Where to celebrate Women's Month in and around Cape Town

On August 9, 1956, about 20,000 women marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria. Freedom songs rang out across the square. 

Anti-apartheid activists Helen Joseph and Lilian Ngoyi added their voices to the growing chorus, chanting “Wathint’ abafazi, wathint’ imbokodo” (You strike a woman, you strike a rock). It was their rallying cry against apartheid pass laws restricting freedom of movement.

Today, 9 August (Women’s Day) stands as a reminder of that day. For thousands, it represents how far we’ve come as a nation and how far we have yet to go.

Below, we’ve created a round-up of Women’s Month events in and around Cape Town, from gallery exhibitions to empowerment discussions.

CBD

As She Is 

• Wednesday, 5 August - Saturday, 29 August, 6pm - 8pm
• Venue: 33BREE, 33 Bree Street, CBD
• Cost: Free, no RSVP required, visit website for more info

Fresh off its run at the 61st Venice Biennale, the Bold Beauty Project comes to Cape Town with a local interpretation, co-curated alongside disability activist Marlene le Roux. Part of the HEAT Arts Festival, the exhibition, titled As She Is, is a new body of work featuring 17 women from across the Western Cape, photographed by some of the country’s leading photographers.

Iziko Museums of South Africa Women’s Day 2026: Honouring the Legacy. Empowering the Future

• Saturday, 8 August, 9am - 9pm
• Venue: Iziko South African Museum, Queen Victoria Street, Gardens 
• Cost: R350 – R700, bookings via Webtickets

Izi-Women 2026 is a full-day festival of inspiration, sisterhood, and celebration. Rooted in the historic 1956 Women’s March, the event is a powerful tribute to the icons who paved the way. Iziko Museums of South Africa is taking over three of Cape Town’s most iconic heritage sites for a curated journey of holistic wellness, transformative dialogue, and emotive music. 

ATLANTIC SEABOARD

Women's Day Pilates Sculpt & Coffee

• Monday, 10 August, 8:30am - 10:30pm
• Venue: The President Hotel, 4 Alexander Rd, Bantry Bay
• Cost: From R380, bookings via Quicket

Slow down for a morning of movement, connection, good coffee, and company. A 45-minute Pilates Sculpt class will put you in the mood for meaningful connections with other like-minded women. Make the circle bigger and bring along a friend.

Women’s Health Expo 2026 Cape Town

• Saturday, 15 August, 9am - 6pm
• Venue: Premier Hotel Cape Town, 1 Marais Rd, Sea Point
• Cost: From R150, bookings via Quicket

The Women’s Health Expo is set to be the most luxurious, immersive, and rewarding experience yet. Expect expert health talks by leading doctors and wellness professionals and fitness sessions led by top instructors. There’s also an event activity schedule; don’t forget the HIIT / Silent Fitness session.

Time Out Tip: Every attendee receives an R500 shopping voucher.

SOUTHERN SUBURBS

Puff + Paint High Tea - Women’s Day edition

• Sunday, 9 August, 2pm - 5pm
• Venue: Roasted and Toasted 420 Cafè, Harry Goemans Garden Centre, 151 Main Rd, Bergvliet 
• Cost: From R200, no under-18s, bookings via Quicket

Get your gal pals together for a relaxed High Tea Puff + Paint experience. Enjoy sweet treats, sip tea and create your own artwork in a welcoming, social, non-judgmental setting. Your ticket includes a take-home canvas, all painting supplies, a 420 gift, sweet treats and high tea.

Celebrating Women Who Protect Life

• Monday, 10 August, 10am - 4:30pm
• Venue: The Masque Theatre, 37 Main Rd, Muizenberg 
• Cost: From R150, no under-13s, bookings via Quicket

Omni Wellness Media presents a Women’s Day public education and celebration event at The Masque Theatre. The programme brings together documentary film, South African food-system education, animal protection, live music, women’s recognition, vegan entrepreneurship and conscious community.

CAPE FLATS

Women’s Day & Liya M’s Birthday Celebration

• Sunday, 9 August, 2pm - 10pm
• Venue: Isibaya Lifestyle, 77 Ntlazane Rd, Harare
• Cost: From R50, bookings via Quicket

Experience an afternoon and evening filled with incredible performances, inspiring energy, and nonstop entertainment. Designed for young professionals, creatives, and music lovers, this celebration brings together an exceptional all-female lineup showcasing some of the finest talent in music.

Women’s Day Tea

• Monday, 10 August - noon - 3pm
• Venue: Cravenby Civic Hall, Connaught Rd, Cravenby Estate 
• Cost: From R100, bookings via Quicket

Softlife Seasons wants to treat every woman who’s had a hard and challenging life. This time, they’re eyeing the Cravenby community. The group believes in creating spaces, events, excursions and opportunities for women in general, because everyone should experience the softer side of life.

NORTHERN SUBURBS

Empower Her Resilience - Cape Town

• Monday, 10 August, 6pm
• Venue: Grand Arena, GrandWest, 1 Jakes Gerwel Dr, Acacia Park 
• Cost: R155 - R395, bookings via Webtickets

Empower Her Resilience is a touring musical production celebrating and amplifying the voices of women in South Africa. The production is a tribute to women who embody strength, grace, and unwavering resilience, acknowledging their journeys, challenges, and contributions to society. 

WEST COAST

Women’s Day High Tea

• Sunday, 9 August, 1pm - 5pm
• Venue: Chalila Spa & Wellness, 20 Sandpiper Cres, Table View 
• Cost: From R250, bookings via Quicket

Chalila Spa and Wellness is the setting for an afternoon of connection, generosity and inspiration. Ten percent of proceeds will go to the Home of Hope pad’s drive.

Women’s Day & Charity Event

• Saturday, August 29, 10:30am - 4pm
• Venue: Blaauwberg Beach Hotel, 106 Beach Blvd, Bloubergstrand 
• Cost: From R550, no under 16s, bookings via Quicket

Hosted by Roxanna Cloete, the Women’s Day Charity Event has a strong focus on understanding that loss is not only about trauma and grief. It also speaks to the everyday challenges women face, moments of uncertainty, setbacks, and personal transformation. Guest speakers include Kim-Lee Ricketts and Tania De Vos.

WINELANDS

Women’s Day Wine Walk

• Monday, 10 August, 9:30am - 11:30am
• Venue: Muratie Wine Estate, Knorhoek Rd, Koelenhof, Stellenbosch 
• Cost: From R100, bookings via Quicket

Bring walking shoes, a backpack with a water bottle, a hat, snacks and a jacket. This is a relaxed event with lots of socialising. Ensure you book your tickets by Friday, due to the limited availability.

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