20+ Things to do in Cape Town Weekend (20 – 22 June 2025)

Beat the winter blues with this jam-packed line-up of events and experiences happening in Cape Town this weekend. From comedy shows and classical music to creative workshops and paintballing, we’ve put together a list of activities that will keep the entire family entertained.

Devin Gray: How to Get Away With Marriage

Devin Gray, a sharp-witted member of the South African comedy scene, is bringing his acclaimed solo show, How to Get Away with Marriage, back to South Africa. Earning a Best Newcomer nomination at the acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe Festival, How to Get Away with Marriage, is a fast-paced hour of stand-up that dives headfirst into the chaos of married life, mental health, and modern love.

Gray is taking the show to the National Arts Festival at the end of the month, but Cape Town audiences have the chance to catch the preview of the show this weekend.

Cost: R60pp (early bird) | R80pp (standard). Tickets can be booked on Quicket.

When: 21 June 2025 | 6.30pm for 7pm
Where: The KAYA Cafe, 35 Loop Street, Cape Town

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Soul of Jazz & Blues Series

The Cape Town Music Academy – CTMA is proud to announce its inaugural Soul of Jazz & Blues series every 3rd Friday of the month starting on Friday 20th June. Supported by Organisation Development Africa – ODA, these gigs promise to showcase Cape Town’s foremost talents in an atmosphere that overs great friends and good food.

This weekend, the featured artists is Zwide Serves Bass. Zwide Serves Bass is a solo project by Kujenga bassist Zwide Ndwandwe, which explores contemporary genres such as neo soul and beat tape. The hip hop inspired influences come together with the sonic tradition of improvised music to create Zwide’s personal sound and identity.

Cost: R200. To Book, email [email protected]

When: 20 June 2025
Where: The Alma Cafe, 20 Alma Rd, Rosebank, Cape Town

Lourensford’s Whispers in the Vine Festival

Enjoy a festival of culture, cuisine, conversation, and creativity. From live music to poetry, gourmet pairings to hands-on workshops, every corner of Lourensford comes alive with stories, sound, and shared moments.

This weekend, the programme includes a Celebration of Books with Riaan Manser & Murray Williams, authentic Lebanese Cooking Class, ecoprinting Workshop: Sounds & Whispers of the Forest, basic Barista Workshop, Live Performance with Kruger & Tutu Duo, and a candlit poetry session.

Visitors can also enjoy winter food specials and explore the Louren’sford Art Route

Cost: Various. Tickets available here

When: 20 June – 6 July 2025
Where: Lourensford Wine Estate, Lourensford Rd, Somerset West, Cape Town

Trash Bash Volunteer Beach Cleanup

Join the Two Oceans Aquarium team this Saturday to pick up litter along the coast of Sunrise beach. The Trash Bash is an initiative dedicated to tackling plastic pollution and raising awareness about the harmful effects it has on marine ecosystems. By rolling up your sleeves and participating, you’re making a real difference for the environment while enjoying a morning at the beach.

Beach cleanups are an important way to draw people together to remove pollution from marine environments.

Cost: Free to join

When: 21 June 2025
Where: Sunrise Beach, Muizenberg

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Meuse Farm Winter Lunch

Gather around the fire for this Indian inspired winter warmer lunch special. Indulge in aromatic curries, farm-centric side dishes, and in-house sambals and chutneys.

Start your lunch with a welcome drink and canapés, followed by an abundant main course of sharing platters, and dessert to finish.

Cost: R650 – R5,200. Tickets available here

When: 21 & 22 June 2025
Where: Meuse Farm, Hout Bay, Cape Town

Killarney Drag Day

Killarney’s Drag Days are all about purpose built drag racers, lightweight bodies fitted with highly modified, insanely powerful engines and huge ultra-soft ‘wrinkly’ tyres. But there are classes for everything, including superbikes and street cars, so you’re guaranteed a full day of straight-line action.

This is the real deal – American-style drag racing, complete with a ‘Christmas Tree’ of yellow lights counting down to an explosive launch. And it’s a FAMILY FESTIVAL with kiddies’ play areas, ice-cold beverages and delicious food (including halaal).

Cost: R10 – R95. Tickets available on Webtickets

When: 21 June 2025
Where: Killarney International Raceway, 6 Potsdam Road, Table View, Cape Town

PechaKucha Nights

Pecha Kucha is a global storytelling platform that celebrates people, passion, and creative thought.

Their storytelling events bring creative minds together to share their passions, adventures, and unique perspectives. The evening is filled with a diverse line up of speakers, each bringing their own unique story to the stage through a rapid-fire succession of presentations covering a wide array of topics. This edition of the event is themed ‘Clickety Click’: a nod to rolling the dice, taking a chance, and embracing the magic of unexpected moments.

Each speaker presents 20 images, each shown for just 20 seconds, forcing them to convey their message in a concise, lively, and impactful manner, making every second count. From captivating tales to innovative projects, each presentation is set to leave guests inspired and energised.

Cost: R175pp. Tickets available on Quicket.

When: 19 June 2025 | 7pm – 9.30pm
Where: Homecoming Centre, 15 M59, District Six, Cape Town

Encounters Documentary Festival

The Encounters South African International Documentary Festival is the country’s formative documentary event, screening both contemporary South African and International features and short documentaries.

The festival brings documentary-lovers a selection of over 50 diverse films available to watch at select cinemas in Johannesburg and Cape Town. The films fall under various categories, including feature documentaries and short documentaries from international and African filmmakers. Each film offers a unique look into a specific and unique pocket of the world.

There are a number of diverse films screening at the festival that are not to be missed, as well as live Q&As, Panel Discussions and Industry Events with acclaimed and emerging filmmakers discussing their latest films.

The full lineup of films on show can be seen on the website.

Cost: Varies depending on screening.

When: 19 – 29 June 2025
Where: Labia Theatre, 68 Orange St, Gardens, Cape Town | V&A Ster-Kinekor, V&A Waterfront, Dock Road, Cape Town

Philharmonia: Mozart and Haydn Masses

Fresh from their sold-out Messiah concerts and a showstopping performance with Andrea Bocelli on his international tour, the Philharmonia Choir of Cape Town returns with a spectacular new offering: two magnificent choral masses that promise to stir the soul.

This unmissable concert features Mozart’s jubilant Coronation Mass (Mass in C) and Haydn’s thrilling and emotionally charged Nelson Mass – a powerful pairing of classical brilliance.

Taking the podium is the acclaimed maestro Daniel Boico, leading the Philharmonia Choir alongside their renowned partners, the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra. Adding further excitement to the evening are four extraordinary soloists: soprano Brittany Smith, alto Jacobi de Villiers, tenor Lukhanyo Moyake, and bass Conroy Scott.

Cost: from R175pp. Tickets available on Quicket.

When: 21 June 2025 | 7.30pm – 10pm
Where: City Hall, 56 Darling Street, Cape Town

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International Day of Yoga with Joëlle Sleebos

The International Day of Yoga has been celebrated for over ten years, even being acknowledged even by the United Nations as a day dedicated to the gift of yoga. All yoga-lovers are welcome to celebrate the occasion at the Rooftop on Bree with international yoga teacher, Joëlle Sleebos.

Each ticket also serves as a donation to the EarthChild Project NGO, which is dedicated to providing environment, health, self-development, and leadership-based complimentary education to under-resourced schools.

Attendees can expect to meet people from the broader Cape Town yoga community, explore (new) yoga brands at the Yoga Market, and enjoy different 60-minute Yoga classes and holistic practices including Vinyasa, Yin, Kids Yoga, Sound Healing and more. The event is a must-attend for all yoga lovers.

Cost: R80 – R1000 in donation. Tickets can be purchased on Quicket.

When: 22 June 2025 | 8am – 4pm
Where: Rooftop on Bree, 14 Hope St, Gardens, Cape Town

Whispers Of Winter Spa Special

Surrender to the quiet magic of the season with a day and night distinct spa ritual at the reimagined One&Only Cape Town Spa.

Begin your day with Solair, which starts your day with a breakfast spread at the ROOI restaurant and a 90-minute spa treatment of your choice (either an ESPA Full Body Massage or a Bastien Gonzalez Mani:Pedi: Duo).

If you prefer to end the day on a relaxing note, opt for Lunar, which includes a restorative spa treatment, thermal serenity, and a 3-course candlelit dinner.

Cost: R2,600pp (Solair) | R2,900pp (Lunar)

When: Daily, Until 31 August 2025
Where: One&Only Cape Town, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town.

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The Ultimate Martini Experience

Craft Martinis in a hands-on masterclass hosted by Campari, complete with pairing and garnishing tips, and up your cooking game with small plates and canapés, paired with your signature cocktails.

Each ticket includes a welcome drink, a cooking experience, and a guaranteed great time.

Cost: R750 pp, Aperol Spritz add-on R160. Tickets available here

When: 20 June 2025
Where: Food Jams, Cape Town, Unit B10, 1st Floor, Salt Orchard Precinct, 45 Yew St, Salt River, Cape Town

Stuart Lightbody – Mysterious Moments

International master magician Stuart Lightbody shares a multitude of magical moments from his award winning career. Enter a waking dream where impossible illusions unfold, thoughts are plucked from spectators’ minds, and the audience is immersed in strange and delightful wonders.

From the double winner of the Overall Best Magic Award (Adelaide Fringe, 2024 and 2025), the Spirit of the Fringe Ovation Award (NAFest 2019), the Theatre Award (FRINGE WORLD Festival, 2018), and the Creative Award (Prague Fringe Festival, 2014).

Cost: R10 – R95. Tickets available on Quicket

When: 19 – 21 June 2025
Where: Kalk Bay Theatre, 71a Main Rd, Kalk Bay, Cape Town

The Buried Beach – A Woodstock Heritage Walking Tour

Join this heritage tour and wander through the story and soul of ‘South Africa’s first suburb’.

Learn about everything that makes this neighbourhood unique – gentrification, community, Trafalgar Park, spice and fruit markets, Upper and Lower, Alto Mar fisheries, Ruth Prowse, Edwardian houses, Rex Trueform, Queenspark, train yards, taxi-ranks, fine art galleries, painted walls, coding offices, union HQs, the Old Biscuit Mill, Delos Antiques, long-lost cinemas, buried beaches, grand old glaziers, Zhauns, the Old Castle Brewery; Jewish, Muslim and Catholic cemeteries, the very tree under which the Cape was signed over from one colonial power to another, and the last beautiful vestige of the spirit of District Six.

The tour is just over hour long and starts at the Flat Mountain Coffee Roasters on Sir Lowry Road then finishing by Salt River Circle.

Cost: R120 online, R150 on the day. Tickets available on Quicket

When: 21 June 2025
Where: Woodstock, Cape Town

Fly High Fridays – 2-for-1 Deal at The Sky-Hi Ride

Ride the exhilarating Sky-Hi Ride for only R250 for 2 people, every Friday until 26 September 20205.

The Sky-Hi Ride is situated on the 28th floor of Hotel Sky Cape Town, towering 146 meters above the Cape Town City bowl giving you a bird’s eye view of the city.

This gravity-defying and a breath-taking dro reached a free fall speed of up to 100km per hour. Strap on one of the go-pro cameras and get a video of yourself braving the ride.

Cost: Friday deal – R250 for 2 people. Tickets available on Webtickets

When: Fridays until 26 September 2025
Where: Hotel Sky Cape Town, 9 Lower Long Street, Cape Town Foreshore

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Schalk Bezuidenhout Live at Simon’s

Join us for a night filled with laughter and great company as Schalk Bezuidenhout graces the stage at Simon’s Restaurant at Groot Constantia.

Indulge in a delicious meal at Simon’s before enjoying Schalk’s hilarious performance in the perfect setting. Don’t miss this opportunity to combine fine dining and stand-up comedy for an unforgettable night

Cost: R350. Tickets available on Quicket

When: 21 & 22 June 2025
Where: Simons Restaurant, Groot Constantia Wine Estate, Groot Constantia Rd, Constantia, Cape Town

Social Sunday at Ground Zero Paintball

Spend Sunday relieving some stress and relaxing with family and friends ground Zero Paintball adventures. Bring your own gear & family for a safe, affordable day out just 15 min from Canal Walk, Cape Town, on their scenic N7 farm.

Perfect for kids 10+ and families to bond and battle, or friends to come and have an action packed Sunday. Come alone or come as a group and have some fun. For only R200 pp, get range access, air, and 200 .50cal or .68cal paintballs for 2-3 hrs of fun on our urban or fast-paced arenas.

Got friends or family without gear? No problem – rental equipment is available. Pro marshals ensure safety, while you enjoy braai facilities and undercover chill zones. Spectators welcome to cheer and relax.

Cost: R200 – R400.

When: 22 June 2025
Where: Ground Zero Paintball, 37 Zonnekus Rd, Morning Star, Cape Town

Museum of Illusions

Check out this brand new activity in Cape Town that offers an immersive museum experience offers a unique blend of fun, learning, and creativity, designed to trick the senses and challenge the mind.

Visitors can expect a variety of interactive exhibits – from optical illusions and holograms to gravity-defying rooms and mind-twisting puzzles. It’s a space where visitors of all ages are encouraged to explore, touch, and snap unforgettable photos, making it ideal for a day out with families, friends, and curious minds.

Cost: R250pp (adult) | R200pp (children aged 4-12 and seniors) | R790 (family bundle – 2x adults & 2x children). Tickets available here

When: Daily, 9am – 7pm
Where: 10 Kloof Street, Gardens, Cape Town

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Bokeh Karaoke Bar & Lounge

Bokeh Karaoke Claremont brings a new rhythm to the Southern Suburbs, opening from lunch and evolving into full-blown singalongs by nightfall.

The menu offers bold, flavour-packed small plates and cocktails that are dangerously easy to fall in love with. Whether you’re arriving for a midweek lunch, an early evening catch-up, or a late-night celebration, the mood builds with one chorus, one cocktail, one unexpected duet at a time. Follow the glow of the disco ball, take the mic, and give in to the kind of energy that turns ordinary evenings into unforgettable ones.

When: Friday and Saturday
Where: 11 Warwick St, Claremont, Cape Town

Cape Town Philharmonic Winter Symphonies: Mozart by Thomas Sanderling

The Cape Town Philharmonic Winter Symphonies concert series consists of three concerts, and the second one in the series is conducted by eminent maestro Thomas Sanderling.

The concert features two of South Africa’s foremost pianists, Megan-Geoffrey Prins and Tinus Botha, in the Concerto for Two Pianos by Mozart. The concert opens with the overture to Der Entfuehrung aus dem Serail by Mozart and concludes with Beethoven Symphony No 7.

Prins has performed extensively as soloist and collaborative artist throughout North America, Europe, Africa, and Hong Kong, while Botha, winner of the UNISA Music Scholarship, performs widely as a soloist and chamber musician locally.

Cost: R175 – R400. Tickets available on Webtickets.

When: 19 June 2025 | 7.30pm
Where: City Hall, Darling St, Cape Town City Centre

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

Unleash your creativity and experience the magic of Turkish mosaic art. The workshop offers a unique, hands-on opportunity to craft your very own stunning mosaic lamp. Perfect for all skill levels, these workshops combine art, culture, and fun in a warm and welcoming environment.

Cost: R750 – R2,250. Tickets available on Webtickets

When: 21 June 2025
Where: 17 Belmont Rd, Rondebosch, Cape Town

Wine Tasting at Minimalist Wines

Minimalist Wines is a new boutique working cellar on the corner of Hope Street in Gardens and home to some of the finest, world-class Syrahs produced in the Cape.

Book a tour of the cellar – with its state-of-the-art concrete Nico Velo tanks – and a guided tasting with new generation winemakers, Sam and Henry, both still in their 20s. Enjoy a charcuterie board from the neighbouring FlourMarket (a Truth Coffee venture) as the pair share their knowledge and infectious passion for their craft, as well as the stories behind Minimalist Wines’ three exceptional cool-climate Syrahs: Stars In The Dark, Connect The Dots and No Place Like Home.

Cost: Tour costs R350 pp

When: Monday – Saturday
Where: Corner Roodehek Street and Hope Street, Gardens, Cape Town

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Youth Classic Basketball Tournament

African Grassroot Hoops (AGH) bounces back into action presenting the 5th edition of the Youth Classic Basketball Tournament.

The event promises to be a slam dunk, with 18 teams from all over Africa, including players from Botswana, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Gauteng, and local Cape Town stars, all battling it out in the Under 19 boys and girls categories.

This tournament is set to be an exciting showcase of youth basketball brilliance building on the success of past events, and a chance to support young sports stars in the making.

Cost: R100 (adults) | R25 (kids). Tickets available on Quicket.

When: 21 – 22 June 2025 | 9am – 6pm
Where: German International School, 28 Bay View, Tamboerskloof, Cape Town

Kultura Festival

Kultura Festival is the first of its kind, bringing a vibrant cultural festival to Cape Town’s northern suburbs. Seven top performances and several purposefully curated events will bring the community together for a celebration of the area’s rich history, diverse heritage and dynamic culture. This vibrant new addition to the cultural calendar promises an unforgettable week of art, music, comedy and community.

The programme features top performances, including theatre icon Sandra Prinsloo in Kamphoer, comedy legends Marc Lottering and Barry Hilton, award-winning performer Marion Holm, rapper Early B, soprano Zanne Stapelberg, and a special Band Battle finale judged by Francois van Coke.

Cost: R150 – R350 per event. Tickets available on Quicket.

When: 20 – 27 June 2025
Where: Curro Durbanville High School, 2 Akademia Ave, Cape Farms, Cape Town

Exhibitions at Norval Foundation

Norval Foundation, situated in the Tokai region of Cape Town, is a haven for both South African and African artwork. The gallery, founded in 2018, aims to nurture understanding and appreciation of African art.

Norval Foundation has 9 gallery spaces available for exhibitions, as well as the atrium space, which hosts large-scale display pieces.

Cost: Day Pass – R200pp for African Nationals, R300pp for Internationals, R100pp for young adults aged 18 to 24 years , Kids under 18 enter free. Tickets available on Webtickets

When: Wednesday – Sunday
Where: Norval Foundation, 4 Steenberg Road, Tokai, Cape Town

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Cape Town’s Most Wanted

Now on its 15th production, Cape Town’s Most Wanted allows audiences to see the best of Cape Town’s Street dancers, choreographers, and dance crews—from across the City and beyond—in one performance.

This is no competition, but a “co-creation” where the whole of Cape Town works together to bring out its best in street dancing. It is a unique opportunity to experience live and raw, on one stage, in one performance: the unique styles with all genres showing their dynamic diversity, stunning creativity, mind-blowing technique and ultimate swag.

Cost: R150. Tickets available on Webtickets.

When: 19 – 21 June 2025 | 7.30pm | Sunday matinee at 3.30pm
Where: Artscape Theatre Centre, D.F. Malan Street, Cape Town

Solstice Experience

Be immersed in a strictly adult club experience with a winter wonderland, offering a star-studded, non-stop lineup of acclaimed local techno DJ’s and creative audiovisuals. The event also features immersive visuals, over-the-top décor, high-art costumes, illusive roaming characters, mesmerizing live performance, scandalously seductive burlesque, and exciting secret spaces.

The dress code is Winter in White, embracing winter-inspired fantasy and a white colour scheme. Guests are encouraged to obscure their identity with a hood or mask. The DJ lineup includes Dirty D, Justsyd, Her, Archy, Stephy Longueira and Robbie Dinnie. Other performers include ballet and burlesque dancers, music integration, LED performers and more.

Cost: From R750. Tickets available on Quicket.

When: 21 June 2025
Where: Botanik Social House, 54 Queen Victoria Street, Gardens, Cape Town

Flying Fitness- Aerial Silks & Aerial Hoop, Student Showcase

Witness a magical celebration of strength, grace, and community as Flying Fitness Aerial Studio proudly presents our Student Showcase.

This family-friendly event features awe-inspiring performances on aerial silks and hoops by students of all ages – from courageous kids to powerful adults – who have been training hard to bring this stunning art form to life. Expect an unforgettable experience filled with creativity, courage, and heart.

Cost: R100 – R150. Tickets available on Quicket

When: 20 & 21 June 2025
Where: Flying Fitness Aerial Studio, The Shed, Santa Rd, Stellenbosch, Cape Town