Events: What’s on in Cape Town

Described as the gateway to Africa’s food and beverage sourcing landscape, the Africa Food Show is a dynamic three-day event held at the CTICC. Visitors can look forward to engaging with over 6,000 industry leaders, witnessing live demonstrations by top chefs and bakers, exploring emerging food trends, and connecting with more than 300 leading global suppliers.

Join us every Tuesday at Time Out Market for a Wine Tasting Experience like no other, hosted by Cultivar and a selection of the 250+ premium wine brands we proudly stock. From 4PM to 7PM, discover exceptional wines, expand your palate, and indulge in a Tuesday treat.

Get ready for a weekend of French flair, fine wine, and festive vibes in the Cape Winelands on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 July 2025. This year’s event takes place at the Franschhoek Hospice parking area, promising two days of all the classics you know and love – live entertainment, delicious food and top-notch wines. Tickets cost R390 per person per day, which includes a souvenir wine glass and 10 tasting tokens.

Spend a winter’s day picking your own produce – from farm to pocket – at the Boschendal Citrus Festival. Taking place on 26 and 27 July 2025 in Franschhoek, Cape Town, the festival promises award-winning wines, farm-fresh produce, live music, delicious food, local crafts and family-friendly entertainment.

Get your bank cards ready and mark your calendars – UK singer-songwriter Calum Scott is returning to Cape Town in 2026 to light up the iconic Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens as part of his 'Avenoir Tour'. He’ll be performing on 14 January 2026, with tickets going on sale at 9am on 28 May 2025.

The Springboks are set to tackle the Barbarians at DHL Stadium on 28 June 2025. The match is expected to be a spectacle of note. International rugby stars from the global game are set to don the BaaBaas jersey. Rassie Erasmus' charges will be eager to hit the ground running in this warm-up for their international season.

When: 2 to 29 June 2025

The Jive Cape Town Funny Festival, now in its 26th outing, is a month-long celebration of comedy and variety. It returns to the Baxter Theater from 2 to 29 June 2025, with a laugh-out-loud collection of local and international comedy talent.

Reyjaff Entertainment strikes back with a banger worth the time out at Time Out Market (no pun intended) in the iconic setting of Cape Town's V&A Waterfront. This is The Return of Elegant Socialising — a curated night where the vibe is high, the energy is effortless and the experience is nothing short of extraordinary. Enjoy sublime sounds from elite DJs with a sonic journey that sets the tone for indulgence and connection. Come mingle and rub shoulders with social butterflies, elite trendsetters and accomplished professionals from diverse walks of life. AURA is more than a party - it’s where culture, elegance, class, charisma and rhythm collide. Dress sharp, come ready and step into the AURA.

A series of refined wine experiences set to dazzle throughout the chilly season, Time Out Market Cape Town’s Winter Wine Series brings together the finest local wineries from the Western Cape. Curated into a special journey, it promises to educate, entertain and captivate wine enthusiasts of all levels.

Join us at Time Out Market for the ultimate anything-goes experience! No scripts, no limits - just pure entertainment.

Kickstart your weekend with the perfect blend of great music and breathtaking views of Table Mountain. Join us every Friday evening for live performances from Soul and R&B DJs that will set the tone for a memorable night. Entry is free, so bring your friends, soak up the vibrant atmosphere, and indulge in amazing food and drinks as you groove into the weekend!

When: 27 June to 6 July 2025

The much-loved Bluey is heading to Cape Town later this year for 23 live performances at the Artscape. From 27 June to 6 July 2025, Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show will be brought to life for kids of all ages (Yes, even you, dad).

Cape Town turns it on the first Thursday of every month. Think open galleries, buzzing streets, clinking glasses, and DJs spinning next to sculpture installations. It’s part art walk, part block party, and all about vibing with the city’s creative pulse – no tickets, no gatekeeping, just show up and soak it all in. Start in the CBD - Bree, Loop, or Church Square – and just follow the crowd (or the saxophone in the distance). The art’s great, and the people-watching is next level.