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Events: What’s on in Cape Town

Cape Town's calendar is hotting up with live music, fun events and theatre galore. Here's what's hot and not to be missed in the Mother City!

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As if the mountain, oceans, vibrant city and dynamic culinary scene weren’t enough to keep you busy, Cape Town also brings the goods when it comes to a jam-packed schedule of concerts and events. We're tapping into all the vibes with our updated and expanded Events Guide to Cape Town.

Across the city, you’ll find live music, vibey markets, special shows and fun events that are a total jol (that’s a ‘party’, in local lingo). Here's our hand-picked selection of the hottest events to head for in the Mother City.

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Richard Holmes is a travel writer based in Cape Town. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

What's on in Cape Town

  • Art
Over 250 design, decor, furniture and lifestyle creators and companies will gather at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) for Decorex Cape Town as it shines a spotlight on local talent. The event, taking place between 5 and 8 June 2025, promises an array of groundbreaking designs, cutting-edge techonology, innovation and a sneak peek into highly anticipated product launches.
  • Sport and fitness

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.

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  • Time Out Market

This winter, visitors to Time Out Market Cape Town – located at the V&A Waterfront – will be able to explore the flavours of exciting seasonal dishes offered by its impressive collection of the city’s best chefs and restaurateurs.

Join us in celebrating the opening of the winter season by enjoying the Time Out Market winter menu on Thursday, 22 May 2025.

This is an exciting opportunity to enjoy any 4 winter menu dishes from the Mother City's best local chefs and restauranteurs, either paired with wine or without. There is something for everyone.

Let's all brush off the winter blues and celebrate and enjoy the best of the city under one roof.

  • Things to do

Swag Poetry Jam: Where Street Fashion Meets Spoken Word

Step into a night of rhythm, style and storytelling at the Swag Poetry Jam, an electrifying fusion of street fashion and spoken word, set in the chic ambiance of Time Out Market Cape Town’s Studio Bar.

For our third edition, we will feature two incredible word channellers; Tina Matsimella - a colourful podcaster, former model, poet and activist, and Auriol Hays - an old soul and one of the great voices of our generation.

Join us for yet another dance of whims and wits, wrapped in the effortless swag of urban artistry.

Come for the poetry. Stay for the vibe. #SwagPoetryJam

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  • Time Out Market

What do you get when you combine gourmet cuisine with exquisite wine from Cultivar Wine Bar? An afternoon of indulgence, laughter and unforgettable flavours. Join Cultivar Wine Bar and our talented chefs for a special Food & Wine Pairing experience to celebrate all the mothers this month. Delight in a curated menu that pairs perfectly with Cultivar’s finest wines, designed to awaken your senses and elevate your day. Leave behind the chaos of daily life and treat yourself to an afternoon of relaxation, indulgence and connection.

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  • Time Out Market

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.

  • Time Out Market

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.

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  • Things to do

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!

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  • Things to do

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.

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