creativity that enchants both locals and tourists...

Kuier at the Castle

At the Castle, last Sat of each month | Vendors and food trucks curated by the Craft & Design...

Cape Town Festival of Running

12 & 13 July 2025 TBC | A running festival featuring multiple competitive categories.

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.

allfashion sourcing

8 - 10 July 2025 | Access to the textile and fashion industry under one roof.

Bastille Day in Franschhoek

12 - 13 July 2025 | Celebrate French culture with wine and festivities

Food Indaba

7 to 20 July 2025 | Events focusing on developing a better local food system.

Franschhoek Mystery Weekends

27 – 29 June, 25 – 27 July, 29 – 31 August 2025 | Escape the city with a mystery weekend

Joseph & Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

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

Willowbridge Slow Markets

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

Green Point Flea Market

Every Sunday | The return of an iconic Cape Town market

WinterFest

26 July 2025 | A legendary celebration of South African metal culture

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