The winter weather is set to take hold this weekend - but that doesn't mean you should stay cooped up in the house. We've got just the right mix of music, live events and family-friendly holiday vibes to keep you toasty in the Mother City all weekend long.
Of course, the weather situation is what it is. Expect a classic Cape Town mix: Friday brings a few passing showers, while Saturday is the sweet spot with plenty of sun and no rain in sight. Sunday cools off again with clouds and a chance of afternoon showers. But all of this could change at a moment's notice because Cape Town. So pack a jacket, chase the sunshine, and make the most of these crisp winter vibes.
PSA for Parents: School holidays are happening from next weekend until 22 July - Do you have anything planned for the kids? Try a few of these indoor fun ideas, or why not take an impromptu road trip up the West Coast?
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CITY
Encounters South African International Documentary Festival
- From 20 June 2025, 6:30pm
- Tickets R90 at The Labia.co.za
Celebrating the power of documentary film to inform, challenge, and inspire, Encounters showcases compelling stories that spark dialogue and deepen understanding. Don’t miss this inspiring festival at the Labia Theatre.
Food, Wine, DJs & More – All Under One Roof
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Saturday 21 June - Saturday Live from 6pm
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Last Saturday of the month - Winter Wine series
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Time Out Market Cape Town - entrance free
The Time Out Market Cape Town is always a riot of fun over weekends, based at the city’s most visited tourist attraction the V&A Waterfront. And with the City of Cape Town’s official Food Guide just launched, celebrating its cuisine scene as one of the world’s best - you can expect it to be even more popular. From street eats to fine dining, the guide dishes up the rich flavours that make Cape Town a foodie’s paradise. It’s no secret most of those flavours are right here at the market. Plus, don’t miss the Winter Wine Series happening on the last Saturday of each month. It’s a celebration of our wine heritage, where you can sip your way through 150+ top Western Cape wines while soaking up all the local culinary goodness.
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(IN)HABIT – a dance celebration of home and identity
Saturday 29 June, shows at 4pm & 6pm
The Homecoming Centre, Cape Town
Tickets R50–R220 via jennadebeerdance.co.za
JDB Dance presents (In)Habit, a moving production inspired by Cape Town’s natural beauty and cultural richness. Through powerful choreography, the show explores connection to land, identity, and community — honouring both place and purpose. Two performances only.
CAPE PENINSULA
Summer of '69 – The Ultimate Bryan Adams Experience
- Saturday 21 June, 6pm–9.30pm
- Café Roux, Noordhoek Farm Village
- Tickets via Café Roux
Relive Bryan Adams’ iconic Wembley concert in this high-energy tribute featuring all the hits – from Run to You to Everything I Do. With rave reviews and consistent sell-outs, this powerful 4-piece band brings all the grit, romance, and rock nostalgia fans love. Early booking is recommended.
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SOUTHERN SUBURBS
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop – Cape Town edition
- Saturday 21 June, 9:30am–12:30pm
- 17 Belmont Road, Rondebosch
Join the Turquoise Harmony Institute for a hands-on workshop where you'll design your own colourful Turkish mosaic lamp. This creative experience blends traditional craftsmanship with connection and culture, offering a unique way to spend a winter morning. Spaces are limited, so early booking is advised.
Trash Bash - Volunteer Beach Cleanup at Sunrise Beach
- Saturday 21 June 2025
- Sunrise Beach, Muizenberg | Free
Join the Two Oceans Aquarium team for a morning of hands-on conservation at this community beach cleanup. Trash Bash is all about tackling ocean plastic, raising awareness, and protecting marine life—one bag of litter at a time. All are welcome, no ticket needed.
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CAPE FLATS
Jogging in the Township – run, learn, connect
- Saturday 21 June 2025, 7:30am
- Departs from Khayelitsha Mall (Home Affairs)
- Tickets from R1050 via abcd-concepts.co.za
Explore Khayelitsha on foot with this guided running tour that blends fitness with local insight. Learn about the area’s history, culture, and daily life while making stops at schools, co-working spaces, and cafés. A meaningful, unconventional way to connect with Cape Town’s largest township.
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Opera Blocks: Forest Friends – musical magic for little ones
- 1–5 July 2025
- Various Cape Town libraries
- Tue, 1 July: Athlone Library 13:00 | Sat, 5 July 2025: Langa Library 10:00
- Free with registration via capetownopera.co.za
Cape Town Opera brings its popular Opera Blocks series to local libraries with Forest Friends – a delightful winter wonderland of music, movement, and interactive storytelling for children aged 0–5. Each 60-minute performance combines classical music with playful props and gentle choreography designed to engage and inspire young imaginations. Free, but booking is essential.
WEST COAST
Sunningdale Neighbourhood Market – indoor winter edition
- Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 June, 9am–3pm
- Sunningdale Sports Complex, Blouberg, Cape Town
A cosy winter market with 100+ stalls offering everything from fashion to hot sauce, plus live music, kids’ entertainment, street food, and a R1000 cash draw on Sunday. Expect great vibes and a full family day out, all under one roof.
Killarney Drag Day – high-octane winter thrills
- Saturday 21 June, 9am–5pm
- Killarney International Raceway, Table View
- Tickets R10–R95 via wpmc.co.za
Beat the chill with burnouts, big engines, and full-throttle action at Killarney’s fifth Drag Day of 2025. Expect American-style drag racing, superbikes, street car showdowns, food stalls, kids’ play zones and a full day of short circuit racing—all on one ticket. Kids under 12 get in free
NORTHERN SUBURBS
Paint the Pour – Bottle Painting at Durbanville Hills
- 21–22 June 2025 | 10:30–12:30 & 14:00–16:00
- Durbanville Hills | R550 pp | Booking essential
Uncork your creativity at this wine-meets-art experience set in the olive grove at Durbanville Hills. Guided by artist Lisa Nell, guests will transform a wine bottle into a personal masterpiece while enjoying gourmet canapés and a welcome drink. A perfect weekend outing for friends, couples, or solo creatives.
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The Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young Experience – live tribute at its finest
- Saturday, 21 June 2025 | 8:30pm–10:00pm
- Die Boer | R250 per person
Relive the golden era of folk-rock with The CSN&Y Experience — a heartfelt tribute performed by some of Cape Town’s finest vocalists and musicians. Expect rich harmonies, acoustic soul, and full-band energy in a show that channels the spirit of the '60s and '70s through timeless classics like Southern Cross and Teach Your Children.
Coming Up…
Fun Park at GrandWest – school holiday thrills indoors
- 27 June – 20 July 2025
- Sun Exhibits, GrandWest
- Open daily: 11am–8pm (Sun–Thurs) | 11am–10pm (Fri & Sat)
Cape Town’s biggest indoor holiday playground returns with rides and attractions for the whole family. Expect crowd favourites like the Tornado, Space Gyro, Bungee Trampolines, and more. Ride tickets start from R25, available at the venue’s ticket booth.
Shakatak live in Cape Town – one night only
- Saturday 28 June 2025, 8pm–10.30pm (doors open 7pm)
- Grand Arena, GrandWest
- Tickets R250–R495 via Ticketmaster
The iconic UK jazz-funk band returns for a single Cape Town performance, featuring classic hits like “Nightbirds” and “Down on the Street.” With their signature blend of musicianship and feel-good energy, expect a nostalgic night of smooth grooves and surprises, supported by Elixir Band featuring Leonie Leroux.
CAPE WINELANDS
Il Mondo – Selim Kagee live in Stellenbosch
- Sunday 29 June, 3pm
- Drostdy Teater | Tickets R280
Join acclaimed crossover artist Selim Kagee for a soul-stirring afternoon of timeless classics and personal storytelling. With rich vocals and emotional depth, he reimagines beloved ballads like Il Mondo and Bridge Over Troubled Water, in a moving tribute to love, legacy, and music across generations.
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Flying Fitness Student Showcase – Aerial Silks & Hoop Performances
- Friday 20 June, 6–8pm & Saturday 21 June, 1–3pm
- Flying Fitness Aerial Studio, Stellenbosch | Tickets from R100 (kids) and R150 (adults) via Quicket
Experience a breathtaking display of strength and grace as students of all ages perform on aerial silks and hoops. This family-friendly event celebrates creativity and courage with two shows only. A tuckshop will be open for snacks and drinks.
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