Summer in the Deep South is getting a soundtrack to remember this December, as Cape Open Air returns to Muizenberg Park on Saturday, 13 December 2025.
It’s the third edition of this famously-chilled and family-friendly ‘mini-Kirstenbosch-by-the-sea’ concert; a project spearheaded by Muizenberg local and chart-topping musician Jeremy Loops. After spending much of this year on the road, he’s back home and has hit the ground running. Also, heads-up… Loops is set to headline Up the Creek in 2026!
At Cape Open Air, you can look forward to a full day of live music, sea breezes and picnic blankets under the trees, all set just above the rollers of Cape Town’s favourite surf beach.
This year’s bill is as proudly local as ever, with a five-act lineup that mixes established festival favourites with fresh Cape talent. Indie-rock crowd-pleasers Desmond and the Tutus are on the bill, alongside LUUKHANYO & The Hii Rollers, rising vocalist Giuliette Price, and soulful performer Manny Walters. All of whom will warm up the stage nicely for Loops’ sunset headline set. Gates open at noon and the music runs through to 8pm, so arrive early and take it easy.
“Cape Open Air’s turned into this little gem of the Deep South. Each year it grows a bit more, but it’s still got that local heart,” says Loops. “There’s nothing like making music in Muizenberg Park, just above the ocean, surrounded by friends and familiar faces. We’ve got a lineup I’m really excited about - a mix of new names and legends - and it’s all about celebrating what makes this town so full of life. It’s one of my favourite days of the year.”
The venue – Muizenberg Park, on Main Road – is a short stroll from the beachfront, which means you can make a whole Saturday of it: grab a surf or swim in the morning, then head up to the park for live music, food and sunset views over the bay. Parking is usually a bit cray-cray in the area anyway, so why not take the train? The park is right outside Muizenberg station.
Tickets are from R250 (excl. R30 booking fee) via Webtickets. Kids are welcome, and children under 6 get in free. Bookings are open now via Webtickets.
Find out who is playing at Up the Creek in 2026!
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