2026 is around the corner! Read on to find out the best New Year’s Eve events happening in Cape Town, from parties to concerts and so much more. This guide is constantly updated, to make sure to keep an eye out for even more NYE events coming soon.
Alien Safari: Little Forest Festival
Little Forest is a psytrance and techno festival held annually in the days leading up to the New Year.
Attendees receive passage to a night of interstellar celestial revelry accented by incredible beats by a fantastic selection of DJs to set the perfect New Year’s mood. It is three-days of non-stop partying, where attendees are immersed in a reality-warped roller-coaster ride at the cosmic carnival of unparalleled proportions.
As the New Year approaches on the final evening, attendees get to countdown on the dancefloor of what is described as the “Party at the End of the Universe”.
Cost: From R1300pp | From R2700 (glamping). Tickets available on Quicket.
When: 31 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
Where: Kromrivier Farm, Riviersonderend
Alcazar
Step onto the dancefloor under glittering lights, feel the primal pulse of disco, and celebrate the new year in true Saturday Night Fever style, deep in the heart of Cape Town’s urban jungle.
For the first time ever this massively popular event is taking over the entire precinct at the Grand Africa Café & Beach including transforming the parking lot into an outdoor stage, creating a new and vibrant experience just metres from the ocean.
This year’s theme is Jungle Fever, a lush wonderland where the wild comes alive with prowling panthers and vibrant parrots, tribal rhythms and untamed energy, vines and velvet nights.
Cost: From R900pp (general admission) | From R1 950 (VIP). Tickets available on Howler.
When: 31 December 2025 | 4pm – 3am
Where: Grand Africa Cafe & Beach, Haul Rd, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Secrets of Summer
Secrets of Summer is South Africa’s premier New Year’s Eve festival, returning each year bigger and better than the last.
The festival is a convergence of music, dance, and unforgettable moments, offering an extraordinary way to welcome the new year. This year, it features South Africa’s first-ever 180° main stage, stretching 80 metres wide, designed to wrap the crowd in a fully immersive audio-visual experience with LED arenas and cinematic soundscapes.
Each year artists range from some of the best local acts to international greats, with the lineup including Musa Keys, Will Linley and Timo ODV, among others.
Cost: From R450. Tickets available on Quicket.
When: 31 December 2025 | 2pm – 4am
Where: Black River Park Sports Complex (Opposite Amazon), Fir St, Observatory, Cape Town
Viva Las Vegas New Year’s Eve Dinner
Glitz, glamour, and a taste experience worth betting on!
Ring in 2026 with a six-course menu inspired by the thrill of Vegas — from buttery croquettes to herb-crusted lamb and baked cheesecake that’ll steal the show.
Cost: R1295pp | R495pp (kids under 12). Bookings can be made on Dineplan.
When: 31 December 2025
Where: Sky on Long at Hotel Sky, 9 Lower Long St, Foreshore, Cape Town
New Year’s Eve Takeover at Hotel Sky
Celebrate ringing in the New Year with unparalleled views of the Mother City.
Set on the 27th floor of Hotel Sky, the Sky on Long cocktail lounge hosts a chic club style event to usher in the new year. Guest entertainment for the evening includes headliner Roger Goode, supported by artists such as Dialekt DJ, Branny B and Waleed.
Cost: R795. Tickets available on Howler.
When: 31 December 2025 | 7.30pm – 2am
Where: Sky on Long at Hotel Sky, 9 Lower Long St, Foreshore, Cape Town
H2O New Year’s Eve
H2O hosts an unforgettable New Year’s Eve experience and a night of magic at one of Cape Town’s most loved outdoor event venues.
H2O Party is famous for hosting one of the country’s biggest New Year’s Eve celebrations over the past 12 years, and this year is no different. Featuring a line-up of SA’s best artists across two sound stages, expect world class production, electric moments and the ultimate celebration of music, dance and connection.
The lineup features electronic duo Goldfish as headliners, supported some of South Africa’s best artists.
Cost: R199 – R399pp (general admission) | R299 – R499pp (VIP) | R599 – R999pp (backstage access). Tickets available on Howler.
When: 31 December 2025 | 5pm – 2am
Where: The Ostrich – Cape Town, Ostrich Ranch, Van Schoorsdrif Rd, Philadelphia, Cape Town
Kirstenbosch Concert: Mango Groove and the Billy Joel Experience
Celebrate Mango Grooves incredible 40-year journey with their trademark fusion of pop and kwela, irresistible hits that defined generations of South African music. Paired with The Billy Joel Experience, led by Alexander Broussard, audiences will enjoy two unforgettable acts in one night.
Expect singalongs, nostalgia and big musical moments as Mango Groove’s timeless South African anthems meet the magic of Billy Joel’s classics. Enter the new year with great tunes and great company.
Cost: R540. Tickets available on Webtickets.
When: 31 December 2025 | 8.30pm | Doors open 7pm
Where: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town
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New Year’s Eve at Quoin Rock
Visit Quoin Rock for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve Celebration while drinking some of the best wines South Africa produces! Nestled in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands, the estate offers a luxurious evening of exquisite cuisine, fine wines, and breathtaking views.
Dance the night away to live music, enjoy a spectacular fireworks display, and welcome the new year in style. With elegant decor and impeccable service, Quoin Rock promises a night of celebration and memories that will last a lifetime.
Cost: R4000pp. Tickets available on Quicket.
When: 31 December 2025 | 6.30pm – 1am
Where: Quoin Rock Wine Lounge, 7600 Knorhoek Rd, Stellenbosch
V&A Waterfront New Year’s Eve Celebration
Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration with the V&A Waterfront New Year’s Eve party! Enjoy an exciting lineup of musical artists and book a table at one of the surrounding restaurants to fully encapsulate the NYE energy.
Join Emo Adams and Loukmaan Adams, Zoë Modiga, GoodLuck, DJ Shezzy K and the Starlight Band for an unforgettable evening.
Celebrate with sparklers, bubbles, and delicious food all the way to midnight and beyond!
When: 31 December 2025
Where: V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
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NYE at Mavericks: Girls Gone Wild
This year’s Mavericks New Year’s Eve celebration, “Girls Gone Wild,” promises a countdown that doesn’t just welcome 2026… it teases it into existence.
Midnight never looked this good, resolutions can wait. This is a night where good girls go bad, wild ones run the show and the most iconic adult entertainment venue in the city brings out over 100 of its hottest dancers to turn the final hours of 2025 into a riot of pleasure.
Guests can book a table and indulge in Mavericks’ full food and drinks offering throughout the night, from premium champagnes and cocktails to gourmet late-night dishes served until the early hours. Every corner of the club is designed for celebration, temptation and just the right amount of mischief.
Bookings can be made on Dineplan.
When: 31 December 2025 | 7pm – 4am
Where: Mavericks Revue Bar, 68 Barrack St, Cape Town
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