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Top Things to Do This Weekend in Cape Town (7-9 Feb 2025)

This weekend in Cape Town promises exciting events for all! Dance to the iconic sounds of Soul II Soul at Kirstenbosch, enjoy a movie under the stars with The Galileo Open Air Cinema, or hit a couple of Art shows in the warm up to the Cape Town International Art Fair. For comedy lovers, catch Marc Lottering’s new show or Alan Committie’s Comedy Gold before it wraps up. Don’t miss Rumours by the Lake for an epic festival experience.

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chinese lantern festival | Things to do this weekend in Cape Town

Chinese Lantern Festival Market 2025

The Annual Chinese Lantern Festival Market returns to Cape Town, taking place at Central Park, century city this weekend. Bringing a vibrant celebration of Chinese culture to the Mother City, this year marks the Year of the Wood Snake.

Expect a day of cultural discovery, featuring authentic Chinese street food, a tea-tasting station, and an art and calligraphy exhibition. Discover traditional Chinese medicine, with acupuncture practitioners offering insight into its health benefits. The festival’s live entertainment includes lion and dragon dances, a Kung Fu demonstration by Master Xiong, and live music from Everlasting Essence. Kids can enjoy a petting zoo, jumping castles, and a canine performance.

Cost: Free entry

When: Saturday, 8 February 2025 | 9am to 5pm
Where: Central Park, Century City, Cape Town

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Ultimate Festival Guide for Cape Town - Up the Creek

Up the Creek

Up the Creek is the ultimate outdoor music celebration. Loyal creekers, new creekers and everyone in between is welcome as Up the Creek returns in February this year.

The second longest-running outdoor music festival in South Africa, Up the Creek is set annually on the banks of the magical Breede River. This is a great event to enjoy as it includes four days of great music, good food, chilled vibes and short queues.

There are four general campsite options available and attendees can decide to camp with their car or not.

Cost: Full Festival Pass R1795 | Weekend Pass R1,595 each

When: Thursday 6 February to Sunday 9 Feb 2025
Where: Barrydale

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Drumstruck: African drumming, music, lunch and wine tasting experience in Constantia

Facilitated by some of South Africa’s top percussionists and performers, Mpho Rasenyalo, Tumelo Seleke, and Zama Qambi, this family-friendly activity in Cape Town creates a sense of Africa that is undeniably genuine and heartfelt.

Enjoy first class entertainment with an excellent drumming and dancing performance, accompanied by wine tasting at the Silvermist wine farm and an authentic South African braai with delicious sides.

Cost: R380 | R480 incl. wine tasting | R300 U12. NB SA Locals pay R100 less.
Braai: R350| R150pp for kids. Book via Webtickets.

When: Until April 2025 | Wed to Sun @ 11.30am and 3.30pm
Where: Silvermist Organic Wine Estate, Main Road, Constantia Nek, Constantia, Cape Town

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Marc Eugene Lottering’ Comedy Special

Comedy veteran, Marc Lottering presents his wildly successful new comedy special for two afternoon shows at Kalk Bay Theatre.

Join Lottering as he takes a witty dive into his colourful family tree. With sell-out seasons in Joburg and Cape Town, this critically acclaimed show promises to be one of his best yet.

Cost: From R280pp

When: Saturday, 9 February 2025 | 11am to 12.20pm and 3pm to 4.20pm
Where: Kalk Bay Theatre (at the Brass Bell), Main Rd, Kalk Bay, Cape Town

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A Spanish Celebration with Paula Calvo Swain at Meuse Farm

An international feast of flavour awaits at this exclusive dining event, where renowned chef Paula Calvo Swain takes guests on a culinary journey across Spain. Using the finest local, seasonal ingredients from the Cape, Paula will present a six-course menu paired with a selection of both Spanish and local wines. With 25 years in the hospitality industry and a deep-rooted passion for food and wine, she creates an intimate, immersive dining experience inspired by the Iberian Peninsula.

Cost: R1350pp (includes 6-course menu and wine pairing)

When: Friday, 7 February 2025 | 4pm to 6.30pm & 7.30pm to 10pm
Where: Cape Town (Venue details upon booking)

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Kirstenbosch Concert: Matthew Mole

Catch South African singer-songwriter Matthew Mole live at the stunning Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. Known for his unique blend of indie, folk, and pop, Matthew will perform hits like ‘Take Yours, I’ll Take Mine’ and ‘Brand New Day’ in an intimate outdoor setting.

Concertgoers are welcome to pack a picnic, or to pre-order five days ahead from the Kirstenbosch Tea Room or Moyo Restaurant. Food trucks are also available at every show.

Cost: RR255 to R360

When: Saturday 9 February at 5.30pm | Gates open 4pm
Where: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town

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‘We, the People’ at Norval Foundation

In celebration of the 30th birthday of South Africa’s democracy, the Norval Foundation offers a nuanced perspective on the nation’s democratic chapter and its ongoing process.

Reflecting the complex nature of the country’s society, the exhibition is split into four spaces which speak to four main themes of the show: ‘To Belong’, ‘To Protest’, ‘To Care’, and ‘To Be Heard’.

Featured artists include Igshaan Adams, Wim Botha, Gugulective, Ben Orkin, and many others.

Cost:  R200 | R100 Students

When: Until 22 Nov 2025 | Mon to Sat 10am to 5pm | Sun 10am to 4pm
Where: Norval Foundation, 4 Steenberg Road, Tokai, Cape Town

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RED’s Summer Playlist

Radisson RED’s Summer Playlist is back and better than ever for Vol.3, serving up more beats and good vibes atop RED’s Rooftop.

Experience summer at RED with and incredible line-up of DJs including Minx, Mayo, Funky G, Kurt April, and Keilamanjaro. Celebrate the summer in style at one of Cape Town’s beloved hotel locations and get access to quality entertainment and food, which will be on sale throughout the afternoon.

The event is strictly for those aged 18 and above.

Cost: R100pp

When: Saturday, 8 February 2025 | 2pm to 9pm
Where: RED Roof bar, Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Silo, 6 Silo Square, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town

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The Incredibles and Pitch Perfect 2 at the Galileo Open Air Cinema

The Galileo Open Air Cinema is a must-do for summer evenings in Cape Town, offering the perfect mix of beautiful outdoor settings, great food, and movie magic under the stars. This weekend, they’re once again screening fantastic films at iconic venues around the city. On Friday, enjoy The Incredibles at Kirstenbosch Gardens, and on Saturday, catch the hilarious comedy Pitch Perfect 2 at Boschenmeer Estate.

Come early, grab a cozy blanket, enjoy some delicious food, and settle in for a magical night of cinema under the stars.

Cost: From R145pp

When: Fri 7 February (Kirstenbosch) & Sat 8 February (Boschenmeer) | Movies start at 8.15pm
Where: Kirstenbosch, Newlands, Cape Town | Boschenmeer Estate, Lavender Lane, Wemmershoek Road, Paarl

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DHL Stormers vs Vodacom Bulls

Two of South Africa’s rugby union teams go head-to-head for round 1 of the Vodacom United Rugby Championship.

The Cape Town-based DHL Stormers, captained by Steven Kitshoff take on the Pretoria-based Vodacom Bulls, captained by Marcell Coetzee and Ruan Nortjém in what is set to be an exciting day of rugby.

Book tickets fast to catch some of South Africa’s best current rugby players in action.

Cost: From R60pp (general admission) | Up to R2 645pp (VIP)

When: Saturday, 8 February 2025 at 2pm
Where: DHL Stadium, Fritz Sonnenberg Rd, Green Point, Cape Town

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Embrace summer with a picnic at ASARA Wine Estate

Experience the essence of summer in the Cape Winelands with a tranquil picnic at ASARA Wine Estate.

Choose between the expansive lawns or the serene courtyard. The space is surrounded by beautifully manicured gardens, both settings offer the perfect ambiance for a leisurely day of relaxation and indulgence in the heart of the Cape Winelands.

Picnics are available daily from 11am to 4pm and include a bottle of either ASARA Red Cab, ASARA White Cab, or non-alcoholic sparkling wine. There is also a vegetarian option available.

Cost: From R855 per pair

When: Until 28 February 2025 | 11am to 4pm
Where: ASARA Wine Estate & Hotel, Polkadraai Rd, Stellenbosch

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‘iMvelaphi’ Sculpture Exhibition

Check out South African ceramicist Chuma Maweni’s exhibition on show at Southern Guild, and discover a powerful conversation about the circular forms which govern life cycles and South African traditions of design.

Offering a dialogue between history and present, the artist places Xhosa pottery traditions alongside contemporary design practices and aesthetics. It is a meditation of time and clay. The exhibition’s title, ‘iMvelaphi’ translates to ‘where I come from’.

Cost: R550 to R650pp

When: Until 27 Feb | Mon to Fri 9am to 5.30pm | Sat 10am to 2pm
Where: Southern Guild Cape Town, Silo 5, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

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Fazioli Series Concert 2

The Fazioli Series presents baritone William Berger Cape Town Opera CEO and pianist Alex Gabriel in the second of three concerts showcasing the versatility of special limited-edition hand-made Fazioli pianos.

Afterwards guests are invited behind the scenes to the workshop for a complimentary glass of Creative Block wine, kindly sponsored by Spier Wine Farm, where they can explore inside the world of the piano and its music, with the artists and technicians.

Cost: R550 to R650pp

When: Saturday 8 February from 3pm
Where: Ian Burgess-Simpson Pianos, 19 Stibitz St, Westlake, Cape Town

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(Un)Earthed in Stellenbosch

Exploring the ancient relationship between humanity and clay, (Un)Earthed displays the works of various ceramic artists as a way to consider the identities and histories of South Africans of both past and present.

The show features the works of renowned art-makers Wim Botha, Marijka Van Velden, Githan Coopoo, Madoda Fani, Ceramic Matters, Lucinda Mudge, Ben Orkin and Marlene Steyn. Each artists offer different methods to study both people and clay through their respective practices.

Cost: General public fee R20 | Free entrance for school pupils and students

When: Ongoing until April 2025 | Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm
Where: Voorgelegen Museum, 116 Dorp Street, Stellenbosch Artists’ works are also spread throughout locations in Stellenbosch. For the full exhibition map, visit the Stellenbosch Triennale’s website.

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Rumours by the Lake – February 2025 Festival

Get ready for a weekend at Rumours by the Lake, a thrilling three-day, two-night electronic/techno fusion festival happening this February. Set against a stunning lakeside backdrop, the festival blends top-notch music, scenic views, and the ultimate party vibes.

Enjoy performances from headliners Greenwolve, Kotelett, and Jedidiah, along with local acts like Ray Bennett, Sara Love, and Purple Floyd. Swim in the lake by day, party by night, and elevate your experience with glamping options.

Cost:From R700pp | R3 800 (glamping)

When: Friday 7 to Sunday 9 February 2025 | Friday, 12pm to Sunday, 7am
Where: Elgin Grabouw Country Club, 26 Worcester Street, Grabouw

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Irma Stern Museum Art Class

The UCT Irma Stern Museum (ISM) invites art and history enthusiasts to bring their own creativity to the ISM for a relaxed, non-judgemental and experimental collaging art class.

Attendees are encouraged to draw from the creative legacy of one of South Africa’s most achieved artists to collage their narrative and create their own masterpiece. The emphasis of the class is on exploring creativity, rather than learning art-making skills and all materials are provided.

Cost: R150pp

When: 8 February 2025 from 7pm | 10am to 12.30pm
Where: Irma Stern Museum, 21 Cecil Rd, Rosebank, Cape Town

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Sundaze at Durbanville Hills

Sundaze summer events feature live DJ sessions with music spanning Deep House, RnB, and Hip Hop, creating a laid-back atmosphere for friends and family to enjoy.

Held at Durbanville Hills Wine Estate, these events offer a blend of live entertainment, food, and drinks, making them an appealing way to connect and relax.

Guests can enjoy food served from the Olive Grove Bistro, featuring select pizzas and platters, alongside wine tastings and beer on tap. The estate is cashless, and guests are encouraged to bring picnic blankets or find a table to take in the afternoon’s sunset.

Cost: Free entry

When: Saturday 9 February | 1pm, with last rounds at 5pm
Where: Durbanville Wine Estate, Tygerberg Valley Rd, Cape Farms

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Soul II Soul

This weekend, iconic British hitmakers Soul II Soul are performing in Cape Town, ready to thrill fans with their unforgettable sound. Known for their fusion of reggae, R&B, and neo-soul, the group, led by Jazzie B, has been delivering hits like ‘Back To Life’ and ‘Keep On Movin’ since the late ’80s.

Fans in Cape Town can expect an energetic show packed with classic tracks and fresh grooves. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to their music, it’s sure to be a night to remember as Soul II Soul brings the house down with their signature vibe and undeniable stage presence.

Cost: R895pp

When: 8 February 2025 from 7pm
Where: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town

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CPT Opera: Shakespeare In The Park

Cape Town Opera returns to the Maynardville stage for the Maynardville Open Air Festival with an enthralling programme of vocal performances and dramatic storytelling. The evening features opera highlights by Verdi, Mendelssohn, and other composers inspired by Shakespeare’s works.

The performances include the Cape Town Opera House Soloists, Judith Neilson Young Artists, Chorus, and Children’s Chorus, with a special appearance by internationally acclaimed countertenor Clint van der Linde.

Cost: From R220

When: Sunday 9 February 2025 | 6.30pm to 8pm
Where: Maynardville Open-Air Theatre, Maynardville Park, Piers Rd, Wynberg, Cape Town

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Alan Committie’s ‘Comedy Gold’ – Last Weekend!

Don’t miss the final weekend of Alan Committie’s latest stand-up show, Comedy Gold, at Theatre on the Bay. Alan returns with his annual brand-new offering, reflecting on the hilarious quirks and challenges of 2024. Expect a mix of wordplay, physical comedy, and Alan’s signature surreal take on life’s most absurd moments.

Cost: R220 to R280pp

When: Until Saturday 8 February 2025 | Monday to Saturday at 4pm and/or 8pm
Where: Theatre On The Bay, Link Street, Camps Bay, Cape Town

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Spend an evening stargazing at Cederberg Observatory

At the Cederberg Observatory, visitors can immerse themselves in the awe-inspiring world of stargazing every Saturday night. As the sky darkens, the observatory opens its doors to a breathtaking view of the cosmos. Enthusiastic astronomers – both amateur and professional – guide guests through the celestial wonders, pointing out constellations, planets, and distant galaxies. With high-powered telescopes, you can explore the stars up close and uncover the secrets of the night sky.

Cost: R120

When: 8 February | 8pm to 10pm
Where: Cederberg Astronomical Observatory, Citrusdal

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